21. Free Software for Commercial Hardware
This section covers free Linux software (e.g. drivers) for specialized hardware.
21.1 Stallion Technologies Multiport Serial Boards
- Description:
Stallion provides Linux support for its EasyIO and EasyConnection range of multiport cards. EasyIO is available with either 4 asynchronous serial ports with RJ45 connectors, or 8 asynchronous serial ports with RJ45 or DB25 connectors. EasyIO supports data rates of up to 145 Kbits/sec or 460 Kbits/sec per port (depending on the model) and full modem signaling. Drivers are available for most Intel-based operating systems, including Linux. EasyIO is available for the ISA bus.
EasyConnection is an expandable multiport solution that provides from 8 to 64 asynchronous serial ports in 8 or 16 port increments. Both RJ45 and DB25 connectors are available. Features include full surge suppression, full modem signaling, and data rates of up to 145 Kbits/sec or 460 Kbits/sec per port (depending on the panel version). Drivers are available for most Intel-based operating systems, including Linux. EasyConnection is available for the ISA, EISA and PCI bus.
- Distribution media:
Internet (FTP).
- Licensing policy:
The Linux driver is available at no charge and is copyrighted under the GNU General Public License. Source code is provided.
- OS provisions:
The most current driver supports all 2.0.x kernel versions. The drivers are updated regularly to keep pace with kernel changes.
- Documentation:
Hardware reference documentation provided with the boards. The Linux driver package contains a README file with driver installation and usage information.
- Product support:
Stallion Technologies now fully supports the Stallion board Linux drivers. Software updates are available from the Internet. Stallion also provides technical support for the hardware. Contact Stallion support for assistance.
- Available since:
October, 1994.
- Countries with distribution:
World wide distribution. Available in most countries.
- Price range:
Prices for the serial boards vary from country to country. Contact your nearest Stallion Technologies office for local availability and pricing. The driver package contains a file with contact information for all Stallion Technologies offices.
- Vendor:
Stallion Technologies Pty Ltd.
2880 Research Park Drive, Suite 160 Soquel, CA 95073 U.S.A.
- Phone:
+1 800 347 7979
- Fax:
+1 408 477 0444
- EMail:
- URL:
- FTP:
- Last modified:
September 30, 1997.
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