| FAQ: Using MicroBase Professional With USB Ports |
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Can I Use MicroBase Pro With A Computer Which Does Not Have An RS-232 Serial Port? No, in order for MicroBase Pro to communicate with your MicroVib II, you must use a computer which is equipped with an RS-232 Serial Port, designated as COMX, where "X" is the port number 1-9. If your computer is not equipped with a native (built-in) RS-232 Serial Port, you will probably be able to add a Virtual Serial Port through the use of an available USB port and the addition of a special adapter called a USB to Serial Port Adapter. Note: It is always preferable to use a native RS-232 Serial Port so if your computer is already equipped with one, this page does not apply to you.
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Where Can I Find A USB To Serial Port Adapter? There are a variety of models available in computer stores and on the Internet. Be sure to select a model which is compatible with your computer's hardware and software operating system. Prices range from $20 to $40.
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Serial Port Adapters Have Been Successfully Tested With MicroBase Pro? This unit produced excellent results when tested on WinXP/WinVista/Win7 64 bit operating systems.
These units produced excellent results when tested on WinXP/WinVista/Win7 32 bit operating systems.
These units produced good results when tested on WinXP 32 bit operating systems. DSS strongly recommends that customers needing to purchase a USB To RS-232 Adapter, select the CommFront unit since it provides excellent performance and works with virtually all Windows OS variants.
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Serial Port Adapter Failed To Work With MicroBase Pro? This unit failed to work properly when tested on WinXP/WinVista 32 bit operating systems.
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How Do I Install My USB To Serial Port Adapter? You can use the following procedure to install most USB to Serial adapters under Windows XP Home:
Note: The CommFront unit needs to have TWO drivers installed, so the above behavior will occur twice.
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How Do I Configure MicroBase Professional To Use My USB to Serial Port Adapter? Before use, you will need to configure MicroBase Professional to use the adapter:
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