Preparing for Use
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Connecting to LAN
You can connect the instrument to a LAN for remote operation via a PC.
For details on the connector, see
Provided the network administrator has assigned you the appropriate rights and
adapted the Windows firewall configuration, you can use the interface, for exam-
ple:
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To transfer data between a controlling device and the test device, e.g. to run a
remote control program
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To access or control the measurement from a remote computer using the
"Remote Desktop" application (or a similar tool)
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To connect external network devices (e.g. printers)
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To transfer data from a remote computer and back, e.g. using network folders
Network environment
Before connecting the product to a local area network (LAN), consider the follow-
ing:
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Install the latest firmware to reduce security risks.
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For internet or remote access, use secured connections, if applicable.
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Ensure that the network settings comply with the security policies of your com-
pany. Contact your local system administrator or IT department before con-
necting your product to your company LAN.
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When connected to the LAN, the product may potentially be accessed from
the internet, which may be a security risk. For example, attackers might mis-
use or damage the product. For more information about IT security and how to
operate the product in a secure LAN environment, see the Rohde
&
Schwarz
white paper
1EF96: Malware Protection Windows 10
.
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NOTICE!
Risk of network failure.
Consult your network administrator before performing the following tasks:
● Connecting the instrument to the network
● Configuring the network
● Changing IP addresses
● Exchanging hardware
Errors can affect the entire network.
Connecting to LAN
