Connect Tech DFlex-4/104, User Manual

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Chapter 3: Software Installation 3-1
DFlex-4/104 User's Manual, ver. 0.04
Introduction
The DFlex-4/104 is a standard multi-port serial adapter in a
PC/104 format that utilizes 16C654 quad UARTS. In many cases,
users have software that will interface directly to the DFlex-4/104.
Many operating systems are equipped with device drivers to
control access to multiple 16550 style UARTS. This section
covers configurations for the following operating systems:
DOS 3.XX - 6.XX
Linux
Multiuser DOS 7 GOLD
OS/2
QNX 2.XX
QNX 4.XX
SCO Unix
Windows 3.XX
Windows 95/98
Windows NT
Note:
Your DFlex-4/104 adapter may ship with diskettes that include
README files. Please examine these files for technical tips or
release notes concerning installation and configuration of various
device drivers and software utilities. If you require more
information please contact Connect Tech Customer Service.
Configuration
The following sections detail some recommended configurations
for the DFlex-4/104 running under various operating systems.
These settings will depend on both the number of boards being
installed and the existing configuration of your PC.
The configuration steps that must be considered are:
port addresses
interrupt request lines
DOS 3.XX - 6.XX
Many DOS applications are designed to directly control the
hardware of 16550 style UART. For some applications, the DOS
device driver provided with the DFlex-4/104 will help to integrate
the extra communication ports quickly and easily into the system.
Please refer to the
DOS.TXT file on the DFlex-4/104 distribution
diskette for more information about the DOS driver.