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How do I change the COM label of my Brainboxes card?

When the serial device is first installed, brainboxes' driver uses automated COM Port number assignment. The operating system has a COM number database, when driver is installed Windows OS will give the serial device the lowest free COM port number.

How do I choose a Serial Card for my PC?

PC cards are still a great way to add Serial connectivity to your desktop or server and Brainboxes do a large number of Serial cards which can slot in to the back of your PC. They offer a dependable direct connection between your computer and any device that uses one of the Serial standards. Because Serial has been around for decades and so many different types of device use it you will find lots of options available, from the shape of the connectors to the type of interface.

How do I create a loop back connector?

A loop back connector can be used to echo RS232 data transmitted by a serial port back into its own RS232 receiver. In this way, the function of the serial port can be tested.

How do I install my PCMCIA card?

The Brainboxes PCMCIA cards are supported in Windows 98, 2000 & XP, with limited support in NT. The cards are not supported in DOS. Please follow these steps:

I cannot get a UC card to work but my CC card is fine

The new range of serial cards available from Brainboxes have the prefix UC, which stands for Universal Card. These cards are able to work in both a 5v and 3.3v PCI slot and are backward compatible with the CC range of PCI cards that Brainboxes have manufactured for many years.

I do not have a Card Properties page in Device Manager

Device Manager is accessed by opening the Control Panel, System, Hardware and then the Device Manager button. Depending on your operating system version and what product you have, there will typically be an entry for your serial card under Multifunction Adapters or Multi-port Serial Adapters. Any settings that are selectable for the card i.e. Duplex Mode, can be changed by double clicking on the card's entry and then selecting the Card Properties tab.

Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory approvals, certifications, and compliance information for Brainboxes products including CE, RoHS, and WEEE.

UC Installation Overview

Overview of installation instructions for Brainboxes Serial Solutions UC, CC, PM and PX serial cards on Windows

UC Introduction

Introduction to Brainboxes Serial Solutions range including UC PCI, PM PCMCIA, CC PCI, and PX-275/279 PCIe serial communication cards

UC Product Configuration

Configure Brainboxes Serial Solutions COM ports including port settings, COM labels, and RS-422/485 settings on Windows

UC RS-422/485 Operation

Comprehensive guide to RS-422 and RS-485 serial communication operation, wiring diagrams, and configuration for Brainboxes Serial Solutions cards

UC Serial Solutions

Starting point for UC range PCI and PCMCIA serial card documentation including datasheets and quick start guides.

UC Serial Solutions Software

Overview of Brainboxes Serial Solutions driver software for UC, CC, PM and PX-279 serial communication cards on Windows

UC Supported Operating Systems

List of supported Windows operating systems for Brainboxes UC, CC, PM and PX-275/279 serial cards with Serial Solutions drivers

UC Technical Specifications

Technical specifications for Brainboxes Serial Solutions cards including supported serial settings, device pinouts, and environmental guidelines

UC Troubleshooting and Testing

Troubleshooting guide and testing procedures for Brainboxes Serial Solutions cards including loopback tests and baud rate testing

UC Uninstallation

How to uninstall Brainboxes Serial Solutions drivers and remove UC, CC, PM and UP cards from Windows