Testing the Serial Ports

Items needed:

1. Serial Cable (straight through) - Typically a DB9 cable for most models
2. FlashWriter Utility:  https://hub.digi.com/dp/path=/support/asset/flashwriter-application/
3. FlashWriter Instructions:  https://hub.digi.com/dp/path=/support/asset/application-guide-using-flashwriter/
4. PC with serial port or USB-to-serial adapter

Procedure:

1)  With the PCs serial port connected to “Serial 0” of the TransPort,  launch the FlashWriter utility.

2)  Ensure that the correct PC COM port number is selected (typically COM 1 if using a built-in port), and click on “Check Serial” from the Advanced menu of FlashWriter.
 
3)  Click on the OK button when the following prompt is received:
 


NOTE:  If testing a different serial port on the TransPort other than 0, ensure to change the port number within FlashWriter to test the other port.
 
4)  The following message should occur if successful: