Configuring the converter – Rockwell Automation 1203-USB Converter User Manual
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Configuring the Converter
With DriveExecutive software, version 1.01 or later, you can edit 
parameters in both the 1203-USB converter and the connected drive. With 
DPI and DSI drives, you can also edit parameters in any of their connected 
peripherals.
Important: For DriveExecutive software to operate with DSI drives
point-to-point, converter Parameter 01 - [Adapter Cfg] must 
be set to ‘0’ (Auto, the default). If this parameter needs to be 
changed, HyperTerminal software can be used to configure the 
converter (see 
Use with HyperTerminal Software on page E-1
This procedure is provided to help you use DriveExecutive software with 
the 1203-USB converter. If you are unsure how to complete a step, refer to 
the software online help (from the Help menu, choose Help Topics).
1. Obtain and note the COM port that was assigned during installation of
the 1203-USB driver by doing the following.
When Using Windows XP Operating System
a. Open the Windows Control Panel and double-click System.
b. In the System Properties window, click the Hardware tab.
c.
Click Device Manager.
When Using Windows 7 Operating System
a. Open the Windows Control Panel.
b. Click Device Manager.
2. In the Device Manager treeview, expand the Ports (COM & LPT)
group.
The assigned COM port is shown in parenthesis at the end of the 
Allen-Bradley 1203-USB entry.