Brainboxes Technical Documentation
Access comprehensive technical documentation, manuals, and support for Brainboxes industrial connectivity hardware. Find quick start guides, configuration how-tos, protocol references, and API documentation for our edge controllers, Ethernet switches, serial device servers, and remote I/O modules.
Get Started
Discover quick start guides and initial setup tutorials designed to get your specific Brainboxes product range connected and communicating on your network quickly.
| Product Range | Description |
|---|---|
| BB Industrial Edge Controllers | IoT edge controllers including the BB-400 NeuronEdge. |
| ED Remote Ethernet I/O | Remote digital and analogue I/O modules for industrial automation. |
| ES Serial Device Servers | Ethernet to RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 serial converters. |
| SW Industrial Ethernet Switches | Unmanaged 10/100, Gigabit, PoE+, and SFP+ switches. View the quick start guide. |
| PE Embedded Switches | Pure embedded Ethernet switch modules for custom integrations. |
| PX PCI Express Cards | PCI Express (PCIe) RS-232 and RS-422/485 serial communication cards. |
| US USB to Serial Adapters | USB to RS-232 and RS-422/485 serial converter adapters. |
Hardware Accessories — Power supplies, DIN rail mounting kits, and cable packs.
Legacy Product Archive — Documentation for out-of-production ranges (BL, UC, VX) that remain fully supported.
How-to Guides
Practical, step-by-step instructions for completing specific networking, software, and hardware tasks.
- Installation Guides — Safely install physical devices, Windows/Linux drivers, and companion software.
- Device Configuration — Configure IP network settings, serial port parameters, and industrial protocols.
- Troubleshooting Solutions — Identify and resolve common connectivity and communication issues.
- Software Drivers — Locate and install the correct drivers for Windows, Linux, and macOS environments.
- Firmware Updates — Safely update device firmware and flash controller images.
- Mechanical Mounting — Instructions for DIN rail mounting, wall mounting, and enclosure installation.
Technical Reference
Detailed technical specifications, wiring pinouts, command protocols, and developer API documentation.
- Command Protocols — ASCII TCP command syntax and Modbus TCP/RTU register references.
- Wiring & Pinouts — DB9, DB25, and removable terminal block connector pin assignments.
- Hardware Specifications — Performance data, operating temperatures, MTBF, and supported baud rates.
- CAD Models & Dimensions — Downloadable 3D STEP files and precise mechanical mounting dimensions.
- Developer Software & APIs — .NET API reference, software driver compatibility matrices, and release notes.
- Product Range Manuals — Comprehensive, range-specific hardware features and setting deep-dives.
Technology Explanation
Deepen your background knowledge on the foundational technologies, electronics, and networking standards behind Brainboxes products.
- Serial Communications Explained — Understand RS-232, RS-422, RS-485, UARTs, and data flow control.
- Industrial Networking — Learn about IP addresses, subnet masking, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and switch topography.
- Industrial I/O Systems — The difference between NPN/PNP, digital inputs/outputs, and galvanic isolation.
- Communication Protocols — How Modbus, REST APIs, WebSockets, and ASCII TCP function in industrial environments.