Re: [iPAQ] Serial/Terminal

Tytanic11@aol.com wrote:

> I have gathered from the site that you need to have a serial connection
> between your ipaq and your desktop to install Linux (Familiar). Where could I
> buy an adapter for this purpose (my ipaq came with a USB cradle) ? Are there
> any distributions that can be installed via USB? I also need to find a
> terminal emulator. Can anyone give me any recommendations on this ?
> (preferably a free or low priced one)

the adapter delivered with the power supplies can be opened (screws).
6 - dcd
7 - rxd
8 - txd
9 - dtr
10 - gnd
11 - dsr
12 - rts
13 - cts
14 - ring

rx, tx and gnd is enough if you don't need modem/hardware flow control.

hari

>
> Thank you for all your help,
>
> T. Morgan
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