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NI 17xx Smart Camera User Manual
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Ethernet Ports
This chapter provides information about the Ethernet ports and Ethernet
LEDs on the NI Smart Camera and considerations for assigning an
IP address.
The Ethernet ports on the smart camera provide a connection between the
smart camera and the development computer or other network devices. The
smart camera provides two 10/100/1,000 Mbps Ethernet ports. Figure 7-2
shows the Ethernet ports on the smart camera.
Figure 7-1.
NI Smart Camera Ethernet Ports
Port 1 is the primary port and port 2 is the secondary port. The primary port
can be configured to acquire an IP address from a DHCP server. The
secondary port can only be configured for a static IP address.
Both Ethernet ports of the smart camera can connect to a 10, 100, or
1,000 Mbps (1 Gbps) Ethernet network at either full or half duplex. The
smart camera automatically detects the speed and duplex capabilities of its
link partner and configures for the fastest common interface. The smart
camera can also perform auto-crossover, allowing the use of straight or
crossover Ethernet cables, independent of the connection configuration.
When shielded Ethernet cables are being used, ensure that the shields on the
Ethernet cables and the POWER-I/O cable do not contact each other to
maintain full Ethernet signal integrity.
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Port 2
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