StarTech.com PCI1S550 User manual

PCI Serial Card
PCI1S550
PCI1S550_LP
PCI2S550
PCI2S550_LP
Instruction Manual
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1 Port High-Speed RS-232 PCI Serial Card
1 Port Low Profile High-Speed RS-232 PCI Serial Card
2 Port High-Speed RS-232 PCI Serial Card
2 Port Low Profile High-Speed RS-232 PCI Serial Card

FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installing the Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Installing the Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Verifying Your Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Accessory Products from StarTech.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a high speed PCI RS-232 serial card from StarTech.com. This
product adds one (PCI1S550, PCI1S550_LP) or two (PCI2S550, PCI2S550_LP) serial
ports to your computer. This product is the perfect way to protect your investment in
serial technology, and works with virtually any peripheral with a serial interface, including
printers, modems, PDAs, and more.
Features
•Adds high speed RS-232 serial ports to your computer
•Complies with the PCI 2.1 specification
•Compatible with most major OS platforms
•Provides transfer rates of up to 920 KBits/sec
•Fully Plug and Play compliant for easy setup and configuration
Before You Begin
System Requirements
•Acomputer running Windows XP/2000/NT/ME/98SE/98/95, DOS/Windows 3.1
•An available PCI slot (models ending in “_LP” require a low profile PCI slot)
•ACD-ROM or other optical drive (for driver software installation)
Contents
This package should contain:
•1x PCI serial card
•1x Installation CD
•1x Intruction Manual
WARNING! PCI cards, like all computer equipment, can be severely damaged by static
electricity. Be sure that you are properly grounded before opening your computer case or
touching your PCI card. StarTech.com recommends that you wear an anti-static strap
when installing any computer component. If an anti-static strap is unavailable, discharge
yourself of any static electricity build-up by touching a large grounded metal surface
(such as the computer case) for several seconds. Also be careful to handle the PCI card
by its edges and not the gold connectors.
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Installation
This section will guide you through the installation of your PCI card and the related
software. Please read through the instructions carefully and complete each step in the
order listed.
Installing the Card
1. Make sure that your system is unplugged and you are grounded.
2. Remove the cover of your system (see your computer’s user manual for details, if
necessary) and gently turn your computer onto its side.
3. Locate an empty PCI slot (usually white in color) and remove the metal plate that
covers the rear bracket. You may need a Phillips screwdriver to perform this step.
Retain this screw! You will need it to secure the card later.
4. Gently insert the card into the empty slot, making sure it is firmly seated.
5. Secure the card in place using the screw you removed in Step 3.
6. Connect the port dongle provided to the port on the back of the card.
7. Put your computer case back on.
Installing the Drivers
If you lose your driver disk, these drivers are available as a free download from our
website. Visit www.startech.com and click on the Downloads link for more information.
Windows 95/98/ME
1. Windows will detect that new hardware is installed and launch the Add New
Hardware Wizard. Click Next and choose the Search for the best driver for your
device (Recommended) option. Click Next.
2. On the next screen select only Specify a location. Choose Browse.
3. In the file selection box, double click the win9x folder under CD-ROM Drive (X:).
Click OK. The folder you choose will depend on which Windows version you are
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using; the drive letter and name of the drive where the CD is located may depend
on your system configuration.
4. The file location box under Specify a location will now contain the path to the files.
Click Next.
5. The Wizard will inform you that “Windows is now ready to install the best driver for
this device...” Click Next. The Wizard will complete the installation. Click
Finish.
Windows 2000/XP
1. Windows will launch the Add New Hardware Wizard. Click Next.
2. Choose the Search for a suitable driver... option and click Next.
3. Check only the CD-ROM drives option. Ensure the installation disk is inserted in
the floppy drive. Click Next..
4. Windows will display a message stating that “Windows has found a driver for this
device”. Click Next. Choose Yes or Continue Anyway if you are warned that the
driver file has not been digitally signed.
5. WIndows will display a message that states “Windows has finished installing software
for this device”. Click Finish.
6. Windows will continue to detect and install any remaining new devices. If the Add
New Hardware Wizard is launched again, repeat steps 1 through 5 from above.
Other Operating Systems
For installation of the serial card’s software under other operating systems (Windows NT
DOS/Windows 3.1, etc.) please consult the documentation contained in the text file(s)
located in the appropriate folder on the installation CD.
Verifying Your Installation
Windows 95/98/ME
1. Go to Start >Settings >Control Panel.
2. Double click System.
3. Click the Hardware tab.
4. If the card does not appear with a red xor yellow exclamation point (!) next to it,
Windows has not detected a problem with the installation and the card should
function normally.
Windows 2000/XP
1. Go to Start >Settings >Control Panel.
2. Double click System.
3. Click the Hardware tab and choose Device Manager.
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4. If the card does not appear with a red xor yellow exclamation point (!) next to it,
Windows has not detected a problem with the installation and the card should
function normally.
Specifications
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Connector(s) DB9 male (1) PCI1S550, PCI1S550_LP
DB9 male (2) PCI2S550, PCI2S550_LP
Serial Interface RS-232
Bus Interface 32-bit PCI, ver 2.1 compliant
OS Compatibility Windows 95/98/ME/2000/NT/XP, DOS/Windows 3.1
Data Transfer Rate Up to 920 Kbits/sec

Accessory Products from StarTech.com
Contact your local StarTech.com dealer or visit www.startech.com for cables or other
accessories that will help you get the best performance out of your new product.
Modem Cable DB9F-DB25M
MC3MF
6 ft. AT Modem Cable (male to female)
MC6MF
6 ft. 9-pin Straight Through Cable (male to female)
MXT100
25 ft. 9-pin Straight Through Cable (male to female)
MXT100_25
Adapter DB9F to DB25F
AT925FF
Adapter DB9F to DB25M
AT925FM
Slimline Adapter DB9F to DB25M
AT925SFM
10 ft. Cross Wired Serial/Null Modem Cable DB9 female to DB25 male
SCNM925FM
10 ft. Cross Wired Serial/Null Modem Cable DB9 (female to female)
SCNM9FF
25 ft. Cross Wired Serial/Null Modem Cable DB9 (female to female)
SCNM9FF25
10 ft. Cross Wired Serial/Null Modem Cable DB9 (female to male)
SCNM9FM
6 ft. Modem Cable DB9 (female to female)
MXT100FF
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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide
industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a lifetime warranty. In addition, StarTech.com warrants its
products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods noted, following
the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or
replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages
arising from misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement
may not apply to you.
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Revised: 19 January 2005 (Rev. B)
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