ISA Serial Card 1 Port RS-232 Serial ISA Card 2 Port RS-232 Serial ISA Card ISA1S550 ISA2S550 Instruction Manual Actual product may vary from photo
FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Installation . .
Instruction Manual Introduction Thank you for purchasing a StarTech.com RS-232 ISA serial card. This product allows you to add between one or two serial ports to your computer (varies by model), using an easy jumper-driven configuration. An excellent choice to maximize your investment in existing serial-based technology or integrated custom solutions. Features • Fast data transfer rates: up to 460 Kbits/sec. • Easy installation using a fully Plug and Play configuration • Backed by StarTech.
Instruction Manual Installation This section will guide you through the installation of your ISA card and the related software. Please read through the instructions carefully and complete each step in the order listed. Installing the Card 1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and you are grounded. 2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer's user manual for details, if necessary) and gently turn your computer onto its side. 3.
Instruction Manual Pin Rate 1 115.2 Kbits/sec (default) 2 230.4 Kbits/sec 4 460.8 Kbits/sec Set the transfer rate for each port by setting the jumpers according to the following example: In the example above, Port A has been set to 460.8 Kbits/sec and Port B has been set to 230.4 Kbits/sec. For the single port model, you will only have the pins and jumpers to configure Port A. COM Address There are seven possible COM address settings (labeled 1 through 7).
Instruction Manual COM 1 3F8-3FF Hex COM 2 2F8-2FF Hex COM 3 3E8-3EF Hex COM 4 2E8-2EF Hex COM 5 2F0 Hex COM 6 3E0 Hex COM 7 2E0 Hex IRQ Address There are eight possible IRQ address settings (labeled 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 12, 15) for each port (2 port version). For the single port model, you will have a jumper to configure port A only. 1. Find an available IRQ on your system. Consult the user manual that came with your OS for instructions, if necessary. 2.
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Instruction Manual Technical Support StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads. Warranty Information This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition, StarTech.
About StarTech.com StarTech.com is “The Professionals’ Source for Hard-to-Find Computer Parts”. Since 1985, we have been providing IT professionals with the quality products they need to complete their solutions. We offer an unmatched selection of computer parts, cables, server management solutions and A/V products and serve a worldwide market through our locations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan. Revised: 23 November 2004 (Rev.