Industrial 1 Port RS232/422/485 to Dual

Ethernet Serial Device Server

NETRS232485

*actual product may vary from photos

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Manual Revision: 05/07/2015
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Table of Contents
Product Diagram.....................................................................................1
Front View..................................................................................................................................................... 1
Side 1.............................................................................................................................................................. 1
Side 2.............................................................................................................................................................. 1

Introduction.............................................................................................2
Packaging Contents.................................................................................................................................. 2
System Requirements............................................................................................................................... 2

DB-9 Connector Pinout..........................................................................3

DIP Switch Configuration.......................................................................3
Installation...............................................................................................4
Hardware Installation............................................................................................................................... 4
Software Installation................................................................................................................................. 4

Operation.................................................................................................5
Using the DS-Tool....................................................................................................................................... 5
Using the Logging Feature..................................................................................................................... 6

Specifications...........................................................................................8
Technical Support...................................................................................9
Warranty Information.............................................................................9

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Product Diagram
Front View
1. LED for PWR1
2. LED for PWR2
3. LED for Ethernet Port 1
4. LED for Ethernet Port 2
5. LED for Serial Port

Side 1
1. Terminal Block PWR1 (12~48V DC)
2. Power Jack PWR2 (12~48V DC)
3. 2x Ports RJ45 10/100

Side 2
1. Reset Button
2. DB-9 Serial Port
3. DIP Switch

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Introduction
Packaging Contents
• 1x Serial over IP Device Server
• 1x DIN-Rail Kit
• 1x Wall-Mount Kit
• 1x Software CD
• 1x Installation Guide

System Requirements
• Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), 2000, Windows® Server
2012, 2008 R2, 2003(32/64).

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DB-9 Connector Pinout

DIP Switch Configuration

DIP 1 DIP 2 Termination Configuration
ON ON Termination for long distance 4-wire RS485/422
ON OFF Reserved
OFF ON Termination for long distance 2-wire RS485
OFF OFF No termination for RS485/ 422 (short distance)

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Installation
Hardware Installation
The server can be installed on a DIN rail or it can be wall-mounted.
Installation on a DIN-Rail:
1. Tilt the unit, making sure that the metal spring located at the back is positioned on
top of the DIN rail.
2. Push the unit towards the rail until a “click” sound is heard.
Installation on a Wall:
1. Remove the DIN-rail kit, if it is installed on the unit.
2. Install the wall-mount panel included using the 3 screws found in the package.
3. Mount the unit on the wall using the appropriate hardware for the surface you are
mounting to.

Software Installation
1. Insert the provided CD into your DVD/CD-ROM drive.
2. Browse to the folder fscommand\Utility\DS-Tool and execute the installer
Startech_V1.0_xxxxxxx.

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

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Operation
Using the DS-Tool

1. Start the DS-Tool, and click Install this driver software anyway.

2. Allow access to the DS-Tool on the Windows Firewall.

3. Once the utility opens, click the Broadcast button to detect the device server. The
default IP address of the device is [Link].
4. Once detected, click the checkbox beside the device you would like to configure,
and then click the Add button to configure your desired IP settings (Static/DHCP).

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To add a virtual COM port, please use the VCOM Wizard and follow the steps.

Using the Logging Feature

To use the device server’s Logging Feature within the DS-Tool, follow the steps below:
1. In the navigation menu on the left side of the window, under Device List, click the
IP address for the applicable connected device.
2. To use the current machine for logging, under System Log Settings, click Using
Current Host’s Log Server.
3. In the navigation menu on the left side of the window, click System Log.

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4. The log data is displayed in the DS-Tool, under Log Message.

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Specifications
Interface Serial
Ports 1
IICMP, IP, TCP, UDP, DHCP, BOOTP, ARP/RARP,
Supported Protocols
DNS, SNMP MIB II, HTTPS, SSH
1x DB-9 male,
2x RJ-45
Connectors
1x DC Power
1x 3pin Terminal Block
LED Indicator(s) 2x Ethernet Link, PWR1,PWR2, Serial
Supported Serial Protocols RS232/422/485
Ethernet Link Speed 10/100 Mbps
Maximum Baud Rate 460.8 Kbps
Terminal Block: 12 ~ 48VDC in 3-pin
Power Input 12 ~ 48VDC, center positive, power jack
plug
Enclosure Material Metal
Operating Temperature -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F)
Storage Temperature -40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F)
Humidity 5% to 95% Non-condensing
Dimensions 124mm x 73mm x 30mm
Weight 327 g
Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64),
Compatible Operating Systems Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), 2000,Windows®
Server 2012, 2008 R2, 2003(32/64)

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Technical Support
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Warranty Information
This product is backed by a five-year warranty.
In addition, [Link] warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
[Link] does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.

Limitation of Liability
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officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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