Digi FastPort MIL-3200X Series Hardware User's Manual

MIL-3200X Series of FastPort™

Print Servers

Hardware User’s Guide

with

FastManage™

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Minnetonka, Minnesota

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Table of Contents

Preface

About this Manual............................................................................................... P-1

FastPort Documentation..................................................................................... P-1

Contents of this Document................................................................................. P-2

Notation Conventions......................................................................................... P-2

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview of the MIL-3200X............................................................................... 1-2

Versions of the MIL-3200X................................................................................. 1-2

Features ................................................................................................................. 1-2

Shared Printer Features ............................................................................... 1-3

Utilities........................................................................................................... 1-3

The Next Step ....................................................................................................... 1-4

Chapter 2: FastPort Installation

Installation Requirements................................................................................... 2-2

Installing FastPort................................................................................................ 2-2

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Chapter 3: MIL-4300M Series Micro Modules

Introduction.......................................................................................................... 3-2

Configuration ....................................................................................................... 3-2

Versions of the Micro Modules.......................................................................... 3-2

Installation ............................................................................................................ 3-3

Chapter 4: FastManage for the MIL-3200X

Overview of FastManage.................................................................................... 4-2

Starting FastManage............................................................................................ 4-2

MIL-3200X FastPort Graphical Icon.................................................................. 4-3

Configuration Pull-down Menu........................................................................ 4-4

Auxiliary Port Sub-Menu ............................................................................ 4-4

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Hot Spots............................................................................................................... 4-5

Appendix A: Specifications

Hardware Features.............................................................................................. A-1

Serial Printer and Terminal Cables ................................................................... A-1

LEDs....................................................................................................................... A-3

MotherBoard LEDs....................................................................................... A-3

Parallel Port Connector................................................................................ A-3

Serial Port

RJ-45 Connector............................................................................................ A-4

Micro Module Specifications ............................................................................. A-5

LEDs ............................................................................................................... A-5

Serial Connector............................................................................................ A-5

Appendix B: Technical Support Services

....................................................................................................... A-4

Pin outs: RJ-45........................................................................................ A-4

World Wide Web Server..................................................................................... B-1

Internet FTP Server.............................................................................................. B-1

Contacting Technical Support ........................................................................... B-2

Expediting Technical Support Service.............................................................. B-2

Returning Procedures ......................................................................................... B-2

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Preface

P.1 About this Manual

This manual has instructions on how to physically install a
MIL-3200X series of FastPort print server. This document also
has specific information on the FastManage™ suite of software
as it applies to the MIL-3200X.

The terms “MIL-3200X,” “FastPort” and “print server” are
used to describe the device throughout the document. This
document assumes that users are familiar with a system
administrator’s tasks.

P.2 FastPort Documentation

There are three separate manuals shipped with FastPort:

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MIL-3XXX FastPort Print Servers Hardware User’s Guide,
with FastManage-Specific Information

following information:

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– Instructions on how to physically set up FastPort
– Installation information on any “add-on” device
– Information on the FastManage suite of software and

how it may affect a specific FastPort

This document is unique to a specific FastPort print server.

FastPort User’s Guide:

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This document has the following

information:
– The latest firmware information
– Software information for MS Windows™, Novell™, etc.
– Configuration and diagnostic information
This document is generic for all FastPorts.

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Preface

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FastManage User’s Guide

: Use this guide to setup the

FastManage software for FastPort.
This document is also generic for all FastPorts.

P.3 Contents of this Document

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Chapter 1:

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Chapter 3:

Provides an overview of MIL-3200X series
Provides instructions for installing FastPort
Provides installation information for the micro

modules

Chapter 4:

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FastManage for the MIL-3200X

Appendix A:

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Appendix B:

Specifications for MIL-3200X series

Technical support. How to contact Digi

P.4 Notation Conventions

This document has certain notation conventions that make it
easier to follow instructions and examples. Notation
conventions used in this manual are shown in Table P-1.

Table P-1: Notation Conventions

Conventions Description

[Enter] Brackets indicate a key to be pressed.

Courier

“+” sign The “+” sign is used to indicate holding down one key while

Italics Italics designate variables and titles of other documents.
“Quick Reference” Quotes refer to important information or titles.
CAPS Capitalized words are either abbreviations, a specific directory,

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bold

Courier boldface font indicates a system message, options, or
instructions to be implemented.

pressing another (e.g., “press [Shift]+[C]”).

or product markings.

Introduction

Chapter 1 gives an overall description of the MIL-3200X
FastPort print server.

This chapter includes:

– “Overview of the MIL-3200X” on page 1-2

– “Versions of the MIL-3200X” on page 1-2

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1.1 Overview of the MIL-3200X

The MIL-3200X series of FastPort print servers are 10 Mbps,
Ethernet and fiber optic print servers. The MIL-3200X allows
users to directly connect multiple printers on Ethernet
networks using their choice of network media, including:

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• 10BASE-T, 10BASE2, and 10BASE5 for Ethernet

• 10BASE-FL for fiber optic media

1.2 Versions of the MIL-3200X

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There are three different, pre-configured versions of the MIL­3200X series of FastPort, including:

• MIL-3210X, for 10BASE-T connectivity using a MIL-4310M
micro module for its network connection

• MIL-3220X, for 10BASE2 connectivity using a MIL-4320M
micro module for its network connection

• MIL-3230X, for 10BASE-FL connectivity using a MIL­4330M micro module for its network connection

Note:

For 10BASE5 connectivity, install a MIL-4340M micro module into any
the MIL-3200X (see to Chap. 3 for more info. on the micro modules)

1.3 Features

The MIL-3200X FastPort offers the following features:

• FastManage SNMP manager for Windows

• On-board diagnostic utilities can also be accessed on-line

• Apple Macintosh users can configure and modify each unit
by downloading configuration files with the supplied
LaserWriter™ utility

• Configuration can also be done manually or with the
supplied installation program

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1.3.1 Shared Printer Features

FastPort give users the widest access to shared printers:

• Windows 95®, Windows NT, and Windows for
Workgroups systems

• PCs networked with Novell® NetWare

• UNIX® support

• Apple® Macintosh® using EtherTalk®

• OS/2® machines with TCP/IP

• PCs running a TCP/IP protocol stack over Ethernet
networks

• Microsoft LAN Manager® and IBM LAN Server® systems

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The MIL-3200X print servers are configured by using an
SNMP management station, such as the FastManage software
(included). The MIL-3200X also supports SNMP MIB-II (RFCs

1213) and parallel and serial MIBs (RFCs 1318 and 1317).

1.3.2 Utilities

To make the units easier to manage, Digi supplies:

• FastManage suite of software, a Windows-based
management package

• Advanced Configuration Tool (ACT), a DOS-based menu
software application

Configuration of devices can be done by using print utilities
on UNIX systems. Firmware upgrades of the flash EPROMs
can be done via network connections. Refer to the

User’s Guide

FastPort

for more information.

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1.4 The Next Step

Use this guide to physically setup FastPort. Then consult the

FastPort User’s Guide

installation information. Then refer to the

Guide

to configure FastManage for FastPort.

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Chapter 4 in this document has FastManage information, but only as it
pertains to a specific FastPort. Chapter 4, though, does not have any
specific instructions on the FastManage suite of software.

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FastManage User’s

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FastPort Installation

Chapter 2 gives installation information for the FastPort print
server.

This chapter includes:

– “Installation Requirements” on page 2-2

– “Installing FastPort” on page 2-2

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2.1 Installation Requirements

Before installing FastPort, make sure you have the following:

• MIL-3200X series FastPort

• Power supply

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Use a switchable power supply, such as the MIL-16DT
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VAC in the continental USA (Default is 220 VAC)

• Appropriate Ethernet cabling, which may include T­connectors, terminators, external transceivers, or MAUs

• Serial or parallel printers with cabling

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2.2 Installing FastPort

To install the MIL-3200X FastPort print server.

1. Record the Ethernet address (located on the bottom of the
unit) for future reference

2. Attach the Ethernet cabling, including:

– MIL-3210X supports 10BASE-T cabling directly; use

category 5 (CAT 5) unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
cabling.

– MIL-3220X supports 10BASE2 cabling directly; use thin

net cabling.

– MIL-3230X supports 10BASE-FL cabling directly; use

multi-mode or single-mode fiber cabling.

Note:

Install a micro module for any other type of network connection, ref er to
Chapter 3.

3. Refer to Table 2-1 to select an operating mode with the
front panel switches.

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Table 2-1:

Operating Mode

D3 D4 Mode Description

Up Up Normal Does not allow a Telnet session. Users can print to the

unit. The

Down Up Telnet Diagnostic

Monitor

Down Down Serial Diagnostic

Monitor

Up Down Test Page A test page prints on a power cycle. No print jobs are

SERIAL

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PARALLEL

Allows a Telnet session to monitor FastPort or change its
parameters. Users can print to the unit. The

NET

A terminal can be attached to serial port 2 to run a serial
monitor. Print jobs are not accepted. The

accepted.

4 PORT NETWORK PRINT SERVER

MODEL MIL•3200X

S1 S2

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(system) LED and

LED blink.

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(network) LED blink.

SYS

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Figure 2-1. MIL-3200X Front Panel

Table 2-2: Flash and Test Page Select

Switch Position Mode Description

D1 Up Flash

Bank

Down Selects bank 1 (lower) to run the 4 Mb Flash EPROMs for

D2 Up Test Page MIL-3200X selects parallel port 2 and serial port 2 for test page

Down MIL-3200X selects parallel port 1 and serial port 1 for test page

Selects bank 0 (upper) to run the 4 Mb Flash EPROMs for
uploading the new firmware image.

uploading. If the upgrade process fails, use this setting and
power cycle the unit to return FastPort to its default settings.

printing.

printing.

Table 2-3: Default Settings

D1 D2 D3 D4

Up Down Down Up

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4. Attach the parallel printer(s) cables.

Attach the parallel cable to the female DB25 parallel port
on the front of the FastPort. Connect the other end of the
cable to a standard, centronics port on the printer.

5. Attach the serial printer cables.

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Attach a serial cable to the male DB9 printer port on the
front of the unit. The other end of the cable should be
connected to a female DB9 with the standard serial
interface pinout.

A null modem cable or adapter is necessary if the printer’s
serial port is a DTE device. If the cable will work for an
IBM PC attached to a printer, then it will work for FastPort.

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See Appendix A for serial port pinouts.

6. Set the printer to the defaults for the serial port: 9600 baud,
8 data bits, no parity bits, 1 stop bit, and Xon/Xoff for flow
control.

7. Connect the power supply and verify normal boot-up:

a. Select the proper voltage for the specific country
b. Place the unit near the printer
c. Plug the power connector into the receptacle marked

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on the rear of the unit

FT RX

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MIL•4320M

16VAC

PWR SYS NET LNK

UTP

Figure 2-2. MIL-3210X Rear Panel of FastPort

The unit performs POST (power-on self-test) at start-up and
tries to resolve its IP addresses.

• If the IP address is set, the

• If the IP address is not set, the

SYS

LED blinks once per second.

SYS

LED blinks five times
per second until the address is set either manually or by
using

RARP, BOOTP

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DHCP

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FastPort should now be functioning on the network. Consult
the

FastPort User’s Guide

to continue the installation on a

specific client computer.

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Chapter 3

MIL-4300M Series Micro Modules

Chapter 3 gives installation information for the MIL-4300M
series of micro modules. For more information on micro
modules, refer to the

Installation Guide.

The chapter includes:

– “Introduction” on page 3-2

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– “Versions of the Micro Modules” on page 3-2

– “Installation” on page 3-3

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3.1 Introduction

Each version of the MIL-3200X has its own type of micro
module for its network connection:

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MIL-3210X

: Has the MIL-4310M micro module on-board.
The MIL-4310M has an RJ-45 connector (Unshielded
twisted pair).

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: Has the MIL-4320M micro module on-board.

The MIL-4320M has a BNC connector (thin COAX).

MIL-3230X

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: Has the MIL-4330M micro module on-board.

The MIL-4330M has an ST connector (fiber optic).

Each micro module can be swapped so that the user can
change the network connection. However, always power
down the device before swapping a micro module. FastPort is
not capable of “hot-swappable” maneuvers.

3.2 Configuration

The micro modules come with five different type of
connectors: RJ-45, ST , SMA, AUI, and thin COAX (BNC). Refer
to the

MIL-4300M Series of Micro Modules Installation Guide

configuration and specification information.

for

3.3 Versions of the Micro Modules

Versions of MIL-4300M series of micro modules supported by
the MIL-3200X series, includes:

• MIL-4310M: 10BASE-T, with an RJ-45 connector (versions
C, D and E)

• MIL-4320M: 10BASE2, with a COAX (BNC) connector
(versions A and B)

• MIL-4330M: 10BASE-FL multi-mode, with an ST connector
(versions A and B)

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• MIL-4340M: 10BASE5, with an AUI connector (version B)

• MIL-4350M: 10BASE-FL multi-mode, with an SMA
connector (versions A, B and C)

• MIL-4360M: Single-mode, half-duplex; with an ST
connector (versions A and B)

• MIL-4370M: Single-mode, half- and full-duplex; with an ST
connector (versions A and B)

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3.4 Installation

Do the following to install any of the following micro module:

1. Use a phillips head screwdriver to remove the screws
securing the faceplate of the base unit.

2. Remove the faceplate.

3. Make any configuration changes to the module.

4. Slide the module into the port.

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5. Insert the module into the card-edge connector (port bay).
Make sure it is seated firmly.

6. Secure with the #4-40 X 3/16” phillips-type screws.

With the micro module now installed and ready to use, the
user can install the proper network connection.

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FastManage for the MIL-3200X

Chapter 4 discusses FastManage-specific software; however,
only as it applies to the MIL-3200X series of FastPort print
servers. This chapter does not give detailed instructions on the
software. Refer to the
and configuration instructions for the FastManage suite of
software.

This chapter includes:

FastManage User’s Guide

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– “MIL-3200X FastPort Graphical Icon” on page 4-3

– “Configuration Pull-down Menu” on page 4-4

– “Hot Spots” on page 4-5

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4.1 Overview of FastManage

The FastManage suite of software allows configuration and
network management for most SNMP-type devices, including
print servers, fax servers, hubs, and stackable hubs.

When the software is started, an icon appears that represents
each SNMP device. This section discusses the specific icon for
this specific FastPort: the MIL-3200X FastPort print servers.

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This section only has an overview of the software for a specific Digi
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4.2 Starting FastManage

There are two ways to start the FastManage suite of software:

• Discover icon:
a. Start by double-clicking on the

system “discovers” all of the SNMP manageable
devices on the subnet.

Discovery

icon. The

Figure 4-1. FastManage for FastPort

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b. The devices will now appear on

Map 1

which represents each SNMP device.

c. Double-click on a thumbnail to display a full-screen

image of that particular SNMP device (see Figure 4-2).

• FastPort PrintServer Mgr. Icon:
a. Also start the software by double-clicking on the

FastPort PrintServer Mgr. icon.

b. Enter the IP Address of the device.
c. A full-screen image of that device appears (Figure 4-2).

4.3 MIL-3200X FastPort Graphical Icon

The following appears when the MIL-3200X is retrieved:

Pull-Down
Menus

as “thumbnails,”

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Figure 4-2. MIL-3200X Graphical Icon

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4.4 Configuration Pull-down Menu

There are many dif ferent options available fr om the pull-down
menus, including TCP/IP, Novell, and SMB configurations.
Refer to the FastManage User’s Guide for more information.

4.4.1 Auxiliary Port Sub-Menu

The “Auxiliary Port” sub-menu (Figure 4-3) differs from other
FastPorts, because the MIL-3200X series has two serial and
two parallel ports. To view the “Auxiliary Port” sub-menu
from the “Configuration” pull-down menus, go to:

TCP/IP Config.--> fpfilter Configuration-->Auxiliary ports

This parameter specifies an auxiliary port for parallel or serial
port printing.

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Figure 4-3. Auxiliary Port Menu

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4.4.2 Parallel/Serial Printer Setup Sub-Menu

Again, both the “Parallel Printer Setup” (Figure 4-4) and the
“Serial Printer Setup” sub-menus differ from other FastPorts,
because the MIL-3200X series has two serial and two parallel
ports. To view these sub-menus from the “Configuration”
pull-down menu, go to:

Ethertalk Config.-->Parallel Printer Setup/Serial Printer Setup
(Figure 4-4)

Figure 4-4. Parallel Printer Setup Menu

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This parameter sets-up the port for parallel or serial port
printing. Printer 1, Printer 2, Serial 1 and Serial
2 are your choices.

4.5 Hot Spots

Hot spots on the graphical representation of the MIL-3200X
series (Figure 3-2) are used to gain status of the device. Use the
mouse to highlight the selection (a block around the area will
appear), and click on it to obtain the information.

Hot spots function the same way on all FastPorts, even though
they may appear in different locations. The following
describes the hot spots applicable for the MIL-3200X. Refer to
the FastManage User’s Guide for more information.

• Traps: This selection alerts the user to any problem

associated with the device.

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• Uptime: This selection informs the user of how long the

device has been running.

• Reset: When this hot spot is clicked on, a warning message

appears asking whether or not the user want to reset
FastPort. Select Yes to continue, No to stop.

• Digi/MiLAN Logo: Depending on the model of your

FastPort, either a “MiLAN” or a “Digi” appears on the top,
right-hand side of the graphic. When this Logo is clicked
on, FastPort specifications appear. Reset Name, Location,
and Contact. Press Set after the changes are made
(Figure 4-5).

Figure 4-5. Digi/MiLAN Logo Message

• Parallel Port: Depending on which button is clicked, this

parameter displays the status of the Parallel port.

• Serial Port: Depending on which mouse button is clicked,

this parameter displays the status of the Serial port.

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Specifications

Appendix A

A.1 Hardware Features

• The 3200X motherboard, with Ethernet controller, serial
port, parallel port interfaces

• CPU: An Intel 80186 processor, with a 16 MHz clock

• Flash: Flash devices are 29F040. Each device are 4 Mbps
and arranged in 2 × 256k × 8 format.

• Memory: 1 MB

• MAC chipsets: Ethernet controller is 10 Mbps, with DRAM
for data buffering, and its own memory management

A.2 Serial Printer and Terminal Cables

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Figure A-1.Common Dumb Terminal Connection

Function

Figure A-2.Cable for Terminal and Serial Printers

MIL-3200X Series of FastPort Print Servers A-1

DB9 Female DB25 Male

FastPort Side

Pin #

RXD TXD22

GRND GRND57

RTS

8

Terminal/Printer

Pin # Function

5
4CTS

RXDTXD 3 3
CTS7

RTS
DSR46DTR

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DB9 Female DB25 Male

Function

FastPort Side

Pin #

RXD TXD22

GRND GRND57

RTS

8

Terminal/Printer

Pin # Function

5
4CTS

RXDTXD 3 3

CTS7
RTS

DSR46DTR

Figure A-3.DCE Device, Dumb Terminal or Serial Port: DB9 Male

DB9 Female DB9 Female

Function

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Figure A-4.Wyse 60 Dumb Terminal

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FastPort Side

Pin #

RXD
TXD
GRD
RTS
CTS

33

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DB9 Female DB25 Male

FastPort Side

Pin #

RD
TD

DTR

SGND

CTS

33

8

IBM PC

Pin # Function

7
8

Terminal/Printer

Pin #

6
7

20

TXD22
RXD

GRD55

CTS7
RTS

Function

TD22
RD

CTS45

DSR

SGND5

DTR

Figure A-5.DTE Printer/Plotter and PC Null: DB25 Male

DB9 Female DB25 Male

Function

FastPort Side

Pin #

RD TD32

SGND

7

CTS CTS85

Terminal/Printer

Pin #

7
4RTS

Function

RDTD 3 2

SGND5

RTS

Figure A-6.DCE Printer/Plotter: DB25 Female

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A.3 Pinouts

A.3.1 Serial Port

Figure A-7.Serial Port Pinouts

PIN Number Signal

1NC
2 RXD
3 TXD
4 DTR/RTS
5 GND
6NC
7 RTS/DTR
8 CTS
9NC

A.3.2 Parallel Port Connector

Figure A-8. Parallel Por t Pinouts

PIN # Signal PIN # Signal

1 PASTB 14 AUTO FEED
2 PAD0 15 FAULT
3 PAD1 16 INIT
4 PAD2 17 SLCTIN
5 PAD3 18 GND
6 PAD4 19 GND
7 PAD5 20 GND
8 PAD6 21 GND
9 PAD7 22 GND
10 ACK 23 GND
11 BUSY 24 GND
12 PE 25 GND
13 ONLINE

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6 7 8 9

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13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2

25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14

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A.3.3 MotherBoard LEDs

LED Functioned Color

PWR Unit is receiving power Green
SYS Indicate whether or not the IP address is correct Green
NET There is activity on the network port Yellow
LNK There is an active connection on the UTP port Green

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A.3.4 RJ-45 Connector

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• Pin 1: Transmit data +

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• Pin 2: Transmit data -

• Pin 3: Receive data +

• Pin 6: Receive data -

A.4 Micro Module Specifications

A.4.1 LEDs

The MIL-3200X is shipped standard with the MIL-4340M
micro module. The following are the LEDs and what they

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PWR Unit is receiving power Green
FT The segment has faulted Red
CX Collision is occurring on the network Red
RX Unit is receiving packets from the network Yellow

indicate. Consult the MIL-4300M Series of Micro Modules
Installation Guide for the correct LED and other information.

Table A-1: MIL-4340 Indicators

A.4.2 Serial Connector

PIN Number Signal PIN Number Signal

1 M2 9 CD­2 CX+ 10 TX­3 TX+ 11 CR
4 M2 12 RX­5 RX+ 13 20V
6 GND 14 VCC
7M015LC
8M116LF

A-4 MIL-3200X Series of FastPort Print Servers

Appendix B

Technical Support Services

B.1 W orld Wide Web Server

Product information, manuals, new product announcements,
programs, applications stories and more can be obtained
through the world wide web. Our address is:

http://www.dgii.com

B.2 Internet FTP Server

Digi has set up an anonymous FTP server for those with access
to the internet. The address is ftp.milan.com or

206.40.59.2. Log-in as anonymous, and enter an email
address when asked for a password. Drivers and installation
tips are located in the /pub/fastport/software and /pub/
fastport/faq directories.

Note:

To ensure binary transfer of files, switch to binary mode by entering bin
or binary before downloading.

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B.3 Contacting T echnical Support

B.4 Expediting Technical Support Service

To contact Digi’s technical support:

• By Phone: [phone]

• By Fax: [phone]

• By email: [e-mail]

For faster service when calling our technical support
department:

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• Be in a position where the computer and the print server
are accessible

• Know the type and versions of software you are using.

• Know your hardware specification, including memory and
disk space.

• Note any and all error messages.

• Be specific about the problem(s).

B.5 Returning Procedures

To return a unit to Digi:

1. Call technical support at 408/744-2751

2. Technical support engineers will work with users to find
the problem. If technical support determines that the unit is
defective, a return materials authorization (RMA) will be
issued by our RMA administrator who will also provide
shipping instructions.

Note:

B-2 MIL-3200X Series of FastPort Print Servers

It is required that any return has an RMA number or it will be rejected
and returned to the sender.

Index

Numerics

1 stop bit 2-4
10BASE2 1-2, 2-2
10BASE5 1-2
10BASE-FL 1-2, 2-2
10BASE-T 1-2, 2-2
120 VAC 2-2
16 MHz clock A-1
16VAC 2-4
220 VAC 2-2
8 data bits 2-4
9600 baud 2-4

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FastManage 4-1

Overview 4-2
Parallel Port 4-6
Reset 4-6
Serial Port 4-6
Traps 4-5

Uptime 4-6
FastManage User’s Guide P-2, 1-4, 4-1
FastPort Installation 2-1
FastPort User’s Guide P-1, 1-3, 1-4, 2-5
Fiber optic 3-2
Flash Bank 2-3
Flash device A-1
Flash EPROMs 1-3
ftp.milan.com B-1

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Advanced Configuration Tool (ACT) 1-3

B

BNC connector 3-2

C

Configuration options 4-4

Connectors

AUI

3-2

BNC 3-2
RJ-45 3-2
ST (SMA) 3-2

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DB25 parallel port 2-4
DB9 printer port 2-4
Digi/MILAN Logo 4-6
Discovery 4-2
DRAM A-1
DTE device 2-4

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Ethernet 1-2, 2-2, A-1
EtherTalk 1-3

Hardware Features A-1
Hot Spots 4-5

http

//www.dgii.com

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Installation

FastPort

Intel 80186 CPU A-1
Internet access B-1
Internet FTP Server B-1
IP address 2-5

2-2

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LEDs

Micro Modules

Motherboard A-3

A-5

M

MAC chipsets A-1
Micro Module 3-1

Installation 3-3

Introduction 3-2

Specifications A-5
Microsoft LAN Manager 1-3
MIL-16DT 2-2

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Index

MIL-3200X 1-1, 2-2, 4-1, 4-2, 4-3

Features 1-2
Front Panel 2-3
Overview 1-2

MIL-4300M

Micro Modules

MIL-4310M 1-2, 3-2
MIL-4320M 1-2, 3-2
MIL-4330M 1-2, 3-2
MIL-4340M 1-2, 3-3
MIL-4350M 3-3
MIL-4360M 3-3
MIL-4370M 3-3

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NetWare 1-3
No parity bits 2-4
Notation Conventions P-2
Novell P-1, 1-3, 4-4
Null modem cable 2-4

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ST connector 3-2
[e-mail] B-2

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TCP/IP 1-3, 4-4

TCP/IP Config.

Auxiliary ports

fpfilter Configuration 4-4
Technical Support B-1, B-2
Telnet Diagnostic Monitor 2-3
Test Page 2-3
Thin COAX 3-2
Thumbnail 4-3

4-4

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UNIX 1-3
Unshielded twisted pair 3-2
Utilities 1-3

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Operating Mode 2-3

World Wide Web Server B-1

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Parallel Port Connector A-3
Parallel printer 2-4
Power supply 2-2

Xon/Xoff 2-4

R

RARP 2-5
Return Materials Authorization (RMA) B-2
RJ-45 3-2, A-4

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Serial Diagnostic Monitor 2-3
Serial Port A-4
Serial port defaults 2-4
Serial printer 2-4
Serial Terminal Cable A-1
SMA 3-2
SMB 4-4
SNMP 1-2, 1-3, 4-2

Specifications

Hardware Features

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I-2 MIL-3200X Series of FastPort Print Servers

Part Number: 90000069 Rev. C Printed in the USA

1299 Orleans Drive

Sunnyvale, CA 94089