Hardware Configuration
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a router with Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) capability on a
private network, the router can assign an IP address to each instrument thus
creating a sub-network (subnet) that does not consume site IP addresses.
Site LAN Considerations
For applications requiring access by many users or by users at distributed
sites, a site LAN network is required. In addition to supporting multiple users,
site LANs often offer the advantage of being maintained by IT departments.
When using a site LAN, consult your IT department regarding LAN
configuration and security issues.
Instrument Configuration
Figure 2-1 shows the components and interconnections of the 34980A/34945A
configuration.
