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Overview

NPort 5200A series of device servers are compact, palm-sized data

communication devices that allow you to control RS-232 (NPort 5210A),

RS-422/485 (NPort 5230A), and RS-232/422/485 (NPort 5250A) serial

devices over a TCP/IP-based Ethernet.

NOTE

“-T” indicates an extended temperature model.

Package Checklist

Before installing the NPort 5200A device server, verify that the package

contains the following items:

• 1 NPort 5200A serial device server

• 4 stick-on pads

• Quick Installation Guide

• Product Warranty Statement

Optional Accessory

• DK-35A: DIN-Rail Mounting Kit (35 mm)

Notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or

damaged.

Hardware Introduction

As shown in the following figures, the NPort 5200A series device servers

have two male DB9 ports for transmitting RS-232 (NPort 5210A), or

RS-232/422/485 (NPort 5250A) serial data and have two 5-pin terminal

block ports for transmitting RS-422/485 (NPort 5230A).

Reset Button—Press and hold the Reset button for 5 seconds to load

factory defaults: Use a pointed object, such as a straightened paper clip