4: Using DeviceInstaller
This chapter covers the steps for getting the NetDirect device server online and for viewing its
current configuration.
DeviceInstaller is a free utility program provided by Grid Connect that discovers, configures,
upgrades, and manages Grid Connect Device Servers
For instructions on using DeviceInstaller to configure the IP address and related settings or for
more advanced features, see the DeviceInstaller User Guide.
Installing DeviceInstaller
The latest version of Device Installer can be found on the product CD. Follow the instructions on
the CD.
Assigning an IP Address
The unit’s IP address must be configured before it can work correctly on a network. The unit’s IP
address is normally set to 0.0.0.0 at the factory. The hardware address is on the product label.
The unit is DHCP enabled as the default.
To assign an IP address manually:
Click Start/Programs/Lantronix/DeviceInstaller 4.3/DeviceInstaller. If your PC has more than one
network adapter, a message displays. Select an adapter and click
OK
.
If the unit already has an IP address (e.g., DHCP has assigned an IP address), click
the
Search
icon and select the unit from the list of Grid Connect device servers on
the local network.
Click the
Assign IP
icon.
If prompted, enter the hardware address (on the product label) and click
Next
.
Select
Assign a specific IP address
and click
Next
.
Enter the
IP address
. The
Subnet mask
displays automatically based on the IP address; if
desired, you may change it. On a local network, you can leave the
Default gateway
blank (all
zeros). Click
Next
.
Click the
Assign
button and wait several seconds until a confirmation message displays. Click
Finish
.
Select the device from the main window list and select
Ping
from the
Tools
menu. The Ping
Device dialog box shows the IP address of the selected unit.
From the
Tools
menu, click the
Ping
button. The results display in the Status window. Click the
Clear Status
button to clear the window so you can ping the device again.
If you do
not receive “Reply” messages, make sure the unit is attached to the network
properly and the IP address assigned is valid for the particular network segment you
are working with. If you are not sure, check with your systems administrator.
Click the
Close
button to close the dialog box and return to the main window.
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