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Appendix A
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Troubleshooting
The adapter should provide years of trouble-free service. However, in the event that it appears to be
functioning incorrectly, the following tips can eliminate most common problems without the need to call
Technical Support.
Ensure that the Sealevel Systems SeaCOM software has been installed on the machine, so that the
necessary files are in place to complete the installation. To confirm installation, click on the Windows ‘Start’
button and then select ‘All Programs’. You should see the ‘SeaCOM’ program folder listed.
Following these simple steps can eliminate most common problems.
1.
Identify all I/O adapters currently installed in your system. This includes your on-board serial
ports, controller cards, sound cards etc. The I/O addresses used by these adapters, as well as
the IRQ (if any) should be identified.
2.
Configure your Sealevel Systems adapter so that there is no conflict with currently installed
adapters. No two adapters can occupy the same I/O address.
3.
Make sure the Sealevel Systems adapter is using a unique IRQ. While the Sealevel Systems
adapter does allow the sharing of IRQs, many other adapters (i.e., SCSI adapters & on-board
serial ports) do not. The IRQ is typically selected by the BIOS or Operating system. Some BIOS
setup software will allow changing the IRQ, but others do not. Another method of changing
assigned resources is to try changing PCI slots. This will typically cause the BIOS or OS to
reassign the resources.
4.
Make sure the Sealevel Systems adapter is securely installed in a motherboard slot.
5.
Remember that a loopback test is not possible with the ‘NE’ jumper in place.
6.
Always use the Sealevel Systems diagnostic software when troubleshooting a problem. This
will eliminate any software issues from the equation.
If these steps do not solve your problem, please call Sealevel Systems’ Technical Support, (864) 843
-4343.
Our technical support is free and available from 8:00AM-5PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. For
email support contact:
mailto:[email protected]
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