Silex technology SD-300 User manual

Serial Device Server
SD-300
User's Manual

Copyright© 2019 silex technology, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Index
1. Introduction...........................................................1
1-1. Introduction ......................................................................................... 2
About the notation ................................................................................. 2
Disclaimers................................................................................................. 2
Trademarks ................................................................................................ 2
1-2. Safety Instructions ............................................................................. 3
1-3. Product Information and Customer Services........................... 6
Product Information............................................................................... 6
Customer Support Center .................................................................... 6
2. About SD-300.........................................................7
2-1. Package Contents .............................................................................. 8
2-2. Features ................................................................................................. 9
2-3. Parts and Functions.........................................................................10
Parts and Functions ..............................................................................10
Serial Port PIN Assignment and Serial Cable ...............................12
2-4. LED Lighting Pattern.......................................................................13
2-5. Hardware Specications................................................................14
2-6. Software Specications..................................................................16
Software Specications.......................................................................16
RFC2217 Command List......................................................................17

3. Software Overview............................................. 19
3-1. What is Serial Device Server Setup? ..........................................20
Select Conguration Method............................................................20
TCP/IP Settings ......................................................................................21
3-2. What is SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server? ...................22
About SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server ............................22
Functional Overview ............................................................................23
SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server Optional Settings .....24
3-3. Download the Utilities....................................................................29
4. How to Congure................................................ 31
4-1. Necessary items for Setup.............................................................32
4-2. Power on .............................................................................................33
4-3. Congure Network Settings.........................................................34
5. How to Use .......................................................... 41
5-1. Link to Serial Device Using the Serial Device Connection
Utility.............................................................................................................42
What is Serial Port Emulation Mode? .............................................42
Install Application..................................................................................43
Start SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server ...............................48
Link to a serial device...........................................................................49
Start a serial communication software..........................................51

Unlink from a serial device.................................................................52
5-2. Ecable Mode.......................................................................................53
What is Ecable Mode? ..........................................................................53
Before You Begin....................................................................................53
Link to Serial Device .............................................................................57
5-3. Raw TCP Connection Mode ..........................................................58
What is Raw TCP Connection Mode?..............................................58
Before You Begin....................................................................................58
Link to Serial Device .............................................................................61
6. Other Functions .................................................. 63
6-1. Congure Using the SD-300 Web Page....................................64
Access the SD-300 Web Page ............................................................64
Log in to the SD-300 Web Page........................................................69
Log out the SD-300 Web Page ..........................................................70
Congure Advanced Network Settings.........................................71
Congure Serial Port Settings...........................................................74
Conguration Item List........................................................................76
6-2. Security Settings...............................................................................83
Change the Password ..........................................................................83
Allow Communication Only from a Particular PC......................84
6-3. Maintenance ......................................................................................86
Reboot SD-300 .......................................................................................86

Reset to Factory Default......................................................................88
Update Firmware ...................................................................................91
6-4. Uninstall Application ......................................................................94
6-5. About the Print Server Feature....................................................96
About the Print Server Feature.........................................................96
Before Using Standard Windows Printing ....................................97
Printing Using the Standard TCP/IP Port on Windows 7 / Serv-
er 2008 R2.................................................................................................98
Printing Using the LPR Port on Windows 7 / Server 2008 R2 ....103
Printing Using the Standard TCP/IP Port on Windows 8.1 / 10
/ Server 2012 / Server 2012 R2 / Server 2016 .........................108
Printing Using the LPR Port on Windows 8.1 / 10 / Server
2012 / Server 2012 R2 / Server 2016...........................................113
7. Troubleshooting ............................................... 119
7-1. Problems During the Setup........................................................120
7-2. Problems While Using SD-300 ...................................................124

1. Introduction
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Thank you for purchasing the Serial Device Server SD-300.
This manual provides information on how to congure and use SD-300.
Please read the 1-2.Safety Instructions carefully before using SD-300.
1. Introduction

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Disclaimers
* The unauthorized transfer or copying of the content of this manual, in whole or in part,
without prior written consent is expressly prohibited by law.
* The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
* This manual was prepared to accurately match the content of each OS, but the actual
information shown on the computer monitor may dier from the content of this manual
due to future OS version upgrades, modications, and other changes.
* Although every eort was made to prepare this manual with the utmost accuracy, Silex
Technology will not be held liable for any damages as a result of errors, setting examples,
or other content.
Trademarks
* Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
* Other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective
owners.
1-1. Introduction
About the notation
* This manual uses the following symbols to indicate specic information for operating SD-
300.
* Be sure to carefully review before using SD-300.
: This symbol indicates important information that needs to be observed when operating SD-300. Make
sure to read this information for safe and proper use.
: This symbol indicates information that is useful when using SD-300. If you experience difficulties
operating SD-300, please refer to this information rst.
Note
TIP

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1-2. Safety Instructions
This page provides the safety instructions for safe use of SD-300.
To ensure safe and proper use, please read the following information carefully before using
SD-300. The safety instructions include important information on safe handling of SD-300
and on general safety issues.
< Indication of the warning >
Warning "Warning" indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in death or serious injury if the safety
instruction is not observed. result in bodily injury if
the safety instruction is not observed.
Caution "Caution" indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in serious injury or material damage if the
safety instruction is not observed.
This symbol indicates the warning and notice.
( Example: "Danger of the electric shock" )
This symbol indicates the prohibited actions.
( Example: "Disassembly is prohibited" )
This symbol indicates the necessary actions.
( Example: "Remove the AC plug from an outlet" )
< Indication of the symbol >

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Warning
* In the following cases, turn o the connected devices and unplug the AC plug of
this product from a power outlet. Failure to follow these instructions may cause
re or an electrical shock.
- When this product emits a strange smell, smoke or sound or becomes too hot
to touch.
- When foreign objects (metal, liquid, etc.) gets into this product.
- When this product is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.
* Do not disassemble or modify this product. It may cause re, electrical shock or
malfunction.
* Do not disassemble or modify the AC adaptor that came with this product. It may
cause re, electrical shock or malfunction.
* Do not cover up the vents on this product. The temperature inside may rise and
cause re or malfunction.
* Do not place any objects on top of this product. It may cause re, electrical shock
or malfunction.
* Do not place any objects on top of this product. It may cause re, electrical shock
or malfunction.
* Do not roll up or wrap the AC cord. It may cause re or an electrical shock.
* Do not plug or unplug the AC adaptor or any other cables with wet hands. It may
cause an electrical shock or malfunction.
* Keep the small parts out of reach of young children. If these are swallowed,
consult a doctor immediately.
* For use of the devices connected to this product, please follow all warnings,
cautions and notices given by that manufacturer and carefully use them in a
proper manner.
* Failure to follow these instructions may cause re, electrical shock or malfunction.
* Use the correct power voltage. Improper voltage may cause re or an electrical
shock.
* If a ground wire is supplied with your device to use with, connect it to the ground
terminal in order to prevent an electrical shock. Do not connect the ground wire
to gas pipe, water pipe, lighting rod or telephone ground wire. It may cause
malfunction.
* Keep the cords and cables away from children. It may cause an electrical shock or
serious injury.

1. Introduction
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Caution
* Use the AC adaptor supplied with this product. Other AC adaptors may cause
malfunction.
* Do not place any objects on the cable or bend, twist, or pull it excessively.
* Do not use or store this product under the following conditions.
* It may cause malfunction.
- Locations subject to vibration or shock
- Shaky, uneven or tilted surfaces
- Locations exposed to direct sunlight
- Humid or dusty places
- Wet places (kitchen, bathroom, etc.)
- Near a heater or stove
- Locations subject to extreme changes in temperature
- Near strong electromagnetic sources (magnet, radio, wireless device, etc.)
* Do not pull on the cord to disconnect the plug from the power supply. The code
may be broken, which could result in re or an electrical shock.
* Follow the law of each country when you discard this product.
* Verify all codes or cables are plugged correctly before using this product.
* When this product will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cables of
* this product and the other devices you are using with it.
* When removing this product, disconnect the AC plugs of both this product and
the other devices you are using with it.

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1-3. Product Information and Customer Services
Product Information
The services below are available from the Silex Technology website. For details, please visit
the Silex Technology website.
* Latest rmware download
* Latest software download
* Latest manual download
* Support information (FAQ)
Customer Support Center
Customer Support is available by e-mail or telephone for any problems that you may
encounter. If you cannot nd the relevant problem in this manual or on our website, or if
the corrective procedure does not resolve the problem, please contact Silex Technology
Customer Support.
* Refer to the Silex Technology website (https://www.silextechnology.com/) for the latest FAQ and product
information.
Contact Information
USA [phone] [e-mail]
Europe [phone] [e-mail]
Note
URL:https://www.silextechnology.com/

2. About SD-300
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2. About SD-300

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2-1. Package Contents
Following items are bundled:
* SD-300
* AC adaptor
* Rubber foot (4pcs)
* Setup Guide
* Warranty Booklet
* GPL License Notice
(Distribution of source code subject to open source software)

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2-2. Features
SD-300 is a serial device server which allows you to connect to serial devices via wired LAN.
SD-300 has the following features:
* Share various serial devices
By using SD-300 and the serial device connection utility, "SX Virtual Link for Serial Device
Server", you can share various serial devices among Windows PCs (for details on the
supported OS, refer to 2-6. Software Specications). Serial devices can be used as if
they were connected directly to your PC.
* Support various applications
In addition to SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server, SD-300 has 2 communication
modes as follows to support a wide variety of network environments and operating
systems.
Ecable Mode
If two SD-300's are used, you can communicate with serial devices or PCs with no
network interface over the network. For details, refer to 5-2. Ecable Mode (Link to the
Registered Device).
Raw TCP Connection Mode
Serial port data can be sent or received transparently over TCP/IP. You can communicate
with a serial device using an application that runs on the TCP Socket API. For details,
refer to 5-3. Raw TCP Connection Mode (Link to Serial Device Using TCP Raw Port).

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2-3. Parts and Functions
The parts name and functions are as follows:
(1) Orange LED
For details, refer to 2-4. LED Lighting Pattern.(2) Yellow LED
(3) Green LED
<<Front>>
Parts and Functions
(4) Push Switch
This push switch is used to reset to the factory defaults.
For details on the factory default configuration, refer to Reset to
Factory Default.
<<Top>>
（4）
SD-300
（1）
（2）
（3）
SD-300

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(5) AC Connector Connect an AC adaptor.
(6) Serial Port Connect a serial cable.
(7) Network Port Connect a network cable.
(8) Yellow LED Indicates the network connection status.
For details, refer to 2-4. LED Lighting Pattern.
(9) Green LED
<<Bottom>>
（5）
（6）
（7）
（8）
SD-300
（9）
<<Back>>
(10) Ethernet Address Ethernet Address of SD-300
SD-300
Made in Japan
E/A : XXXXXXXXXXXX
S/N : YYYYYYYYY （10）
SD-300

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The serial port PIN assignment is as follows:
PIN No. Details Input / Output
1 DCD(Data Carrier Direct) Input
2RxD(Receive Data) Input
3TxD(Transmit Data) Output
4DTR(Data Terminal Ready) Output
5GND(Ground) Input
6 DSR(Data Set Ready) Input
7 RTS(Request To Send) Output
8 CTS(Clear To Send) Input
9 RI(Ring Indicate) / 5V in Input
Use the serial cable that came with your serial device (the one you may have been using to
directly connect the PC and serial device) or that is recommended in the operating manual
of your serial device.
Serial Port PIN Assignment and Serial Cable

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2-4. LED Lighting Pattern
SD-300 has 3 LEDs (Orange, Yellow, Green) to show the operating status.
<<FRONT>>
Yellow / Green LED Product Status
Yellow LED Green LED
OFF OFF Operating in a wired LAN mode
SD-300
OrangeLED
YellowLED
GreenLED
Orange LED Product Status
ON SD-300 is powered on
OFF SD-300 is not powered on
Blink Updating the rmware
<<BOTTOM>>
Yellow / Green LED Product Status
Yellow LED Green LED
OFF OFF A network cable is not connected
OFF ON Connected in 10BASE -T network
ON ON Connected in 100BASE -TX network
GreenLED
YellowLED
SD-300

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2-5. Hardware Specications
CPU 32bit RISC CPU
Memory RAM :64MByte
FlashROM : 8MByte
Wired network interface 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX 1 port (auto-sensing)
Serial Interface RS-232C : 1 port
Power supply Operating voltage : 5V
Push Switch 1 button
LED Front 3 Orange LED
Yellow LED
Green LED
Wired LAN connector 2 Yellow LED
Green LED
Operating environment Temperature : 0°C to +50°C
Humidity : 20% to 80%RH (Non-condensing)
Storage environment Temperature : -20°C to +70°C
Humidity : 20% to 90%RH (Non-condensing)
EMI VCCI Class B / FCC Class B / ICES Class B / CE