Universal PCI Board
Software Installation
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Port number:
This is the port ID of each port. Application software will refer to a port by its port
number (ID). Port numbers must be unique; duplicate port numbers are not allowed.
The port number can range from 0 to 255 as long as it does not overlap with another
port. Generally, you should consider the convenience of programming when specifying
the port number.
TxD buffer size: This is the transmission (output) buffer allocated in the system for each port.
RxD buffer size: This is the receiving (input) buffer allocated in the system for each port.
F5: Group Edit:
This allows you to configure several ports simultaneously as a group.
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Press F10 to save the latest configuration and exit the setup program.
Loading the Driver
After setting up the driver, you must load the driver in order to gain access to the serial ports on the serial board.
Run BIN\DP-DRV.EXE at the DOS prompt. The driver will detect your multiport serial board automatically.
You should see messages indicating successful detection of your module, such as the following:
