Moxa Technologies MiiNePort E2-H User manual

MiiNePort E2/E3 User’s Manual
Edition 9.1, November 2017
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MiiNePort E2/E3 User’s Manual
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Overview ...........................................................................................................................................1-2
Package Checklist ...............................................................................................................................1-2
Product Features ................................................................................................................................1-3
Module Dimensions .............................................................................................................................1-5
Panel Layout and Pin Assignments ........................................................................................................1-7
Evaluation Board Layout...............................................................................................................1-7
Pin Assignments..........................................................................................................................1-8
LED Indicators.................................................................................................................................. 1-11
2. Getting Started.................................................................................................................................. 2-1
Wiring Precautions ..............................................................................................................................2-2
Installing the MiiNePort module onto the MiiNePort Evaluation Board.........................................................2-3
Selecting the Serial Interface ............................................................................................................... 2-3
Connecting the Power .........................................................................................................................2-4
Connecting to the Network................................................................................................................... 2-4
Connecting to a Serial Device...............................................................................................................2-4
Digital I/O Channel Settings.................................................................................................................2-5
Schematic Design Guide ......................................................................................................................2-5
3. Choosing the Proper Operation Mode ................................................................................................ 3-1
Overview ...........................................................................................................................................3-2
Real COM Mode ..................................................................................................................................3-2
TCP Server Mode ................................................................................................................................3-2
TCP Client Mode .................................................................................................................................3-3
RFC2217 Mode ................................................................................................................................... 3-4
UDP Mode..........................................................................................................................................3-4
Ethernet Modem Mode.........................................................................................................................3-5
MCSC Mode (MiiNePort E2 Only) ...........................................................................................................3-5
4. Choosing the Configuration Tool ....................................................................................................... 4-1
Utility Console ....................................................................................................................................4-2
Web Console ......................................................................................................................................4-2
Telnet Console ...................................................................................................................................4-3
SCM (Serial Command Mode)...............................................................................................................4-3
5. Initial IP Address Configuration........................................................................................................ 5-1
Static vs. Dynamic IP Address ..............................................................................................................5-2
Factory Default IP Address...................................................................................................................5-2
ARP...................................................................................................................................................5-2
Telnet Console ...................................................................................................................................5-3
6. Utility Console and Driver Installation .............................................................................................. 6-1
Device Search Utility (DSU) .................................................................................................................6-2
Installing the Device Search Utility ................................................................................................6-2
Device Search Utility Configuration ................................................................................................6-4
NPort Windows Driver Manager ............................................................................................................6-5
Installing NPort Windows Driver Manager .......................................................................................6-5
Using NPort Windows Driver Manager ............................................................................................6-7
Command Line Installation/Removal............................................................................................ 6-10
The Linux Real TTY Driver.................................................................................................................. 6-12
Mapping TTY Ports..................................................................................................................... 6-12
Removing Mapped TTY Ports....................................................................................................... 6-13
Removing Linux Driver Files........................................................................................................ 6-13
The UNIX Fixed TTY Driver................................................................................................................. 6-13
Installing the UNIX Driver........................................................................................................... 6-13
Configuring the UNIX Driver ....................................................................................................... 6-14
7. Web Console Configuration ............................................................................................................... 7-1
Opening Your Brower ..........................................................................................................................7-2
Web Console Fundamentals .................................................................................................................7-3
Basic Settings ....................................................................................................................................7-3
Network Settings.........................................................................................................................7-3
Serial Port Settings......................................................................................................................7-5
Operation Modes .........................................................................................................................7-7
Advanced Settings ............................................................................................................................ 7-26
Accessible IP List....................................................................................................................... 7-26
SNMP Agent.............................................................................................................................. 7-26
DIO Settings............................................................................................................................. 7-27
Serial Command Mode (SCM) ..................................................................................................... 7-28
Miscellaneous ........................................................................................................................... 7-29
Maintenance .................................................................................................................................... 7-30

Console Settings ....................................................................................................................... 7-30
Firmware Upgrade..................................................................................................................... 7-30
Configuration Tools.................................................................................................................... 7-31
Change Password ...................................................................................................................... 7-32
8. NetEZ Technologies........................................................................................................................... 8-1
EZPower ............................................................................................................................................8-2
SCM (Serial Command Mode) ...............................................................................................................8-2
AutoCFG (Auto Configuration) ..............................................................................................................8-3
MCSC (Multiple Channel Serial Communication)......................................................................................8-4
Command Packets .......................................................................................................................8-6
SCM (Serial Command Mode) under MCSC .....................................................................................8-8
EZPage.............................................................................................................................................. 8-8
How to Clean up EZPage in MiiNePort........................................................................................... 8-11
A. Introduction to SCM (Serial Command Mode) Command Set............................................................. A-1
Command/Reply Format ......................................................................................................................A-2
Command Code for Getting the Configuration.........................................................................................A-3
Command Code for Setting the Configuration....................................................................................... A-16
Command Code for Retrieving Running Configuration............................................................................ A-28
Command Code for Viewing the Status................................................................................................A-42
Control Command Code..................................................................................................................... A-42
B. Well-Known Port Numbers ................................................................................................................ B-1
C. Auto IP Report Protocol .................................................................................................................... C-1
IP Address Report Structure.................................................................................................................C-1
Example ............................................................................................................................................C-2
D. DIO Commands ................................................................................................................................. D-1
Overview .......................................................................................................................................... D-2
C Code Example ................................................................................................................................ D-2
Read Single DIO ................................................................................................................................ D-2
Command ................................................................................................................................. D-2
Response .................................................................................................................................. D-3
C Code Example......................................................................................................................... D-3
Write Single DIO................................................................................................................................ D-3
Command ................................................................................................................................. D-3
Response .................................................................................................................................. D-4
C Code Example......................................................................................................................... D-4
Read Multiple DIOs ............................................................................................................................ D-4
Command ................................................................................................................................. D-4
Response .................................................................................................................................. D-5
C Code Example......................................................................................................................... D-5
Write Multiple DIOs............................................................................................................................ D-6
Command ................................................................................................................................. D-6
Response .................................................................................................................................. D-6
C Code Example......................................................................................................................... D-7
E. SNMP Agent with MIB II and RS-232 Like Groups............................................................................. E-1
F. NECI Library...................................................................................................................................... F-1

1
1. Introduction
The MiiNePort series of embedded device servers is compact drop-in modules that can be integrated with your
serial devices to enable connectivity to an Ethernet network. All MiiNePort Series modules come equipped with
built-in TCP/IP protocols and other easy-to-use network enabling tools for fast integration, allowing you to
provide network access to any electronic device that has a serial port.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Overview

Package Checklist

Product Features

Module Dimensions

Panel Layout and Pin Assignments
Evaluation Board Layout
Pin Assignments

LED Indicators

MiiNePort E2/E3 Introduction
1-2
Overview
Moxa’s MiiNePort E2/E3 embedded device servers are designed for manufacturers who want to add
sophisticated network connectivity to their serial devices, but with minimal integration effort. The MiiNePort
E2/E3 is empowered by the MiiNe, Moxa’s second generation SoC, which supports 10/100 Mbps Ethernet and
up to 921.6 Kbps serial baudrate. The MiiNePort E2/E3 comes with a versatile selection of ready-to-use
operation modes and requires only a small amount of power. By using Moxa’s innovative NetEZ technology, the
MiiNePort E2/E3 can be used to convert any device that has a standard serial interface to an Ethernet enabled
device in no time. In addition, compared with other products of this type, the MiiNePort E2/E3 has a very
compact size, making it easy to fit the MiiNePort E2/E3 into virtually any existing serial device.
Package Checklist
MiiNePort E2 Module Package (one of the following)
•MiiNePort E2: 0 to 55°C operating temp., 50 bps to 230.4 Kbps baudrate
•MiiNePort E2-H: 0 to 55°C operating temp., 50 bps to 921.6 Kbps baudrate
•MiiNePort E2-T: -40 to 85°C operating temp., 50 bps to 230.4 Kbps baudrate
•MiiNePort E2-H-T: -40 to 85°C operating temp., 50 bps to 921.6 Kbps baudrate
MiiNePort E2 Starter Kit Package
•MiiNePort E2 module (MiiNePort E2 or MiiNePort E2-H only)
•MiiNePort E2 evaluation board
•Universal power adapter
•2 power cords
•Null modem serial cable
•Crossover Ethernet cable
•Document and software CD
•Quick installation guide (printed)
•Warranty card
MiiNePort E3 Module Package (one of the following)
•MiiNePort E3: 0 to 55°C operating temp., 50 bps to 230.4 Kbps baudrate
•MiiNePort E3-H: 0 to 55°C operating temp., 50 bps to 921.6 Kbps baudrate
•MiiNePort E3-T: -40 to 85°C operating temp., 50 bps to 230.4 Kbps baudrate
•MiiNePort E3-H-T: -40 to 85°C operating temp., 50 bps to 921.6 Kbps baudrate
MiiNePort E3 Starter Kit Package
•MiiNePort E3 module (MiiNePort E3 or MiiNePort E3-H only)
•MiiNePort E3 evaluation board
•Universal power adapter
•2 power cords
•Null modem serial cable
•Crossover Ethernet cable
•2 flat cables
•1 screw and spacer pack
•Document and software CD
•Quick installation guide (printed)
•Warranty card
NOTE
Please notify y
our sales representative if any of the above items is missing or damaged..

MiiNePort E2/E3 Introduction
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Product Features
All MiiNePort E2/E3 Series modules have the following general features:
•MiiNePort NetEZ Technology makes integration incredibly easy
•Moxa’s second generation MiiNe SOC optimizes reliability
•A versatile choice of operation modes to meet application needs
•Optional RJ45 package for specific requirements
•Extremely low power consumption for green design
•802.3af compliant PoE pass-through (E3 model)
•Compact embedded device module
Moxa’s NetEZ technology is designed to give serial device manufacturers a range of powerful tools for
integrating Ethernet capability into serial devices.
Each of MiiNePort supports the NetEZ features below.
MiiNePort E2 MiiNePort E3
EZPower 
SCM 

EZPage

AutoCFG 
MCSC  –
EZPower is an automatic power selector for the 3.3 VDC or 5 VDC power system input.
SCM (Serial Command Mode) can be used to easily configure the MiiNePort E2/E3 via a serial
communication interface, even after it’s installed in the serial device.

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EZPage: Do you eed a module that allows direct communication with the attached serial device? Use the
MiiNePort E2/E3’s EZPage with Java Applet to create a visual web page for configuring and communicating with
the attached serial device.
AutoCFG (Auto Configuration) saves time and effort when setting up the MiiNePort E2/E3 one by one during
the device production process.

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MCSC (Multiple Channel Serial Communication) provides dual connections and dual channels so your
device can act as a server and client at the same time.
Module Dimensions
MiiNePort E2
units: mm (in)

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MiiNePort E3
units: mm (in)

MiiNePort E2/E3 Introduction
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Panel Layout and Pin Assignments
Evaluation Board Layout
MiiNePort E2
1 Ethernet RJ45 Connector
2 MiiNePort E2 Module Location
3 Serial Interface Jumper
4
Power Switch
5 Power Jack
6 Power & Ready LED
7
DB9 Male Connector
8 Serial Port Status LED
9 Digital IO Terminal Block
10 Digital Output LED
11 Digital Input/Output Mode
12 Digital Input Switch
13 Circuit Pad
MiiNePort E3
1 PoE Pin
2 MiiNePort E3 Module Location
3 Serial Interface Jumper
4 Power Switch
5 Power Jack
6 Power & Ready LED
7 DB9 Male Connector
8 Serial Port Status LED
9 Digital IO Terminal Block
10
Digital Output LED
11 Digital Input/Output Mode
12 Digital Input Switch
13 Circuit Pad

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Pin Assignments
MiiNePort E2 Module Pin Assignment
Bottom Panel of the MiiNePort E2 Module
JP1
Pin Signal Name Function
1 Ethernet Tx+ Ethernet Transmit Data+
2
Ethernet Tx-
Ethernet Transmit Data-
3 Ethernet Rx+ Ethernet Receive Data+
4 Ethernet Rx- Ethernet Receive Data-
JP2
Pin Signal Name Function
1 100M LED Ethernet 100M LED
2 10M LED Ethernet 10M LED
3 LRXD Receive Serial Data
4 LTXD Transmit Serial Data
5 LDCD Data Carrier Detect
6
RS485_EN
RS-485 Enable
7 LRTS Request To Send
8 LDTR Data Terminal Ready
9 LDSR Data Set Ready
10 LCTS Clear To Send
JP3
Pin Signal Name Function
1 DIO0 Programmable Input/Output
2 DIO2 Programmable Input/Output
3 DIO3 Programmable Input/Output
4 DIO1 Programmable Input/Output
5 Reserved N/A
6 Reserved N/A
7 SW Reset Reset To Factory Default
8 GND Circuit Ground
9 Ready LED System is Ready LED
10 VCC Power Supply

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MiiNePort E3 Module Pin Assignment
Ethernet Pins (JP2)
Pin Signal Name Function
1 Reserve N/A
2
Reserve
N/A
3 Reserve N/A
4 Reserve N/A
5 PoE signal pair 1 PoE power from Tx signal
6 PoE spare pair 1 PoE power from RJ45 4, 5 pin
7 PoE signal pair 2 PoE power from Rx signal
8 PoE spare pair 2 PoE power from RJ45 7, 8 pin
Serial Pins and Power Pins (JP4)
Pin Signal Name Function
1 Serial Rx Receive Serial Data
2
Ready LED
System to Ready LED
3 Serial Tx Transmit Serial Data
4 GPIO Programmable I/O
5 DCD Receive Line Signal Detector
6 GPIO Programmable I/O
7 RS485_EN0 RS-485 Enabled
8 GPIO Programmable I/O
9 RTS Request to Send
10 GPIO Programmable I/O
11 DTR Data Terminal Ready
12 Reserve N/A
13 DSR Data Set Ready
14 Reserve N/A
15 CTS Clear to Send
16 SW_Reset Reset to Factory Default
17 Reserve N/A
18 Reserve N/A
19 GND Circuit Ground
20 VCC Power Supply

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Evaluation Board Ethernet Port Pin Assignment
RJ45 Pin Signal
1 Tx+
2 Tx-
3
Rx+
6 Rx-
Evaluation Board Serial Port Pin Assignment
DB9 Male Pin RS-232 RS-485-2W
1 DCD –
2 RxD –
3 TxD D+
4 DTR D-
5 GND GND
6 DSR –
7 RTS –
8 CTS –
9 – –

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LED Indicators
MiiNePort Evaluation Board
LED Name Color Description
Power Off 1. Power is off
2. A power error condition exists
3. System error
Green, Steady On Indicates that the power is on.
Ready Green, Blinking every 1
sec.
1. The device server has been located by NPort search
utility’s location function.
2. Auto Config complete.
Green, Blinking every
0.5 sec.
Indicates a LAN IP conflict, or the
DHCP or BOOTP server did
not respond properly.
TXD / LED D3 Red Indicates that TXD has a signal.
RXD / LED D4 Red Indicates that RXD has a signal.
DTR / LED D5
Red
Indicates that DTR has a signal.
CTS / LED D6 Red Indicates that CTS has a signal.
DSR / LED D7 Red Indicates that DSR has a signal.
DCD / LED D8 Red Indicates that DCD has a signal.
RTS / LED D9 Red Indicates that RTS has a signal.
DO0 / LED D10 Red Indicates that DO0 is in “low” (0) status.
DO1 / LED D11 Red Indicates that DO1 is in “low” (0) status.
DO2 / LED D12 Red Indicates that DO2 is in “low” (0) status.
DO3 / LED D13 Red Indicates that DO3 is in “low” (0) status.

2
2. Getting Started
This chapter includes information about how to install MiiNePort Series modules for development and testing.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Wiring Precautions

Installing the MiiNePort module onto the MiiNePort Evaluation Board

Selecting the Serial Interface

Connecting the Power

Connecting to the Network

Connecting to a Serial Device

Digital I/O Channel Settings

Schematic Design Guide

MiiNePort E2/E3 Getting Started
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Wiring Precautions
This section describes some important safety precautions that you should pay attention to before proceeding
with any installation.
ATTENTION
Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing or wiring the evaluation board.
ATTENTION
Determine the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes
dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size. If the current goes above the maximum ratings,
the
wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your equipment.
ATTENTION
Take care when handling the evaluation board. When plugged in, the evaluation board’s internal components
generate heat, and consequently the boar
d may feel too hot to the touch.
You should also pay attention to the following:
•Do not run signal or communication wiring and power wiring in the same wire conduit. To avoid interference,
wires with different signal characteristics should be routed separately. Separate paths should be used to
route wiring for power and devices. You can use the type of signal transmitted through a wire to determine
which wires should be kept separate. The rule of thumb is that wires sharing similar electrical
characteristics may be bundled together.
•Keep input wiring and output wiring separate.
•If power wiring and device wiring paths must cross paths, make sure the wires are perpendicular at the
intersection point.
•All wiring should be clearly labeled.

MiiNePort E2/E3 Getting Started
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Installing the MiiNePort module onto the
MiiNePort Evaluation Board
Before using the MiiNePort evaluation board with the
module, be sure to disconnect the power supply, network,
and serial device. A profile of the MiiNePort is shown in the
center of the evaluation board
near the top. The profile
indicates where you should install the module onto the
evaluation board (refer to the figure at the right). When
attaching the module to the evaluation board, make sure
the module is securely installed on the evaluation board.
Af
ter the module is installed, connect the power supply,
network, and serial device to the evaluation board.
MiiNePort E2
Selecting the Serial Interface
The MiiNePort module uses a standard TTL serial signal input. However, to make the evaluation more
convenient, the evaluation board has built-in RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces. Use a 6-pin jumper to select which
serial interface is active.
•RS-232: short the 6-pin jumper to JP13
•RS-485: short the 6-pin jumper to JP14

MiiNePort E2/E3 Getting Started
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Connecting the Power
Connect the 12-48 VDC power line with the evaluation board’s power jack. If the power is properly supplied, the
power LED on the evaluation board (D14) will show a solid green color until the system is ready. When the
system is ready, the ready LED on the module will show a solid green color.
Connecting to the Network
To connect to the network for testing and development purposes, plug the Ethernet cable into the RJ45 jack on
the evaluation board. If the cable is properly connected, the LED will indicate a valid connection to the Ethernet
as follows:
LED Color Meaning
Left Amber 10BASE-T Link Activity
(does not blink when not transmitting; blinks when transmitting)
Right Green 100BASE-TX Link Activity
(does not blink when not transmitting; blinks when transmitting)
When using a private IP address (192.168.xxx.xxx), be sure the netmask and IP address are configured to
allow hosts on the private network to access the module. Note that by default, the module is configured to use
a private IP address.
Connecting to a Serial Device
To connect to a serial device for testing and development purposes, the module should be installed on the
evaluation board. Be sure to select the serial interface you would like to use before you connect the evaluation
board to the serial device. (Refer to the Selecting the Serial Interface section above when you are using
jumper blocks to select the serial interface on the evaluation board.) The module’s serial signals are routed to
and from the RS-232 or RS-485 COM port on the evaluation board. Use a serial data cable to connect the serial
device to the COM port on the evaluation board.

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Digital I/O Channel Settings
Each module has four digital I/O (DIO) channels. (Refer to the Pin Assignment section in Chapter 1 for the
module’s configurable DIO pin descriptions. Refer to the Evaluation Board Layout section in Chapter 1 to
select corresponding settings on the evaluation board.) All four DIO channels can be configured by software. A
DI channel is a channel that operates in digital input mode; a DO channel is a channel that operates in digital
output mode. You can use the evaluation board’s Digital Output LEDs and Digital Input DIP switches as the
digital input and output devices, or you can connect digital input/output devices to the DIO Terminal Block.
ATTENTION
When using a digital input device connected to the DIO Terminal Block, the corresponding Digital Input DIP
switch must be set to
OFF or High. Setting the DIP switch to ON or Low
will interfere with the signal from
your digital input device.
For channels in digital output mode, the Low versus High setting is controlled from the web console. When
using a Digital Output LED as your output device, the LED will be on to indicate that the status is Low and the
LED will be off to indicate that the status is High.
Schematic Design Guide
For guidance and suggestions on integrating your device’s hardware with the MiiNePort, refer to the MiiNePort
Schematic Design Guide in the Document and software CD.