Silex technology SD-300, SD-320AN User Manual

Wired/Wireless Serial Device Server

SD-300/SD-320AN

User's Manual

WA103900XA

Copyright© 2017 silex technology, Inc. All rights reserved.

Index

1. Introduction ...........................................................1

1-1. Introduction ......................................................................................... 2

About the notation ................................................................................. 2

Disclaimers ................................................................................................. 2

Trademarks ................................................................................................ 2

1-2. Safety Instructions ............................................................................. 3

1-3. User Registration and Customer Services ................................. 6

User registration ....................................................................................... 6

Product Information ............................................................................... 6

Customer Support Center .................................................................... 7

2. About SD-300/SD-320AN ......................................9

2-1. Package Contents ............................................................................10

2-2. Features ...............................................................................................11

2-3. Parts and Functions ......................................................................... 13

Parts and Functions ..............................................................................13

Serial Port PIN Assignment and Serial Cable ...............................16

2-4. LED Lighting Pattern ....................................................................... 17

2-5. Hardware Specications ................................................................ 19

2-6. Software Specications ..................................................................25

Software Specications ....................................................................... 25

RFC2217 Command List ...................................................................... 26

2-7. Wireless Interference Information ..............................................27

Notes .......................................................................................................... 27

2-8. Notes on Security ............................................................................. 29

2-9. About OpenSSL License .................................................................30

3. Software Overview ............................................. 33

3-1. What is Serial Device Server Setup? ..........................................34

Select Conguration Method ............................................................34

TCP/IP Settings ......................................................................................35

Wireless LAN Settings (only for SD-320AN) ..................................36

3-2. What is SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server? ...................37

About SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server ............................37

Functional Overview ............................................................................38

3-3. Download the Utilities ....................................................................39

4. How to Congure (SD-300) ................................ 41

4-1. Necessary items for Setup .............................................................42

4-2. Power on .............................................................................................43

4-3. Congure Network Settings ......................................................... 44

5. How to Congure (SD-320AN) ........................... 51

5-1. Before Setup .......................................................................................52

Check your wireless LAN settings .................................................... 52

About conguration methods .......................................................... 53

5-2. Necessary items for Setup .............................................................54

5-3. Power on .............................................................................................55

5-4. Congure Network Settings ......................................................... 56

5-5. Congure SD-320AN Using Smart Wireless Setup ............... 63

Conrm that your wireless router supports WPS ....................... 63

Congure Network Settings .............................................................. 63

Push Button Method ............................................................................65

PIN Code Method ..................................................................................67

6. How to Use .......................................................... 71

6-1. Link to Serial Device Using the Serial Device Connection

Utility .............................................................................................................72

What is Serial Port Emulation Mode? .............................................72

Install Application..................................................................................73

Start SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server ...............................78

Link to a serial device ........................................................................... 79

Start a serial communication software .......................................... 83

Unlink from a serial device ................................................................. 83

6-2. Ecable Mode .......................................................................................84

What is Ecable Mode? ..........................................................................84

Before You Begin .................................................................................... 84

Link to Serial Device .............................................................................88

6-3. Raw TCP Connection Mode .......................................................... 89

What is Raw TCP Connection Mode? .............................................. 89

Before You Begin .................................................................................... 89

Link to Serial Device .............................................................................92

6-4. Use Access Point Feature ............................................................... 93

Before You Begin .................................................................................... 93

Link to Wireless Client Devices .........................................................95

7. Other Functions ................................................ 101

7-1. Congure Using the SD-300/SD-320AN Web Page ...........102

Access the SD-300/SD-320AN Web Page ....................................102

Log in to the SD-300/SD-320AN Web Page ................................105

Log out the SD-300/SD-320AN Web Page ..................................106

Congure Advanced Network Settings .......................................107

Congure Serial Port Settings .........................................................112

Conguration Item List ......................................................................114

7-2. Security Settings .............................................................................126

Change the Password ........................................................................126

Allow Communication Only from a Particular PC ....................127

7-3. Maintenance ....................................................................................129

Reboot SD-300/SD-320AN ...............................................................129

Reset to Factory Default ....................................................................131

Update Firmware .................................................................................134

7-4. Uninstall Application ....................................................................137

8. Troubleshooting ............................................... 139

8-1. Problems During the Setup ........................................................140

8-2. Problems While Using SD-300/SD-320AN .............................144

8-3. Wireless LAN Problems (SD-320AN Only) ..............................148

1. Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing the Serial Device Server SD-300/SD-320AN.
This manual provides information on how to congure and use SD-300/SD-320AN.
Please read the 1-2.Safety Instructions carefully before using SD-300/SD-320AN.

1.

Introduction

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Disclaimers

* The unauthorized transfer or copying of the content of this manual, in whole or in part,

without prior written consent is expressly prohibited by law.
* The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
* This manual was prepared to accurately match the content of each OS, but the actual

information shown on the computer monitor may dier from the content of this manual

due to future OS version upgrades, modications, and other changes.
* Although every eort was made to prepare this manual with the utmost accuracy, Silex

Technology will not be held liable for any damages as a result of errors, setting examples,

or other content.

Trademarks

* Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft

Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
* Other brand or product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective

owners.

1-1. Introduction

About the notation

* This manual uses the following symbols to indicate specic information for operating SD-

300/SD-320AN.
* Be sure to carefully review before using SD-300/SD-320AN.

: This symbol indicates important information that needs to be observed when operating SD-300/SD-

320AN. Make sure to read this information for safe and proper use.

: This symbol indicates information that is useful when using SD -300/SD-320AN. If you e xp erience

diculties operating SD-300/SD-320AN, please refer to this information rst.

Note

TIP

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1-2. Safety Instructions

This page provides the safety instructions for safe use of SD-300/SD-320AN.
To ensure safe and proper use, please read the following information carefully before using
SD-300/SD-320AN. The safety instructions include important information on safe handling
of SD-300/SD-320AN and on general safety issues.

< Indication of the warning >

Warning

"Warning" indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in death or serious injury if the safety
instruction is not observed. result in bodily injury if
the safety instruction is not observed.

Caution

"Caution" indicates the existence of a hazard that
could result in serious injury or material damage if the
safety instruction is not observed.

This symbol indicates the warning and notice.
( Example: "Danger of the electric shock" )

This symbol indicates the prohibited actions.
( Example: "Disassembly is prohibited" )

This symbol indicates the necessary actions.
( Example: "Remove the AC plug from an outlet" )

< Indication of the symbol >

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Warning

* In the following cases, turn o the connected devices and unplug the AC plug of

this product from a power outlet. Failure to follow these instructions may cause
re or an electrical shock.

- When this product emits a strange smell, smoke or sound or becomes too hot
to touch.

- When foreign objects (metal, liquid, etc.) gets into this product.

- When this product is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.

* Do not disassemble or modify this product. It may cause re, electrical shock or

malfunction.

* Do not disassemble or modify the AC adaptor that came with this product. It may

cause re, electrical shock or malfunction.

* Do not cover up the vents on this product. The temperature inside may rise and

cause re or malfunction.

* Do not place any objects on top of this product. It may cause re, electrical shock

or malfunction.

* Do not place any objects on top of this product. It may cause re, electrical shock

or malfunction.
* Do not roll up or wrap the AC cord. It may cause re or an electrical shock.
* Do not plug or unplug the AC adaptor or any other cables with wet hands. It may

cause an electrical shock or malfunction.
* Keep the small parts out of reach of young children. If these are swallowed,

consult a doctor immediately.

* For use of the devices connected to this product, please follow all warnings,

cautions and notices given by that manufacturer and carefully use them in a

proper manner.
* Failure to follow these instructions may cause re, electrical shock or malfunction.
* Use the correct power voltage. Improper voltage may cause re or an electrical

shock.
* If a ground wire is supplied with your device to use with, connect it to the ground

terminal in order to prevent an electrical shock. Do not connect the ground wire

to gas pipe, water pipe, lighting rod or telephone ground wire. It may cause

malfunction.
* Keep the cords and cables away from children. It may cause an electrical shock or

serious injury.

1. Introduction

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Caution

* Use the AC adaptor supplied with this product. Other AC adaptors may cause

malfunction.
* Do not place any objects on the cable or bend, twist, or pull it excessively.
* Do not use or store this product under the following conditions.
* It may cause malfunction.

- Locations subject to vibration or shock

- Shaky, uneven or tilted surfaces

- Locations exposed to direct sunlight

- Humid or dusty places

- Wet places (kitchen, bathroom, etc.)

- Near a heater or stove

- Locations subject to extreme changes in temperature

- Near strong electromagnetic sources (magnet, radio, wireless device, etc.)

* Do not pull on the cord to disconnect the plug from the power supply. The code

may be broken, which could result in re or an electrical shock.
* Follow the law of each country when you discard this product.
* Verify all codes or cables are plugged correctly before using this product.

* When this product will not be used for a long time, unplug the power cables of
* this product and the other devices you are using with it.
* When removing this product, disconnect the AC plugs of both this product and

the other devices you are using with it.

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1-3. User Registration and Customer Services

To enable us to provide better services (support and repair), please perform the user
registration process from our website below:

* For user registration, a serial number is required. It can be found on the bottom of SD-300/SD-320AN.

User registration

Product Information

The services below are available from the Silex Technology website. For details, please visit
the Silex Technology website.

* Latest rmware download
* Latest software download
* Latest manual download
* Support information (FAQ)

URL

USA http://www.silexamerica.com/support/product-registration/

Europe http://www.silexeurope.com/en/home/support/registration/

Japan http://www.silex.jp/register/

URL

USA http://www.silexamerica.com/

Europe http://www.silexeurope.com/

Japan http://www.silex.jp/

Note

1. Introduction

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Customer Support Center

Customer Support is available by e-mail or telephone for any problems that you may
encounter. If you cannot nd the relevant problem in this manual or on our website, or if
the corrective procedure does not resolve the problem, please contact Silex Technology
Customer Support.

* Refer to the Silex Technology website (http://www.silexamerica.com/) for the latest FAQ and product

information.

Contact Information

USA [phone] [e-mail]

Europe [phone] [e-mail]

Japan [phone] [e-mail]

Note

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2. About SD-300/SD-320AN

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2.

About SD-300/SD-320AN

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2-1. Package Contents

Following items are bundled:

* SD-300 (wired model) / SD-320AN (wireless model)
* AC adaptor
* Rubber foot (4pcs)
* Setup Guide
* Warranty Booklet

* GPL License Notice

(Distribution of source code subject to open source software)

2. About SD-300/SD-320AN

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2-2. Features

SD-300/SD-320AN is a serial device server which allows you to connect to serial devices via
wired or wireless LAN.
SD-300/SD-320AN has the following features:

* Share various serial devices

By using SD-300/SD-320AN and the serial device connection utility, "SX Virtual Link
for Serial Device Server", you can share various serial devices among Windows PCs (for
details on the supported OS, refer to 2-6. Software Specications). Serial devices can
be used as if they were connected directly to your PC.

* Support various applications

In addition to SX Virtual Link for Serial Device Server, SD-300/SD-320AN has 2
communication modes as follows to support a wide variety of network environments
and operating systems.

Ecable Mode

If two SD-300/SD-320AN's are used, you can communicate with serial devices or PCs
with no network interface over the network. For details, refer to 6-2. Ecable Mode (Link

to the Registered Device).

Raw TCP Connection Mode

Serial port data can be sent or received transparently over TCP/IP. You can communicate
with a serial device using an application that runs on the TCP Socket API. For details,
refer to 6-3. Raw TCP Connection Mode (Link to Serial Device Using TCP Raw Port).

* IEEE802.11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN standard (SD-320AN only)

SD-320AN supports IEEE802.11a/b/g/n which allows sharing of various serial devices over
a wireless network.
For authentication method, WEP, WPA(PSK) and WPA2(PSK) can be selected, and 128 bit
for WEP, AUTO for WPA and AES for WPA2 can be selected respectively as the encryption
method. Also, as IEEE802.1X is supported, EAP-TLS/EAP-TTLS/EAP-LEAP/EAP-PEAP(v0,v1)/
EAP-FAST can be used.

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* Access Point Feature (SD-320AN only)

Various wireless devices can be used over a wireless network using the Access Point
feature of SD-320AN.

* Easy Wireless Conguration (SD -320AN only)

Wireless conguration using the push button or PIN code is available to congure SD-320AN
when your wireless router supports WPS.

* AMC Manager (non-free program) / AMC Finder (free program) (SD-320AN only)

SD-320AN supports the total management software, "AMC Manager" and "AMC Finder".
The AMC Manager provides the useful features as follows:

- Remote device control and monitoring

- Bulk conguration and rmware updates

* To connect to a wireless network using the Access Point feature of SD-320AN, the same wireless setting

needs to be congured to SD-320AN and your wireless client device.

Note

- For details on the "AMC Manager" and "AMC Finder", please visit our homepage.

- To use the "AMC Manager" and "AMC Finder", an IP address needs to be congured to the SD-320AN.

Note

2. About SD-300/SD-320AN

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2-3. Parts and Functions

The parts name and functions are as follows:

(1)

Wireless LAN antenna
(SD-320AN only)

This antenna is used for a wireless communication.

(2) Orange LED

For details, refer to 2-4. LED Lighting Pattern. (3) Yellow LED

(4) Green LED

<<Front>>

Parts and Functions

（2）

（3）

（4）

（1）

（2）

（3）

（4）

SD-300 SD-320AN

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(6) AC Connector Connect an AC adaptor.

(7) Serial Port Connect a serial cable.

(8) Network Port Connect a network cable.

(9) Yellow LED

Indicates the network connection status.
For details, refer to 2-4. LED Lighting Pattern.

(10) Green LED

(5) Push Switch

This push switch is used to reset to the factory defaults.
For details on the factory default configuration, refer to Reset to

Factory Default.

<<Bot tom>>

（6）
（7）
（8）

（9）
（10）

SD-300/SD-320AN

<<Top>>

（5）

SD-300

SD-320AN

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<<Back>>

(11) Ethernet Address Ethernet Address of SD-300/SD-320AN

SD-300

Made in Japan

E/A : XXXXXXXXXXXX
S/N : YYYYYYYYY

（11）

SD-300

SD-320AN

ご注意 5GHzワイヤレスLANは、電波法によりW52、W53の
帯域については屋内での使用に限定されます。

R

この製品は、技術基準認証済の無線装置を内蔵しています。

Contains : FCC ID N6C-SDMAN2
Contains : IC : 4908A-SDMAN2

2.4 DS/OF 4

IEEE802.11b/g/n

IEEE802.11a/n

W53 W56W52J52

SD-320AN

Made in Japan

E/A : XXXXXXXXXXXX
S/N : YYYYYYYYY

007-AD0088

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The serial port PIN assignment is as follows:

PIN No. Details Input / Output

1 DCD(Data Carrier Direct) Input

2 RxD(Receive Data) Input

3 TxD(Transmit Data) Output

4 DTR(Data Terminal Ready) Output

5 GND(Ground) Input

6 DSR(Data Set Ready) Input

7 RTS(Request To Send) Output

8 CTS(Clear To Send) Input

9 RI(Ring Indicate) / 5V in Input

Use the serial cable that came with your serial device (the one you may have been using to
directly connect the PC and serial device) or that is recommended in the operating manual
of your serial device.

Serial Port PIN Assignment and Serial Cable

2. About SD-300/SD-320AN

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2-4. LED Lighting Pattern

SD-300/SD-320AN has 3 LEDs (Orange, Yellow, Green) to show the operating status.

<<FRONT>>

Orange LED Product Status

ON SD-300/SD-320AN is powered on

OFF SD-300/SD-320AN is not powered on

Blink Updating the rmware

Yellow / Green LED

Product Status

Yellow LED Green LED

OFF OFF Operating in a wired LAN mode (both SD-300/SD-320AN)

OFF ON

Connected to Access Point in Infrastructure mode (Authentication is not
completed) (SD-320AN only)

Blink OFF

Connected to Access Point in Infrastructure mode (Trying to obtain an IP
address) (SD-320AN only)

ON OFF

Connected to Access Point in Infrastructure mode (IP address is
determined) (SD-320AN only)

ON ON Connected in Raw TCP mode (SD-320AN only)

OFF Blink

Operating in AccessPoint mode (SD-320AN only)

OrangeLED

YellowLED

GreenLED

SD-300

SD-320AN

OrangeLED

YellowLED

GreenLED

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<<BOTTOM>>

Yellow / Green LED

Product Status

Yellow LED G reen LED

OFF OFF A network cable is not connected

OFF ON Connected in 10BASE -T network

ON ON Connected in 100BASE -TX network

GreenLED

YellowLED

SD-300/SD-320AN

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2-5. Hardware Specications

CPU 32bit RISC CPU
Memory

RAM : 64MByte

FlashROM : 8MByte

Wired network interface 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX 1 port (auto-sensing)

Serial Interface RS-232C : 1 port

Power supply Operating voltage : 5V

Push Switch 1 button
LED Front

3 Orange LED
Yellow LED
Green LED

Wired LAN connector

2 Yellow LED
Green LED

Operating environment

Temperature : 0°C to +50°C

Humidity : 20% to 80%RH (Non-condensing)

Storage environment

Temperature : -20°C to +70°C

Humidity : 20% to 90%RH (Non-condensing)

EMI VCCI Class B / FCC Class B / ICES Class B / CE

SD-300/SD-320AN

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SD-320AN

Wireless network
interface (*Wireless
model only)

IEEE802.11a

Bandwidth

5GHz

Transmission
system

OFDM

Transmission
speed

6M / 9M / 12M / 18M / 24M / 36M / 48M /
54M (auto-sensing)

Channel [US]

W52 / W53 / W56 (excluding 120-128 channels) /
W58

[EU / JP]
W52 / W53 / W56

* When the Access Point feature is used,

W53 and W56 channels cannot be used.

IEEE802.11b

Bandwidth 2.4GHz
Transmission

system

DS-SS

Transmission
speed

1M / 2M / 5.5M / 11M (auto-sensing)

Channel US:1-11ch / EU:1-13ch / JP:1-13ch

IEEE802.11g

Bandwidth 2.4GHz
Transmission

system

OFDM

Transmission
speed

6M / 9M / 12M / 18M / 24M / 36M / 48M /
54M (auto-sensing)

Channel US:1-11ch / EU:1-13ch / JP:1-13ch

IEEE802.11ng
HT20

Bandwidth 2.4GHz
Transmission

system

DSSS-OFDM

Transmission
speed

MCS 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7

Channel US:1-11ch / EU:1-13ch / JP:1-13ch

IEEE802.11na
HT20 / HT40

Bandwidth 5GHz
Transmission

system

OFDM

Transmission
speed

MCS 0 / 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7

Channel [US]

W52 / W53 / W56 (excluding 120-128 channels) /
W58

[EU / JP]
W52 / W53 / W56

* When the Access Point feature is used,

W53 and W56 channels cannot be used.

Antenna (*Wireless
model only)

Non-directional antenna

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FCC / IC Notice (SD-300)

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
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 o 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 dierent 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 FCC Rules and Industry Canada’s licence-exempt
RSSs. 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.

Le présent appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC et aux normes
des CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas
produire de brouillage, et (2) l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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FCCID : N6C-SDMAN2
IC : 4908A-SDMAN2

Channel Selection

For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated.
Selection of other channels is not possible.

Fcc Rules Part 15
FCC CAUTION

Changes or modif ications not expressly approved by the par ty responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Rules, Part 15 §15.19(a)(3) / IC RSS Gen §8.4

Below sentences must be indicated on the final product which contains this module
inside.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules and Industry Canada licence-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

Le présent appareil est conforme à la partie 15 des règles de la FCC et CNR d'Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée
aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.

FCC Rules Part 15 Subpart C §15.247 and Subpart E / IC RSS-102 §2.6

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines
and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should be
installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s
body.

Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées
pour un environnement non contrôlé et respecte les règles les radioélectriques (RF) de
la FCC lignes directrices d'exposition et d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectriques (RF)
CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé en gardant une distance de
20 cm ou plus entre le radiateur et le corps humain.

FCC / IC Notice (SD-320AN)