How to test a WR31 router step by step.
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2 PHYSICAL CONFIGURATION
2.1 Equipment Required
A PC running a Microsoft Windows
TM
based operating system.
1. A PC connected to the Internet running a Microsoft Windows
TM
operating system with a built
in serial comm. port. (USB to serial adaptors do not work well.)
2. A 9-way “straight through” serial cable to connect the PC directly to the WR31.
3. A “USB A to USB A” cable to connect the PC directly to the WR31. (No mistake, A to A)
4. An Ethernet switch/hub to connect the PC to the WR31 (usually your normal office Ethernet
switch/hub will be fine if there is a spare port)
5. CAT 5 cables to connect the WR31 and PC to the Ethernet switch.