Lantronix MSS1-T, Reference Manual

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Installation Installation
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2.3 Installation
Figure 2-8 and Figure 2-9 show example hardware layouts.
Figure 2-8: MSS1 Network Layout
Figure 2-9: MSS485 Network Layout
1. Select a location.
The MSS should be positioned close to the device(s) it will be servicing but out
of the way of everyday activity. Since powering down the unit will terminate
any active sessions, it may be desirable to place the server in a location secure
from user access. Also be aware of the unit’s environmental operating limits and
cabling limits. See Appendix D for details.
2. Connect the MSS to a serial device (MSS1) or an RS485 network (MSS485).
The MSS1 is designed to connect to an RS232-based serial device. Connect one
end of a serial cable to the DB25 connector on the front of the MSS. Connect the
other end of the cable to your serial device’s DB25 port.
Initially, you may want to connect a terminal to the serial port. The terminal will
display any error messages and will allow you to view commands as you
configure the MSS.
NOTE: The serial port is initially set for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, one stop bit, and no parity.
10BASE-T Hub
10BASE2
Repeater
MSS1-T
MSS1-T2
Serial Device
Serial Device
Twisted Pair
Thin Coax
File
Sun
MicroVAX
Server
Ethernet
MSS485
Ethernet
Bank of RS-485-compliant Devices
Ethernet
Hub