PCI-D9-02-LP - PCI card Tripp Lite - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	PCI Serial Card
Brand	Tripp Lite
Model	PCI-D9-02-LP
Number of Ports	2 DB9 RS-232 Serial Ports
Maximum Data Rate	115.2 Kbps per port
Bus Interface	PCI / PCI-X (Universal 3.3 & 5V; 32-bit)
PCI Compliance	PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.3
UART Compatibility	Industrial standard 16550 UART
FIFO Buffer	256-byte depth in Transmit and Receive paths per port
Flow Control	Supports hardware and software flow control
Serial Format Support	5, 6, 7, 8, 9-bit; Even, Odd, None, Space, Mark parity; 1 or 2 Stop bits
IRQ Sharing	Supports PCI IRQ sharing and PCI power management
Bracket Included	Low-profile bracket (for PCI-D9-02-LP)
System Requirements	Windows (XP and later), Linux (2.6.x and later)
Package Contents	PCI card, Driver CD, Owner's Manual
Warranty	1-Year Limited Warranty
Handling Precautions	Use anti-static wrist strap; hold by edges
Safety Note	Not recommended for life support or flammable environments
Spare Parts / Repairability	No user-serviceable parts; contact Tripp Lite for service

Frequently Asked Questions - PCI-D9-02-LP Tripp Lite

What operating systems are supported by the PCI-D9-02-LP?

The card is compatible with Windows (XP and later) and Linux (2.6.x and later).

Does this card support both standard and low-profile brackets?

The PCI-D9-02-LP model includes a low-profile bracket. The standard model PCI-D9-02 includes a standard bracket. Both brackets are included depending on the model purchased.

What is the maximum data transfer rate per port?

Each port supports data transfer rates up to 115.2 Kbps.

Is the PCI-D9-02-LP compatible with PCI-X slots?

Yes, the card features a Universal PCI interface (3.3 & 5V; 32-bit) and is compatible with both PCI and PCI-X slots.

How do I install the drivers for this card?

Before inserting the card, insert the included driver CD and run the driver file for your OS. Then power off the computer, install the card, and reboot. The ports should appear as COM ports in Device Manager.

What is the warranty period for this product?

The card comes with a 1-Year Limited Warranty from the date of initial purchase.

Can I use this card in life support systems?

No, it is not recommended for use in life support applications where failure could cause significant harm.

How should I handle the PCI card to prevent damage?

Use an anti-static ESD wrist strap (e.g., Tripp Lite P999-000) and hold the card by its edges. Avoid touching the PCI interface connectors.

Does the card support hardware and software flow control?

Yes, it supports both hardware flow control and software flow control.

What serial data formats are supported?

The card supports 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9-bit serial formats, with Even, Odd, None, Space, Mark parity options, and 1 or 2 Stop bits.

USER MANUAL PCI-D9-02-LP Tripp Lite

2-Port DB9 RS-232 Serial PCI Card

Models: PCI-D9-02 and PCI-D9-02-LP

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Product Features

• Adds two DB9 RS-232 Serial ports to your computer or server
  • Supports data transfer rates up to 115.2 Kbps on each port
• Standard (PCI-D9-02) and low-profile (PCI-D9-02-LP) brackets
• Compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.3
• Compatible with industrial standard 16550 UART
• PCI / PCI-X (Universal 3.3 & 5V; 32-bit) Male connector
  • Supports PCI IRQ sharing and PCI power management
• On-chip 256-byte depth FIFO in Transmit & Receive paths of each port
  • Supports hardware and software flow control
  • 5-, 6-, 7-, 8-, 9- bit serial formats supported
  • Supports Even, Odd, None, Space and Mark parity
  • Supports 1 or 2 Stop bit operation

Package Includes

• PCI-D9-02 or PCI-D9-02-LP RS-232 Serial PCI Card
• Driver CD
• Owner's Manual

Optional Accessories

- P520-006 DB9 Serial Extension Cable – 6 ft.

System Requirements

• Computer with an available PCI slot (Universal 3.3 & 5V; 32-bit)
• Compatible with Windows® (XP and later) and Linux® (2.6.x and later)

Installation

Notes:

• PCI cards are static-sensitive devices that require proper handling. An Anti-Static ESD Wrist Strap (such as Tripp Lite's P999-000) or similar device should always be used when handling.

• Handle the card with care when installing, holding it by the edges and not the PCI interface connectors.

• Prior to installing the PCI card, insert the included driver CD and navigate to the driver for your OS. Click on the driver file to install it, following the prompts that appear until installation is complete.

• Turn off the computer you are installing the PCI card in, unplug its power cord and disconnect all peripheral devices (e.g. monitor, keyboard, mouse, printer, etc.).
• Referring to your computer's technical documentation, remove the cover from your computer.

Installation

1. Locate an available PCI slot (Universal 3.3 & 5V; 32-bit), and remove the metal bracket from the back of the computer to allow for insertion of the card.
2. Gently insert the PCI interface connector on the card into the PCI slot, making sure it connects securely and evenly.
3. Reattach the metal bracket to the back of the computer.
4. Place the cover back onto the computer. Re-connect its power cords and peripheral devices.
5. To verify your installation, navigate to your computer's device manager and confirm the ports on the PCI card appear as COM ports.

Warranty and Product Registration

1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

TRIPP LITE warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of initial purchase. TRIPP LITE's obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing (at its sole option) any such defective products. To obtain service under this warranty, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number from TRIPP LITE or an authorized TRIPP LITE service center. Products must be returned to TRIPP LITE or an authorized TRIPP LITE service center with transportation charges prepaid and must be accompanied by a brief description of the problem encountered and proof of date and place of purchase. This warranty does not apply to equipment, which has been damaged by accident, negligence or misapplication or has been altered or modified in any way.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, TRIPP LITE MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitation(s) or exclusion(s) may not apply to the purchaser.

EXCEPT AS PROVIDED ABOVE, IN NO EVENT WILL TRIPP LITE BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. Specifically, TRIPP LITE is not liable for any costs, such as lost profits or revenue, loss of equipment, loss of use of equipment, loss of software, loss of data, costs of substitutes, claims by third parties, or otherwise.

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FCC Notice, Class B

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.

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 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.
  Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Tripp Lite could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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WEEE Compliance Information for Tripp Lite Customers and Recyclers (European Union)

Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive and implementing regulations, when customers buy new electrical and electronic equipment from Tripp Lite they are entitled to:

• Send old equipment for recycling on a one-for-one, like-for-like basis (this varies depending on the country)
• Send the new equipment back for recycling when this ultimately becomes waste

Use of this equipment in life support applications where failure of this equipment can reasonably be expected to cause the failure of the life support equipment or to significantly affect its safety or effectiveness is not recommended. Do not use this equipment in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.

Tripp Lite has a policy of continuous improvement. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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