C320Turbo/PCIEL
Introduction
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Overview
This manual covers configuration and hardware/software installation of the C320Turbo/PCIEL.
Comm
tools,
PComm
for Windows, and utilities are introduced.
The Intellio C320Turbo/PCIEL is suitable for medium to large-scale data communication systems with support
for 8 to 128 serial ports.
Intellio—The Intelligent 8-32 Port Serial I/O Solution
The Intellio C320Turbo/PCIEL is an intelligent dual-CPU communication controller with high-speed multi-serial
capabilities to reduce host CPU load.
Highly Scalable
The Intellio C320Turbo/PCIEL is highly scalable with support for 8 to 32 ports per slot. Up to 128 ports can be
supported with four Intellio C320Turbo/PCIEL installed.
Reduced CPU Load
The Intellio C320Turbo/PCIEL is equipped with two high performance processors (TMS320) on the Control
Board and the CPU/Basic Module with 512KB onboard memory to relieve the host’s CPU workload of all data
and I/O handling tasks and prevents data loss.
ASIC Design, Compact Size
The Intellio C320Turbo/PCIEL is also equipped with the MOXA ASIC chip, which replaces many conventional IC,
reduces board size by half, increases performance, and lowers the failure rate.
Distance Extensible
Normally, a standard 2-meter 25-pin DB25 to DB25 cable links the Control Board to the external module.
However, for the purpose of extending the distance between Control Board and external modules to over 2 m
(up to 100 m) and improving power efficiency of the PC host, external power and the cable with only 10 signal
pins should be used (illustrated in chapter 2 and chapter 5).
Versatile Connection Options
There are two connection options, Desktop and Rackmount, for the external modules to meet various
connection requirements. For the Desktop option, CPU and UART modules are provided. For the Rackmount
option, Basic and Extensive modules are available with rackmount capability. Also, modules are available with
DB25/RJ45, male/female, or RS-232/RS-422 variations.
