Lantronix MSS1-T, Reference Manual

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Introduction
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1 - Introduction
The MSS1-T and MSS1-T2 are multiprotocol serial servers that provide Ethernet connections for
personal computers, terminals, modems, and devices that would not otherwise be connected to a
network. The MSS485 is a multiprotocol serial server that provides Ethernet connections for
devices connected to an RS-485 network. All MSS products will collectively be referred to as MSS
in this manual.
The MSS can be used to start outbound Ethernet connections to hosts on TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, and
LAT networks. It can also provide interactive access to a device connected to its serial port.
However, unlike traditional print servers, the MSS does not provide printing protocols such as
LPR, RTEL, and PCONSOLE, or queueing support.
This manual explains how to install, configure, and use the MSS.
• The remainder of this chapter outlines MSS functionality. For MSS485
users, it explains RS-485 networking.
• Chapter 2, Installation , explains how to install the MSS hardware and
boot the server.
• Chapter 3, Getting Started , details different ways to log into the MSS
and prepare the server for configuration.
• Chapter 4, Configuration , covers basic TCP/IP, NetWare, and LAT pro-
tocol configuration. It also explains serial port configuration, including
modem configuration.
• Chapter 5, Using the MSS , provides an overview of how to use the MSS
interactively and with host applications.
• Chapter 6, Commands , provides brief descriptions of each command in
the MSS command set, including syntax and restrictions.
• Appendices provided information on Technical Support, Troubleshoot-
ing, Pinouts, operating Specifications, and Updating Software.
Be sure to read the section of the configuration chapter that applies to the protocol you are using
(TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, or LAT).
The PostScript and PDF versions of the MSS485 manuals are located in the manuals directory of
the CD. Use the Adobe Acrobat Reader (widely available on the Internet at no charge) to read and
print all or parts of the manual from the file
mssref.pdf .