Serial Null Modem Cable pin layout
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Issue
How do I use the LSD tool (Line Server Diagnostics) for changing settings on or uploading a new system image to an LS1?
Solution
To use the LSD tool (Line Server Diagnostics) for changing settings on or uploading a new system image to an LS1 you need a null modem cable.
If you need to make one yourself or want to verify its layout you can use the following information:
You'll need two female DB-9 plugs:
Connect them in the following way:
| DB9-1 | DB9-2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Receive Data | 2 | 3 | Transmit Data |
| transmit Data | 3 | 2 | Receive Data |
| Data Terminal Ready | 4 | 6+1 | Data Set ready + Carrier Detect |
| System Ground | 5 | 5 | System Ground |
| Data Set ready + Carrier Detect | 6+1 | 4 | Data Terminal Ready |
| Request to Send | 7 | 8 | Clear to Send |
| Clear to Send | 8 | 7 | Request to send |
Level of Complexity
Moderate
Applies to
| Product | Version | Build | Environment | Hardware |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kofax Communication Server -
LSD tool |
All supported versions | LS1 v1, LS1 v2 |
References
Keywords: RS232DB9 - DB9pin, connection layout