Master Setup Process

Use this process to install and configure the SCO OpenServer device driver for AccelePort Xp adapters.

  1. Install the adapter. See the appropriate hardware installation card for more information.
  2. Install the SCO OpenServer driver. See: Installing the Driver: CD or Installing the Driver: Downloaded.

    The installation software creates devices in /dev. See: Device Names.

  3. If you plan to use PortAssist Manager, load the PortAssist Manager Communication Agent. See About PortAssist Manager and Loading the Communication Agent.
  4. If you are using 8-pin RJ-45 connectors and need modem control signals, configure the ports for ALTPIN operation. See: Using 8-Pin RJ-45 Connectors.
  5. Test the ports. See Testing a Port.
  6. If you have terminals with attached printers, the TTY devices may be configured to support transparent printing. See About Transparent Printing for a general description of the process, and Configuring Transparent Printers for descriptions of the ditty parameters. For examples, see: Configuring Transparent Printers: Examples.