Hardware Installation
• Turn off your computer and all devices connected to it.
• Remove the computer’s cover. Refer to your computer user’s manual for more details.
• Locate an available PCI slot and remove the metal bracket. Save the bracket screw for later use.
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Align the card horizontally with respect to the PCI slot and insert it into the slot firmly and evenly. Take care
not to force it into the slot. Once you have properly positioned the card into the slot, secure the card with
the bracket screw you have saved.
• Replace the computer’s cover.
• Turn your computer on. You are now ready to install the driver.
Driver Installation
For detailed installation procedures of all operating systems, please refer to the
printed manufacturer’s manual or the installation guide included in the CD, under
D:\Moschip\MCS9865.
a) Installing Driver for Windows Vista 32/64-bit and Server 2008 32/64 bit:
• Once Windows is running, insert the driver CD into the CD-ROM drive, assuming drive D.
• Windows will automatically detect the product. Select “Locate and install driver software (recommended)”
and click “Continue”, then select “I don’t have the disc. Show me other options”.
• Click on “Browse my computer for driver software (advanced)”, and then browse to the following folder on
the driver CD. Assuming that the operating system used is Windows Vista 32-bit, go to the following folder:
D:\Moschip\MCS9865\Vista_Server2008\Windows32Bit\PciSetup.exe
• Click the “Next” to continue.
• Follow the on-screen instruction until the driver is install completely.
• Select “Install this driver software anyway” when Vista prompts the following:
“Windows can’t verify the publisher of this driver software”.
• Finally click “Close” when all the drivers have been installed.
b) Installing Driver for Windows 2000, XP 32/64-bit and Server 2003 32/64bit:
• Start Windows and insert the Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive, assume drive D.
• Windows will automatically detect the product. Select “No, not this time” and click the “Next” button to
continue.
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Select “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)” and click on the “Next” button.
• Do not select “Search removable media” and select only “Include this location in the search”, and then
click the “Browse” button select the location for the drivers, assuming the operating system used is
Windows XP 32bit:
D:\Moschip\MCS9865\Win2K_XP_Server2003\Windows32Bit\ PciSetup.exe
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Click OK button to confirm and click “Next” button to continue.
• If the wizard asks for Windows Logo testing to verify compatibility, click “Continue Anyway”.
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Click “Finish” button to finish installing driver.
• Once driver installation is completed, you can now connect your external devices to the PCI multi- I/O card.
To install the driver for the external devices, please refer to the external device user’s manuals.
Care and cleaning
• Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions as they can cause
damage to the housing and malfunctioning.
•
Clean the product with a dry, fiber-free cloth.
• Do not immerse the product in water.
Disposal
Electronic devices are recyclable waste and must not be disposed of in the household waste. At
the end of its service life, dispose of the product according to the relevant statutory regulations.
You thus fulfil your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.
Technical data
Connections .......................................... 1 x serial
Chipset ................................................. MosChip
Slot type ................................................ PCI
Operating temperature ......................... 0 to +70 °C
Operating instructions
1 Port Serial PCI-Card Low Profile
Item no. 1603383
Intended use
This PCI multi-I/O card uses the latest PCI based Peripheral controller chipset from MosChip, enabling this
card to be installed on any PCI capable PC system. By using this card, end user can add a serial port to their
PC system, allowing them to connect to their serial device.
It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g. in bathrooms, must be
avoided under all circumstances.
For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use the product
for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, improper use can
cause hazards such as short circuiting, fire, etc. Read the instructions carefully and keep them. Make this
product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions.
This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. All company names and
product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Delivery content
• PCI card
•
2 x low profile bracket
• Driver CD
• Operating instructions
Latest operating instructions
Download the latest operating instructions via the link www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code
shown. Follow the instructions on the website.
Features
a) General
• Easy installation, automatically selects IRQ and I/O address
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Fully compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.3
• Supports PCI power management
• Supports PCI IRQ sharing feature, saves valuable resources for other add-on cards
• Supports multiple cards on one PC
• Supports Windows 2000, XP 32-/64-bit, Server 2003, Vista 32-/64-bit, or above, Linux kernel 2.6.14 or above
b) Serial Port (RS-232) Interface
• Compatible with industrial standard 16C550 UART
• On-chip 256-byte depth FIFO in Transmit & Receive paths of each port
• Fast data rate up to 115.2K bits/sec on each port
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Supports hardware and software flow control
• Supports 5-, 6-, 7-, 8-, 9- bit serial format
• Supports Even, Odd, None, Space & Mark parity
• Supports 1 or 2 Stop bit operation
Explanation of symbols
An exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important instructions in this operating manual that
absolutely have to be observed.
The arrow symbol indicates specific tips and advice on operation.
Safety instructions
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information.
If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this
manual, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property.
Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. This may become dangerous playing
material for children.
• Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity,
moisture, flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it
from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
- is visibly damaged,
- is no longer working properly,
- has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
- has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage
the product.
• Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected
to the product.
• Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.
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Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at a
qualified shop.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our
technical support service or other technical personnel.
This is a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1, D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, microfilming, or the
capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in
part, is prohibited. This publication represent the technical status at the time of printing.
Copyright 2017 by Conrad Electronic SE.
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