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Smartio C168H/PCI User’s Manual
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Introduction
Overview
SSm
maarrttiioo - The Smart Multiport Async Solutions
The term S
Sm
maarrttiioo represents smart multiport serial I/O solution. SSm
maarrttiioo
C168H/PCI is designed for 32-bit PCI bus with Plug and Play feature. It offers 8
serial ports for connecting terminals, modems, printers, data acquisition equipment
and any other serial devices to the PC and its compatible systems. Being a well-
designed and fine-tuned device driver, the Smartio board makes full use of the 32
byte Tx/Rx FIFO and on-chip H/W flow control, which makes it possible
transferring data without loss at high speed as 921.6 Kbps. They offer a reliable and
high performance solution for serial multiport communications.
Board Applications
The board applies for many applications. Here are a few:
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Internet/Intranet Connection
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Remote Access Application
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Multi-user Application
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Industrial Automation
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Office Automation
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Telecommunication
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PC-based (vending) Machine or Kiosk System