Lantronix DeviceLinx XPort Direct, User Manual

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3: Using DeviceInstaller
DeviceLinx™ XPort Direct/XChip Direct SoC User Guide
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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:
1. Click Start Æ Programs Æ Lantronix Æ DeviceInstaller Æ DeviceInstaller. If your
PC has more than one network adapter, a message displays. Select an adapter
and click
OK .
Note: 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
Lantronix device networking gateways on the local network.
2. Click the Assign IP icon .
3. If prompted, enter the hardware address (on the product label) and click Next .
4. Select Assign a specific IP address and click Next .
5. 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 .
6. Click the Assign button and wait several seconds until a confirmation message
displays. Click Finish .
7. 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.
8. 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.
Note: If you do not receive “Reply” messages, make sure the unit is
properly attached to the network and that 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.
9. Click the Close button to close the dialog box and return to the main window.
Accessing the XPort Direct Using DeviceInstaller
1. Click Start Æ Programs Æ Lantronix Æ DeviceInstaller Æ DeviceInstaller.
2. Click the XPort Direct folder. The list of available Lantronix XPort Direct units
displays.
3. Expand the list of XPort Directs by clicking the + symbol next to the XPort Direct
icon. Select the XPort Direct unit by clicking on its IP address to view its
configuration.
Viewing the Current Configuration
DeviceInstaller provides a view of the unit's configuration.
To view the unit's current settings: