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AS-i Gateway with Profinet device interface
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8.4.2
Connection via Ethernet network
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To establish a connection via a Ethernet network, the device has to be connected with a coupling
element (e.g. Ethernet switch / WiFi router).
Use one of the following options:
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Option 1: Transmit fieldbus and web interface data via different networks
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Connect configuration interface (X3) via Ethernet cable with the Ethernet switch / WiFi router (
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Set IP parameter of the configuration interface (X3) and the switch / WiFi router according to the requirements
(→
Notes on IP settings
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Connect PC / laptop with the Ethernet switch.
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User can accress the web interface and / or programming interface of the device.
OR:
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Connect PC / laptop / mobile device wireless with the WiFi router .
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User can accress the web interface and / or programming interface of the device.
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Option 2: transfer fieldbus and web interface data over the same network
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Connect the configuration interface (X3) to the PROFINET interface (X7) using an EtherNet cable.
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Activate the DHCP function of the EtherNet switch for automatic assignment of IP addresses.
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Connect the PROFINET interface (X6) to the EtherNet switch using an EtherNet cable.
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The parameter [Obtain IP address autom.] must be activated (→
Notes on IP settings
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Connect the PC/laptop to the EtherNet switch using an EtherNet cable.
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If necessary, activate the option [Optain IP address automatically] in the IP settings of the PC/laptop.
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The device and the PC/laptop/mobile device are connected over the IP network.