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Tech Tip - USB ConnectionsUsers running Vista Operating System please read: Not all USB to Serial Converter are Vista compatible. Make sure to specify that the USB to Serial Converter is "Vista" compatible. This USB to Serial Converter will plug up to a "Vista" operating system and work without loading any drivers! Also, you can use "Virtual PC" if you are having problems running MSD Ignition software as an alternative. Today you’re hard pressed to find a laptop or notebook computer with an RS232 / DB 9 pin connector or Serial connection. Most all computer manufactures have made the move to USB connections varying from one to as many as 5 USB connectors. One would assume these connection ports would be an easy “plug and play” connection unfortunately they NOT. Some of these adapter cables “USB to 9 pin / RS232” fall short of simply making the connection or keeping the adapter cable “awake”. In some cases if the adapter cable goes to “Sleep” or “hibernates” a complete shut down and restart of the computer is necessary. Tech Tip - Recommended USB Adapter
Note: MSD has discovered the majority of USB to Serial communications problems are derived from device driver software. The device driver software is included with the USB to Serial Port Adapter by the adapter manufacturer. The device driver software must pass Microsoft Windows driver certification in order to operate the adapter correctly. IOGEAR has updated device driver software available for download on their website that is compatible with Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit versions. MSD Ignition recommends the use of the IOGEAR USB adapter over other manufacturers. |


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The adapter cable is available from “IOGEAR”