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 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:

http://www.stallion.com

FTP:

ftp://ftp.stallion.com

Last modified:

September 30, 1997.