Metek EX1200A SERIES, User Manual

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EX1200A Series Preparation for Use 59
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Set the EX1200A to Static IP
1) Disconnect all network connections from the PC except for the connection between the PC
and the EX1200A.
2) Apply power to the EX1200A and wait for the LAN LED to turn green.
3) Discover EX1200A using LXI Discovery Tool as described in the Web Page Operation in
Section 7 . The steps taken previously should ensure that discovery works.
4) Once connected to the embedded web interface, click on the Network Configuration link in
the command menu.
5) Select the Static checkbox in the IP Address Source field and ensure that DHCP and
AutoIP are not selected.
6) In the IP Address field, enter an appropriate IP address for the EX1200A. Use the IP address
obtained the Determine PCs Network Settings step to determine the network address. The
network address is the first three digits of the IP address (10.1.0 in the example provided).
The last digit of the IP address (the node), is a number, 0 through 255, that is not currently
assigned to any other device on the network. Ensure that a unique IP address is assigned to the
EX1200A by consulting a network administrator.
7) In the Subnet Mask field, enter the subnet mask in the Determine PCs Network Settings step.
8) In the Gateway Address field, enter the same gateway address in the Determine PCs Network
Settings step.
9) Click Submit to save all changes made to the Network Configuration page.