GSD Files

All about GSD files

GSD files contain information about the basic capabilities of a device. All devices are shipped with a GSD file, or a file can be downloaded from this web site or the vendor's own web site. With a GSD file, system integrators can determine basic data such as the communications options and the available diagnostics.

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