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First Edition, Jan 1999 NPort Server User's ManualMoxa Technologies Co., Ltd.Tel: +866-2-8665-6373Fax: +886-2-8665-6372http://www.moxa.come-mail:

NPort Server User’s Manual1-2transmit/receive data function, but also provides all the control signals like DSR, CTS,RTS, DTR, DCD signals.NPort Serve

NPort Server User’s Manual6-2Changing Between Types1. Insert the NPort Server Disk or CD to the drive.2. Go to Start à Run.3. Enter drive name then fo

Printer Server Installation7-177Printer Server ConfigurationNPort Server is equipped with a Parallel Port on the back of the server. This port isto be

NPort Server User’s Manual7-2Connecting Printer to NPort ServerConnect your printer to the back of NPort Server using printer cable.Figure 7-1 Connect

Printer Server Installation7-3Adding the PrinterNow you have the TCP/IP printing services, you have to add the TCP/IP port toyour computer and install

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TroubleshootingA-1AAAppendix A TroubleshootingThis appendix explains how to solve the most common problem that you mightencounter while using NPort s

NPort Server User’s ManualA-22. Error Installation Type- If you installing NPort under 'Single-Host' type, youcannot change server IP addres

TroubleshootingA-3u NPort Manager showing '?' on top of the server. And, the server cannot toenter into server properties.This means the ser

NPort Server User’s ManualA-42. Make sure your NPort Manager type is under the Multi-Host or Custom type.3. Modify the IP address of the server to the

TroubleshootingA-5LEDs DescriptionsThe LEDs on the front panel of the NPort Server enable you to determine NPortoperation at a glance. This section co

Overview1-3Front Panel ViewFigure 1-1. 16-Port NPort Server Front (DE309-16)Figure 1-2. 8-Port NPort Server Front (DE309-8)Rear Panel ViewFigure 1-3.

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About PComm ProB-1BBAppendix B About PComm ProPComm Pro, a professional serial comm developing tool for PC, is a softwarepackage under Windows NT and

NPort Server User’s ManualB-2Benefits² Get rid of complicated Microsoft Win32 API² Easy to develop² Easy to debug² Quick time to market² Portable API,

Cable PinoutsC-1CCAppendix C Cable PinoutsThis appendix lists the cables that you may use with NPort server. And, theinformation you may need to make

NPort Server User’s ManualC-2Asynchronous Port PinoutsTable C-2 lists the pinouts for the asynchronous port on NPort Server.10 Pin Description1 DCD2 D

Cable PinoutsC-3 CN20030 - RJ45 to Female DB25 RS-232 Cable PinoutsRJ-45 Jack DB25 FemaleDCD 1 8 DCDDSR 2 6 DTRRTS 3 4 CTSGND 4/7 7 GNDTxD 5 2 Rx

NPort Server User’s ManualC-4CN20040 - RJ45 to Male DB25 RS-232 Cable PinoutsRJ-45 Jack DB25 MaleDCD 1 8 DCDDSR 2 20 DTRRTS 3 5 CTSGND 4/7 7 GNDTx

Setting Up Windows NT NetworkD-1DDAppendix D Setting Up Windows NT NetworkThis appendix is a simple guide for users who have not used network before.

NPort Server User’s ManualD-2Log on as a member of the Administrators group for the local computer to installand configure TCP/ IP. Follow these steps

About Async ServerE-1EEAppendix E About Async ServerAsync Server, also known as terminal server, remote access server andcommunication server, is a mu

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Problem Report FormNPort Server Customer name: Company: Tel: Fax: Email: Date:1. Moxa Product: o 16 Port NPort Server o 8 Port NPort Server2. Seria

RETURN PROCEDUREFor product repair, exchange or refund, the customer must:v Provide evidence of original purchase v Obtain a Product Return Agreement

Getting Started2-122Getting StartedAfter knowing what the NPort Server's feature and specification, you may startinstalling the hardware and runn

NPort Server User’s Manual2-2Knowing Your ApplicationNPort Server is an advanced solution for multiport serial application to fit into today'snet

Getting Started2-3If you are users of this type of application, NPort Server with Ethernet connectionremains the concept of adding device to your comp

NPort Server User’s Manual2-4Multi-Host TypeFor advanced application, you may share NPort Server to multiple hosts on serverbase or port base at your

Getting Started2-5Custom TypeThere are more functions available by NPort Server other than mentioned above.These functions include –remote control thr

NPort Server User’s Manual2-6Connecting the HardwareSo far you have known about the types of application that NPort Server can offer. Youcan outline y

Getting Started2-7Locating NPort ServerDesktopYou can find a clean, flat and ventilated desktop to put the NPort Server. Be awarethat putting things o

NPort Server User’s ManualThe software described in this manual is furnished under a license agreement and may be used only inaccordance with the term

NPort Server User’s Manual2-8Connecting the NetworkThis section describes how to connect the NPort Server to your network. There aretwo ways to connec

Getting Started2-910BaseT ConnectionYou must supply an Ethernet hub and a RJ-45 to RJ-45 cable for this connection. YourWindows NT system must on the

NPort Server User’s Manual2-101. Connect the power chord to NPort Server.2. Connect the power male end of power chord to the power outlet.3. On the re

Setting Up Single-Host3-133Setting Up Single-HostThis chapter describes the steps for setting up NPort Server for single-host type ofapplication. Sing

NPort Server User’s Manual3-2Figure 3-1 Application with single host and multiple NPort Servers. Note: If you are user for Multi-Host or Custom type,

Setting Up Single-Host3-3Driver and Software Installation1. Insert the NPort Server disk into drive. (If enclosed in the package is a CD,insert it int

NPort Server User’s Manual3-45. Enter the name of directory to install the NPort Server files. You may click Nextto use default directory name.6. NPo

Setting Up Single-Host3-5Adding a NPort Server1. Select the server you want to add from the list.If you forgot to power on your system, turn it on now

NPort Server User’s Manual3-62. Select the name of COM that you like the first port on the server to map to.This will add all ports (8 or 16) on the

Setting Up Single-Host3-74. At complete screen, click OK if everything is correct.5. After Add Server Wizard, installation program evokes NPort Manage

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NPort Server User’s Manual3-86. You may click on Add Server Wizard again to add another server.7. Be sure to select Save Configuration to save settin

Setting Up Single-Host3-9NPort Manager displays the servers you have selected on the left-sided windowand shows the corresponding Port mapping and sta

NPort Server User3-10Saving ConfigurationModifications of the servers or ports need to be saved into either your NT systemor the NPort servers in ord

Setting Up Single-Host3-11Modifying Mapping COM NamesIf you like to choose other COM names different from what you have assigned atAdd Server Wizard,

NPort Server User’s Manual3-12Unmapping PortsIf you do not need to use the port anymore, you may unmap the port to freethe resource from your Windows

Setting Up Single-Host3-13Configuring Server PasswordTo add security to your NPort Server, it is highly recommended that you set apassword as soon as

NPort Server User’s Manual3-14Replacing A ServerSometimes your NPort server might need to be replaced because of spurring surgeor some particular rea

Setting Up Single-Host3-15the growing world of computing. You may check with Moxa's Web site athttp://www.moxa.com or contact with our sales repr

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Setting Up Multi-Host4-144Setting Up Multi-HostThis chapter describes the steps for setting up NPort Server for Multi-Host user.Multi-Host users apply

About This GuideThis section discusses the audience, objectives and organization of the NPort Server User's Manual.Document Objective and UsageTh

NPort Server User’s Manual4-2. Note: If you are user for Single-Host or Custom type, please skip this chapter andjump directly to Chapter 3 or Chapter

Setting Up Multi-Host4-3Driver and Software Installation1. Insert the NPort Server disk into drive. (If enclosed in the package is a CD,insert it into

NPort Server User’s Manual4-45. Enter the name of directory to install the NPort Server files. You may clickNext to use default directory name.6. NPor

Setting Up Multi-Host4-5Adding NPort Server - Add Server Wizard1. Select the server you want to add to your NT system from the list. If you forgot t

NPort Server User’s Manual4-62. Click Next to continue. For first-time installer, you will jump to Next stepdirectly. If the server being set with pas

Setting Up Multi-Host4-74. Select the name of COM that you like the first port on the server to map to.This will add all ports available on the NPort

NPort Server User’s Manual4-86. At complete screen, click OK if everything is correct.7. After Add Server Wizard, the installation program stops at th

Setting Up Multi-Host4-98. You may click on Add Server Wizard again to add another server.9. Be sure to click Save Configuration to save settings to b

NPort Server User’s Manual4-10NPort Manager displays the servers you have selected on the left-sided windowand shows the corresponding Port mapping an

Setting Up Multi-Host4-11Saving ConfigurationAny modification of the servers or ports you have made needs to be saved intoeither your NT system or the

Appendix B, "About PComm", describes the information about programming tools of PComm andinformation sources.Appendix C, "Cable Pinout&

NPort Server User’s Manual4-12Modifying Mapping COM NamesIf you like to choose other COM names different from what you have assignedunder Add Server W

Setting Up Multi-Host4-13Unmapping PortsIf you do not need to use the port any more, you may unmap the port to free theresource from your Windows NT.F

NPort Server User’s Manual4-14Configuring Server General InformationIf you need to modify the server name and server IP address after Add ServerWizard

Setting Up Multi-Host4-15Configuring Server PasswordTo add security to your NPort Server, it is highly recommended that you set apassword as soon as y

NPort Server User’s Manual4-16Granting Access to HostsYou can allow hosts to use the ports on a shared NPort Server by assigning accesspermissions to

Setting Up Multi-Host4-17Configuring Through View by IPView by IP displays access control list on IP address base. It is clear to see what IPaddress h

NPort Server User’s Manual4-186. On the popped up screen, select the port(s) you wish to grant access to thishost. You may hold the mouse left key and

Setting Up Multi-Host4-19Modifying the Host Setting1. Select the IP address of the host you like to modify.2. Select on Modify button.3. Modify any co

NPort Server User’s Manual4-20Configuring Through View by PortBy viewing access control list by Port, it is easy to see the access permissiongranted f

Setting Up Multi-Host4-213. If you like to add the IP address of a single computer, select 'a single computer',then input the IP address of

Table of ContentsChapter 1 Overview...1-1Features...

NPort Server User’s Manual4-22Modifying Granted Host1. Click on the Ports.2. Click on the IP address you like to modify.3. Click on Modify.4. Modify t

Setting Up Multi-Host4-23Upgrading NPort Server FirmwareMoxa continuously upgrades the driver, software or firmware to keep pace withthe growing world

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Setting Up Custom 5-155Setting Up CustomThis chapter describes the steps for setting up NPort Server for Custom type ofapplication. Custom users apply

NPort Server User’s Manual5-2q Upgrading the Server Firmwareq Uninstalling the Software. Note: If you are user for Single-Host or Custom type, please

Setting Up Custom 5-33. Setup program prompts you a welcome message and asks if you want to installthe NPort Server now. Click Next to continue.4. Sel

NPort Server User’s Manual5-46. NPort Manager pops up a dialog asking if you like to add a new NPort servernow.7. Click Next to start Add Server Wizar

Setting Up Custom 5-5Adding NPort Server - Add Server Wizard1. Select the server you want to add to your NT system from the list.. Note: If the server

NPort Server User’s Manual5-62. Click ‘ Next’ to continue. For first-time installer, you will jump to next stepdirectly. If the server being set wit

Setting Up Custom 5-74. Select the name of COM that you like the first port on the server to map to. Thiswill add all ports available on the NPort ser

Chapter 4 Setting Up Multi-Host...4-1Driver and Software Installation...

NPort Server User’s Manual5-86. At complete screen, click OK if everything is correct.7. After Add Server Wizard, the installation program stops at th

Setting Up Custom 5-98. You may click on Add Server Wizard again to add another server.9. Be sure to click Save Configuration to save settings to both

NPort Server User’s Manual5-10NPort Manager displays the servers you have selected on the left-sided window andshows the corresponding Port mapping an

Setting Up Custom 5-11Saving ConfigurationAny modification of the servers or ports you have made needs to be saved intoeither your NT system or the NP

NPort Server User’s Manual5-12Modifying Mapping COM NamesIf you like to choose other COM names different from what you have assignedunder Add Server W

Setting Up Custom 5-13Unmapping PortsIf you do not need to use the port any more, you may unmap the port to free theresource from your Windows NT. Fol

NPort Server User’s Manual5-14Configuring Server General InformationIf you need to modify the server name and server IP address after Add ServerWizard

Setting Up Custom 5-15Configuring Server PasswordTo add security to your NPort Server, it is highly recommended that you set apassword as soon as you

NPort Server User’s Manual5-16Granting Access to HostsYou can allow hosts to use the ports on a shared NPort server by assigning accesspermissions to

Setting Up Custom 5-17Configuring Through View by IPView by IP displays access control list on IP address base. It is clear to see what IPaddress has

Chapter 6 Changing Your Installation Type...6-1Why Should You Change to Other Type ...

NPort Server User’s Manual5-186. On the popped up screen, select the port(s) you wish to grant access to this host.You may hold the mouse left key and

Setting Up Custom 5-19Modifying the Host Setting1. Select the IP address of the host you like to modify.2. Select on Modify button.3. Modify any confi

NPort Server User’s Manual5-20Configuring Through View by PortBy viewing access control list by Port, it is easy to see the access permission grantedf

Setting Up Custom 5-213. If you like to add the IP address of a single computer, select 'a single computer',then input the IP address of the

NPort Server User’s Manual5-22Modifying Granted Host1. Click on the Ports.2. Click on the IP address you like to modify.3. Click on Modify.4. Modify t

Setting Up Custom 5-23 Adding Routes to NPort ServerTo enable the access from an Internet/Intranet host, you need to make sure yourNPort Server can be

NPort Server User’s Manual5-245. Click on Add.6. Enter the Destination, Gateway, Netmask and Metric as needed.7. Click OK to exit Gateway Settings.8.

Setting Up Custom 5-25Modifying Routes1. Run NPort Manager.2. Select the server you want to modify routes.3. Select Server Properties from the Toolbar

NPort Server User’s Manual5-26Examples for Internet/Intranet Routing ConfigurationConfiguring Router for Internet ConnectionSome of the routers have t

Setting Up Custom 5-27.Configuring Routers for one Internet Connection and oneIntranet ConnectionIn complex case that NPort Server connecting to both

Overview1-111OverviewWelcome to Moxa NPort Server, a RS-232 Device server based on TCP/IP networkfor Windows NT. This chapter is an overview of the NP

NPort Server User’s Manual5-28Configuring Routes through Multiple RoutersIf there are two subnets to reach through routers, you should configure NPort

Setting Up Custom 5-29Setting Up WAN PortWhat we have talked about at the previous chapters is mainly the use of COM formultiport serial solution. Asi

NPort Server User’s Manual5-30Figure 5-5 shows you the application example to put the NPort Server at remote sitealone. Under this situation, there is

Setting Up Custom 5-31The following information describes how you setup the port as WAN port andconfigure it.1. Start NPort Manager from Start à Progr

NPort Server User’s Manual5-325. To keep configuring the port, right click to select WAN Port Properties.6. Under the TCP/IP page, enter the IP addres

Setting Up Custom 5-337. Go to the Settings page to check if the parameters are what your connectionneeded. At present, the default suggested settings

NPort Server User’s Manual5-348. Go to the Authentication page if you need to assign password for remoteincoming connection. Outgoing PAP is only need

Setting Up Custom 5-35Upgrading NPort Server FirmwareMoxa continuously upgrades the driver, software or firmware to keep pace with thegrowing world of

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Changing Your Installation Type6-166Changing Your Installation TypeThis chapter describes how to change types among Single-Host, Multi-Host andCustom