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  • Page 1 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
  • Page 2 CoBox Universal Thin Server Installation Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION UTS INTERFACES ..................2-1 ERIAL NTERFACE UTS, Ethernet and Token Ring: ............2-1 .................. 2-1 ETWORK NTERFACE .................. 2-1 ARDWARE DDRESS Network Hardware Address..............2-1 UTS Ethernet ..................2-2 UTS Token Ring ................2-2 .................... 2-2 OWER UPPLY NETWORK PROTOCOLS ..................
  • Page 4 Force Telnet Mode ................4-7 Buffer Flushing ................... 4-7 Inactivity Timeout ................4-8 Pack Control ..................4-8 Send Characters................... 4-8 Telnet Terminal Type ................4-9 Exit Configuration Mode ..............4-9 MONITOR MODE AND FIRMWARE UPGRADE ................. 5-1 ONITOR OMMANDS ..............5-2 IRMWARE OWNLOAD ERIAL...
  • Page 5 ...................... 9-1 EIGHT TOKEN RING SPECIFIC IP ADDRESSES, NETMASK ETC BINARY TO HEX CONVERSION WARRANTY AND DECLARATIONS...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction The CoBox Universal Thin Server (UTS) is designed to connect peripherals with a serial interface to an Ethernet or Token Ring network using the TCP/IP protocol family (TCP for transparent stream- and UDP for datagram applications). Various peripherals can be interfaced, for example: •...

  • Page 7: Uts Interfaces

    UTS Interfaces UTS Interfaces Depending on the model, the UTS supports different peripheral device interface connections with different network topologies: Serial Interface 2.1.1 UTS, Ethernet and Token Ring: 1 x RS-232/RS-422 DB25 female (channel 1), software selectable, including RS-485 2 and 4-wire support, up to 115kBaud. 1 x RS 232 interface DB9 male (channel 2), up to 115k Baud.

  • Page 8: Uts Ethernet

    UTS Interfaces Depending on the model, UTS supports different physical network interfaces. The following list gives model-specific information: 2.3.2 UTS Ethernet 10BaseT (RJ-45 Connector) and AUI (SubD15 Connector) for external transceiver connections. Figure 2-2 2.3.3 UTS Token Ring STP and UTP interfaces (SubD9 and RJ-45) Ring speed (4/16Mbit) switch selectable from outside of UTS.

  • Page 9: Network Protocols

    Network Protocols Network Protocols The UTS family uses TCP/IP protocols for network communication. The supported standards are: ARP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, Telnet, TFTP and SNMP. For transparent connections, TCP/IP (binary stream) or Telnet protocols are used. Firmware updates can be done with the TFTP protocol. The IP protocol defines addressing, routing and data block handling over the network.
  • Page 10 Network Protocols A Telnet application (login to a host with an ASCII terminal) is commonly assigned TCP port number 23. More than one Telnet connection can be established to one host to the Telnet port; however, the other peer IP address/port number combination must be different.

  • Page 11: Configuration

    Configuration Configuration The UTS can be configured by various remote or local methods. Either use an ASCII terminal or terminal emulation to locally access the first serial port or use a Telnet connection to configure the unit over the network. The UTS configuration is stored in nonvolatile memory and is retained without AC power.

  • Page 12: Serial Configuration

    Configuration NOTE: In order for the ARP command to work in Windows, the ARP table on the PC must have at least one IP address defined other than its own. Type “ARP –A” at the DOS command prompt to verify that there is at least one entry in the ARP table.

  • Page 13: Configuration Parameters

    Configuration Configuration Parameters After configuration mode is entered (confirm with <CR>), the parameters can be changed; default values can be confirmed with the enter key. The parameters must be stored, and the UTS performs a reset. Basic Parameters To change the basic parameters, press ‘0’. The following values can be set/changed: 4.6.1 Ethernet Interface...

  • Page 14: Channel Specific Parameters

    Configuration Channel Specific Parameters The baud rate can be set within the defined limits (model dependent, most models 300 to 19200 or 115k Baud). NOTE: 115 kBaud is entered as “150” 4.7.1 Interface Mode The line interface (I/F) mode is a bit-coded byte with the following meaning. It is entered in hexadecimal notation Function RS-232C...

  • Page 15: Flow Control

    Configuration 4.7.2 Flow Control This parameter sets the local handshake method for stopping output. Generally, Flow control is not required if the connection is used to pass a blocked protocol with block sizes <1k (ACK/NAK protocols and the like) No flow control: XON/XOFF flow control in both directions: Hardware handshake with RTS/CTS lines: XON/XOFF, pass characters to host:...

  • Page 16: Connect Mode

    Configuration 4.7.6 Connect Mode This parameter defines how the UTS makes a connection and how it reacts to incoming connections over the network Function Connection acceptance never accept incoming Accept incoming with active DTR only Accept unconditional (if not busy) Response on serial to connect Nothing (quiet) Character response: (C=conn.,...

  • Page 17: Disconnect Mode

    Configuration Example: The configured remote IP address within the UTS is 129.1.2.3 and the TCP port number is 1234 : C121.2.4.5/1<CR> complete override - connection is started with host 121.2.4.5, port 1. C5<CR> This means connect to 129.1.2.5, port 1234. C28.10/12<CR>...

  • Page 18: Send Characters

    Configuration 4.7.11 Inactivity Timeout With these parameters an inactivity time can be set. If the set time expires without an activity on the serial line, the connection is dropped. 4.7.12 Pack Control (Version 2.80 and above) Alternative pack algorithm settings are controlled here.

  • Page 19: Telnet Terminal Type

    Only one name can be entered. If Terminal type option is enabled, UTS also reacts to the EOR (end of record) and binary options, which can be used for applications like terminal emulation to IBM hosts (contact Lantronix for details). 4.7.15 Exit Configuration Mode To leave the configuration program and save all changes, press ‘9’.

  • Page 20: Monitor Mode And Firmware Upgrade

    Monitor mode and Firmware Upgrade Monitor Mode and Firmware Upgrade To enter monitor mode, the same principal as setting the parameters is used (see 4.4 Serial Configuration). Instead of entering three “x ” keys, key in “xx1”. The UTS will respond with a special prompt. A UTS Token Ring needs a working network connection to enter monitor mode.

  • Page 21: Distribute Firmware

    Monitor mode and Firmware Upgrade Firmware Download Using Serial Port Downloading is done in Monitor mode. Once in Monitor mode, the “DL” command is given, the node then waits for the firmware image in Intel HEX format. This must be sent completely through the serial interface. When the end record is received, the UTS checks the integrity of the firmware image and then programs the new firmware in the flash ROM.
  • Page 22 Monitor mode and Firmware Upgrade NOTE: The file to be downloaded must be the .ROM (binary) image and not the hex version! File size should be 32768 or 65536 bytes. Figure 5-2...

  • Page 23: Serial Line Interfaces

    Serial Line Interfaces Serial Line Interfaces Connector Pinout RS-232C, Channe1 1 This connector is available on the UTS External Models. Configuration is DCE (modem-like), 25pin female SubD. Direction Function None to UTS TxD Transmitted data from UTS RxD Received data to UTS RTS Request to send from UTS...

  • Page 24: Connector Pinout Rs-422/485

    Serial Line Interfaces Connector Pinout RS-422/485 This connector is the same as the Channel 1 RS-232 connector for the External UTS Models. Function None Ground DOUT + DOUT - DIN+ DIN - Figure 6-3 NOTE: For RS-485 2-wire functionality, 14 and 21, as well as 15 and 22 must be connected together.

  • Page 25: Rs-422/485 Interface

    Serial Line Interfaces 6.4.3 RS-422/485 Interface The RS-422/485 interface is designed for two- or four-wire applications (selectable by one bit in the IF-Mode, interface mode). Only TxD and RxD signals are available. When two-wire operation mode is selected, the UTS automatically switches the transmitter off after the last data byte and suppresses the echo from the line.

  • Page 26: Application Examples

    Application Examples Application Examples ASCII Terminal to Host for Login To connect a DTE (Data Terminal Equipment), a standard non-crossed cable can be used for port 1. Channel one is configured for speed, interface mode (typically 4C, N,8,1) and flow control (hardware or XON/XOFF). TCP port number is a user-selected arbitrary number (10000 is fine).

  • Page 27: Telnet Server For Device Management

    Application Examples The Connect mode can be configured similarly on both UTSes, although it is advisable to declare one side as “master” to activate the connection. On the master side, the remote IP address and port number MUST be set. Connect mode is typically set to 01 (autoconnect with any character, never accept incoming connections), whereas the slave connect mode is set to C0, indicating it will not build up a connection and accept on the network.

  • Page 28: Software Handshake

    Application Examples DTR (widespread, named ”Busy” most times) 7.4.1 Software Handshake If a device uses a software handshake, it is unnecessary to connect the RTS and CTS wires. It may be advisable to jumper the inputs to “always active”. 7.4.2 Printer Ready Signal If a DTE (printer) has a “ready”- signal (paper installed etc.), it can be used to deny the connection if not ready.

  • Page 29: Led Status Display

    LED Status Display LED Status Display Depending on the model, three different LEDs display the status of the UTS. Most models also have some network diagnostic LEDs (such as Good Link (GL), Receive (RX), Transmit (TX), Collision (CL). They are labeled on the front.

  • Page 30: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical Data Some values are for the standard external models only! CPU, Memory Controllers: V.40 CPU, 10MHz clock Z85C30 SCC Serial Communications Controller National Semiconductor DP839xx Ethernet Controller or TMS340 chipset for Token Ring Version 128kByte RAM, 128 or 256kByte Flash PROM 256 Byte E²PROM for parameter storage Serial Interface 25-pin D-shell female connector (DCE pinout)
  • Page 31 Token Ring specific A- Token Ring Specific A.1 Additional Information for Token Ring Versions The following information describes differences for Token Ring versions. A.1.1 Token Ring Insertion Process Needs Time When the NTS attempts to enter the ring, extensive tests of the ring physical interface are done before opening the loop.
  • Page 32 Token Ring specific A.3 Token Ring Simulator The following schematic defines a simple Token Ring simulator that can be used to test the NTS Network interface without a MAU. Figure A-1...
  • Page 33 IP Addresses, Netmask etc. B- IP Addresses, Netmask etc. B.1 IP Addressing An IP address is a 32-bit value, divided into four octets of eight bits each. The standard representation is four decimal numbers (in the range of 0..255), divided by dots. Example: 192.2.1.123 This is called decimal-dot notation.
  • Page 34 IP Addresses, Netmask etc. The remaining addresses 224.x.x.x - 239.x.x.x are defined as ”class D” and are used as a multicast addresses. The addresses 240.x.x.x. - 254.x.x.x are defined as "class E" and are reserved addresses. B.5 Network Address The host address with all host bits set to "0" is used to address the network as a whole (in routing entries, for example).
  • Page 35 IP Addresses, Netmask etc. B.7.2 Netmask Examples Netmask Host bits 255.255.255.252 255.255.255.248 255.255.255.240 255.255.255.224 255.255.255.192 255.255.255.128 255.255.255.0 255.255.254.0 255.255.252.0 255.255.248.0 255.128.0.0 255.0.0.0 Figure B-2 B.7.3 Private IP Networks and the Internet If your network is not connected to the Internet and there are no plans to make such a connection you may use any IP address you wish.
  • Page 36 IP Addresses, Netmask etc. B.7.4 Network RFC’s For more information regarding IP addressing see the following documents. These can be located on the World Wide Web using one of the directories or indices: RFC 950 Internet Standard Subnetting Procedure RFC 1700 Assigned Numbers RFC 1117 Internet Numbers...
  • Page 37 Binary to HEX Conversion C- Binary to HEX Conversion Hexadecimal digits have values from 0..15, represented as 0...9, A (for 10), B (for 11) ... F (for 15). The following table can serve as a conversion chart bin - dec. - hex: C.1 Bin/DEC/Hex Table Decimal Binary...
  • Page 38 Warranty Statement Lantronix warrants for a period of FIVE YEARS from the date of shipment that each CoBox server supplied shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. During this period, if the customer experiences difficulties with a product and is unable to resolve the problem by phone with Lantronix Technical Support, a Return Material Authorization (RMA) will be issued.
  • Page 39 The information, recommendation, description and safety notations in this or other documents supplied by Lantronix are based on general industry experience and judgment with respect to such hardware and software. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED TO BE ALL INCLUSIVE OR COVERING ALL CONTINGENCIES.
  • Page 40 This product has been verified as being compliant within the class B limits of the FCC Radio Frequency Devices Rules (FCC Part 15, Subpart B), revised as of October 1993. Manufacturer’s Contact: Director of Quality Assurance, Lantronix 15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA General Tel: 949/453-3990 Fax: 949/453-3995...
  • Page 41 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...

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