Comtrol RocketPort PCI Series Installation and operating manual

Scope
Use this Reference Card to install and to configure
RocketPort (ISA or PCI) series controllers and the
device driver for the Windows 3.1 or Windows for
Workgroups operating systems.
Note: This device driver supports up to four
RocketPort series controllers (space permitting).
Audience
This card is for people who install the software and
hardware for applications that run on the Windows 3.1
or Windows for Workgroups systems.
Prerequisites
This card assumes that you are running an ISA-based
or PCI-based personal computer with a Windows 3.1 or
Windows for Workgroups operating systems.
Installation Procedures
Use appropriate flowchart as guide to installing a
RocketPort series system.
Use the next discussion to configure any ISA controller
or controllers.
Configuring ISA Controllers
Use the following procedure to configure any
RocketPort ISA controllers:
1. Use the following table to set the DIP switch for
the I/O address range that you want the controller
to occupy.
For the first controller, select a 68-byte I/O address
range. For subsequent controllers, select a 64-byte
range.
RocketPort series controllers use I/O address
ranges at 400 hexadecimal (hex) intervals above
the I/O range.
Most peripherals use I/O address ranges between 0
and 3FF hex. If you have peripherals installed
above 400h, you may experience an I/O conflict.
The first controller determines the settings for
additional controllers.
Connect the interface box to the controller
your peripherals to the interface box. For specific cabling
(if applicable) and
information, see the appropriate Hardware Reference Card.
If necessary, remove any existing RocketPort driver.
If necessary, set the DIP switches on any ISA controllers.
Install the device driver.
Controller#1
I/O Address
Range
DIP Switch Settings
Controller #1 determines other
controller settings
100 - 143 hex
140 - 183 hex
180 - 1C3 hex
(Default)
200 - 243 hex
240 - 283 hex
Controller #1 Controller #2
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
Controller #1 Controller #2
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
Controller #1 Controller #2
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
Controller #1 Controller #2
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
Controller #1 Controller #2
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
ON
RocketPort®(ISA/;PCI) Series Device Driver (6536) for the
Windows™3.1 and Windows for Workgroups Operating Systems
Installation Reference Card

2. Go to the next discussion to install the controller.
Installing the Controller
Use the following procedure to install the controller or
controllers. If installing an ISA controller, make sure
that you have set the DIP switch to the desired I/O
address.
1. Turn the power switch for the system unit to the
OFF position.
2. Remove the system unit cover.
3. Select a slot to install the controller.
4. Insert the controller in the expansion slot, make
sure that it is properly seated.
5. Attach the controller to the chassis with the
expansion slot screw.
6. Replace the cover on the system unit.
Note: If you need pinout information, see the Hardware
Card that came with your controller.
If connecting a system with an interface box:
a. Attach the male end of the RocketPort cable to
the controller and the female end to the
connector on the interface box labeled Host.
Note: If you have a RocketPort 32/PCI, the connector
labelled J1 corresponds to ports 0 through 15 on
the interface box and the connector labeled J2
(closest to the bus) corresponds to ports 16
through 31.
b. Connect the peripherals to the interface box.
If connecting a system with an Octacable:
a. Attach the male end of the Octacable to the
controller.
b. Connect the Octacable to the peripherals.
If connecting a RocketPort 4J or 8J controller:
a. Connect your peripheral devices to the RJ
style connector on the controller.
Note: If you need pinout information, see the Hardware
Card that came with your controller.
Installing the Device Driver
Use the following procedure to install the device
driver.
1. Select Run in the Program Manager and enter:
a:\setup.exe
2. Select the driver version.
Note: The Windows 3.1 driver has the following
advantages:
•It supports a custom interface (see the
RCKTAPI.TXT file for documentation) for
using ports above COM9 in a 16-bit Windows
program.
•It is an older driver than the Windows for
Workgroups (WFWG311) driver and has
more run time on it.
Note: TheWFWG3.11driver isthesame astheWindows
95 driver and has the following advantages:
•It works with Microsoft RAS and FAX
software.
•It can coexist with other Windows
communications drivers.
•It can run without using a dedicated
interrupt.
3. Select a value in the I/O address range box for the
first controller.
If you are installing a PCI controller, select the
PCI-BUS option. If installing an ISA controller,
select the I/O value to which you set the DIP
switch.
Note: If running a PCI and an ISA controller in the
same machine, the PCI controller (by default) is
always the "First Controller."
4. Select any additional I/O address ranges for any
other RocketPort controllers.
5. If installing an ISA-only configuration, select an
available IRQ.
If you are installing a configuration with any
RocketPort PCI controllers, an IRQ is not necessary
(even for the ISA controllers). The PCI bus and the
drivers handle the interrupts for all RocketPort
controllers.
1. Select the "Starting COM Port" value for the first
controller.
6. Select <Ok> to the RocketPort Setup prompt.
7. Reboot Windows to activate the driver.
280 - 2C3 hex
300 - 343 hex
340 - 383 hex
380 - 3C3 hex
Controller#1
I/O Address
Range
DIP Switch Settings
Controller #1 determines other
controller settings
Controller #1 Controller #2
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
ON
Controller #1 Controller #2
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
Controller #1 Controller #2
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4
Controller #1 Controller #2
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
ON
12345678
Controller #3 Controller #4

Verifying Installation (Windows 3.1
Version)
You use a program in the ROCKETPT directory to test
the RocketPort installation.
1. Insert the loopback plug into Port 0 of the
interface box or connector (depending on the
controller style).
2. Run the RCKTWCOM.EXE program from the
Program Manager.
3. From the Ports menu, select the <Open Port>
option.
4. Select the first COM port for the first controller
(usually COM3).
5. From the Ports menu, select <Data Send>.
You should see data running across the window
indicating that the controller is functioning
properly.
Note: If you want to check for specific signals, see the
Events option under the menu item. To adjust the
baud rate to read the results in the window, select
the Line option under the Settings menu item.
6. Select the <Close> or <Exit> option to discontinue
the test.
Verifying the Installation (WFWG311
Version)
You use a program in the ROCKETPT directory to test
the RocketPort installation.
1. Insert the loopback plug into Port 0 of the
interface box or connector (depending on the
controller style).
If using an RJ style connector, Quadcable, or
Octacable, you will need a gender adapter to run
this test.
2. Run the WCOM.EXE program from the Program
Manager.
3. From the Ports menu, select the <Open Port>
option.
4. Select the first COM port for the first controller
(usually COM3).
Note: You can only test up to COM9 using this program.
5. From the Ports menu, select <Data Send>.
You should see data running across the window
indicating that the controller is functioning
properly.
Note: If you want to check for specific signals, see the
Events option under the menu item. To adjust the
baud rate to read the results in the window, select
the Line option under the Settings menu item.
6. Select the <Close> or <Exit> option to discontinue
the test.
Resolving Installation Problems
If installation fails or you are trying to resolve a
problem, you should try the following before calling
the Comtrol technical support line:
•Check the signals between your peripherals and
the interface box, Octacable, or standard RJ-style
cable to verify that they match (if applicable).
•Check to make sure the cables are connected
properly.
•Check to see if the DIP switch is set to the desired
address on ISA controllers.
•Reseat the controller in the slot.
•Make sure that the expansion slot screw was
replaced after inserting the controller.
Placing a Support Call
Before you place a technical support call to Comtrol,
please make sure that you have the following
information.
After you have gathered this information, contact
Comtrol using one of the following methods.
Corporate Headquarters:
WEB site: www.comtrol.com
email: [email protected]
FAX: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
BBS (for driver updates): [phone]
Note: The BBS supports modem speeds up to 28.8Kbps with
8 bits, and no parity.
FTP site (for driver updates): ftp://ftp.comtrol.com
Comtrol Europe:
email: [email protected] or [email protected]
BBS: [phone]
Note: TheBBS supportsmodem speedsupto14.4 Kbps
with 8 bits and no parity.
FAX: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Comtrol has a staff of hardware and software
engineers, technicians, and managers available for
help.
First Edition, July 19, 1996
Copyright © 1996. Comtrol Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
Comtrol Corporation makes no representations or
warrantieswith regardto thecontents of this reference
card or to the suitability of the Comtrol controllers for
any particular purpose.
Comtrol is a trademark of Comtrol Corporation.
The Comtrol logo is a registered trademark of Control
Systems, Inc.
RocketPort is a registered trademark of Comtrol
Corporation.
Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Item Your System Information
Interface type
I/O address selections
Operating system
type and release
Device driver release
number (displayed
during sign-on)
PC make, model, and
speed
List other devices in
the PC and their
addresses