Linux: DeviceMaster LT NS-Link (tty Ports) Installation Overview

Install the DeviceMaster LT

Install PortVision DX and then program the network information (IP address) into the DeviceMaster LT.

Optionally, you can use RedBoot to program the IP address. You can refer to Configuring the Network Settings in the RedBoot Procedures section of the DeviceMaster LT User Guide.

If necessary, update SocketServer.

If you do not want to use PortVision DX to update SocketServer, you can use RedBoot. Refer to Uploading Firmware in the RedBoot Procedures section of the DeviceMaster LT User Guide.

Note Technical Support recommends that you update to the latest version of SocketServer before installing the NS-Link device driver.

Locate and install the NS-Link device driver for Linux.

Note Refer to Extracting Files, if you need assistance unpacking the driver assembly.

Configure the serial ports. Refer to the readme file packaged with the NS-Link device driver.

Optionally, configure one or more ports for socket mode.

Connect the serial devices. Open the DeviceMaster LT User Guide if you need cabling information.