Introduction
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Models 2211 & 2232 Getting Started Guide
2 • Getting started
Introduction
This chapter describes how to set up and configure the device server.
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“Unpacking the device server”
—lists the contents of the device server’s shipping container
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“Controls, ports, and indicators”
—Explains the layout of the device server controls and LED indicators
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“Connecting the hardware”
on page 20—Describes how to connect the power, the network, and the serial
device to the EtherBITS device server.
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“Accessing the Console Port”
on page 22—Describes how to access the console port by using a serial con-
sole at a local site or telnet console at a remote site.
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“Command usage”
on page 25—Describes how to use command set of the device server to configure and
view parameter values and status.
The following items are required to get started:
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One DC power adapter (included in the package)
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One serial console cable for configuration (included in the package)
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One RS-232 serial cable for connecting the RS-232 serial device
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One Ethernet cable
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One PC with network interface card (hereafter, NIC) and/or one RS-232 serial port.
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Terminal emulation program running on the PC
Unpacking the device server
Inspect the shipping carton for external damage. Note any damage before removing the container contents.
Report equipment damage to the shipping carrier immediately for claim purposes. Save all packing materials in
case you need to return an item to the factory for servicing.
The device server comes with the following items:
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device server
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External 110 VAC (or 230 VAC) power supply
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Serial cable kit
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CD-ROM containing the Serial/IP, EtherBITS Device Manager, device server Quick Start Guide, and
device server Getting Started Guide
