3: Installation of EDS-MD4/8/16 Device Servers
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Installing the EDS-MD
Finding a Suitable Location
You can install the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16 either on a shelf, on a desktop or
mounted on the wall.
If using AC power, do not use outlets controlled by a wall switch.
Connect the EDS-MD to one or more serial devices
All EDS-MD serial ports support RS-232 devices.
1.
Power off the serial devices.
2.
Attach a CAT 5 serial cable between the EDS-MD and your serial device. See
Appendix D:
Lantronix Cables, Adapters and Serial Port Pinouts (on page 93)
, for a list of cables and
adapters you can use.
3.
Connect an Ethernet cable between the EDS-MD Ethernet port and your Ethernet network.
4.
Insert the power cord into the back of the EDS-MD. Plug the other end into an AC wall outlet.
5.
Power up the serial devices.
PHYSICALS
Dimensions
L x W x H = 8.25 x 7.5 x 2.4 in. (21 x 19 x 6 cm)
Weight
16-port = 2.0 lbs (0.9 Kg)
8-port = 1.8 lbs (0.82 Kg)
4-port = 1.75 lbs (0.8 Kg)
Environmental
Temperature Operating 0° to 55°C (32° to 131°F)
Temperature for Transportation and Storage -30° to 80°C
Humidity 0% to 95% non-condensing
Atmospheric Pressure 50 kPa to 105 kPa
Humidity Operating
20% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
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Description
