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3. Networking the Compack Controller
This chapter describes how to access the Compack controller from a computer, so that you can configure and operate the Compack -based DC power supply system.
After accessing the controller, you can read chapter “Configuring & Monitoring the Power System”, page 30 . For more detailed description of configuration options and
other advanced networking services implemented by the controller, refer to the WebPower Online Help file that you can download with the controller’s firmware.
For acronym descriptions, refer to chapter “Glossary”, page 44 .
You can access the Compack controller using a standard computer, which is either connected to an existing LAN or directly connected to the controller.
Figure 7 Controller’s access via LAN
and via a stand-alone computer
Compack Controller’s Default Networking Data
Each Compack controller is shipped with a unique Eltek Valere MAC address (Media Access Control) stored inside the controller and marked on the controller’s label.
Compack controllers have by default the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) enabled. Thus, the controller can automatically obtain necessary access data to
operate in an existing Local Area Network (LAN), based on the Ethernet communication technique and the TCP/IP protocol suite.
Note that the controller is shipped without a fixed IP address (IPv4).
Private adress is 192.168.10.20
Controller Access — Via Ethernet LAN
If you have access to a Local Area Network (LAN) — based on the Ethernet communication technique and the TCP/IP protocol suite — you can simply connect the Compack
controller to the LAN, and get Web browser access to the controller from your networked computer.
Figure 8 Controller’s access from a computer connected a LAN
In Short
Requirements

Computer correctly configured and connected to
the LAN

Standard Ethernet cable (straight through cable),
to connect the controller to the LAN

“ Eltek Valere Network Utility ” program, that you
can download with the controller’s firmware
from
www.eltekvalere.com
Contact your LAN administrator, if your computer has
difficulties accessing the network.