Many things can prevent FileSync from connecting with the Serial Network cable. In some cases finding the problem is easy, while in others, more advanced steps are necessary. The root cause is that the TCP/IP protocol is blocked from making the connection, or the computer's hardware is not correctly configured
Installation and Configuration
For computers running Windows 2000 or Windows XP, see
Technical Document 696: PCsync
Serial Connection Troubleshooting in Windows 2000 or Windows XP for more information.
For computers running Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Millennium, see
Technical Document 698: PCsync
Serial Connection Troubleshooting in Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Millennium for more
information.
For computers running Windows NT, see
Technical Document 700: PCsync
Serial Connection Troubleshooting in Windows NT for more information.
Other Topics:
Technical Document 694: Error
Message: FileSync is Unable to Connect to the Site...Connection Refused
Technical Document 703: FileSync
Connects and Randomly Disconnects when Using a Serial Connection
Technical Document 704: FileSync
Does Not Enable a COM port
Product: Cables
KB: 695
Last updated: Mar 8, 2002
Keywords:
Cable: Serial, Connections: Cable, Configuration: Cable drivers, Error Messages: Connections
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