Controlling the R&S
FPS Remotely
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5.2
How to Configure a Network
Risk of network failure
Before connecting the instrument to the network or configuring the network,
consult your network administrator. Errors may affect the entire network.
The R&S
FPS is equipped with a network interface and can be connected to an
Ethernet LAN (local area network). Provided the appropriate rights have been
assigned by the network administrator and the Windows
7 firewall configuration is
adapted accordingly, the interface can be used, for example:
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To transfer data between a controller and the tester, e.g. in order to run a
remote control program; see the "Remote Control" chapter in the R&S
FPS
User Manual
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To access or control the measurement from a remote computer using the
"Remote Desktop" application (or a similar tool); see
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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
A precondition for operating or monitoring the R&S
FPS remotely is that it is con-
nected to a LAN network or a PC connected to the GPIB interface. This is descri-
bed here.
Windows Firewall Settings
A firewall protects an instrument by preventing unauthorized users from
gaining access to it through a network. Rohde & Schwarz highly recom-
mends the use of the firewall on your instrument. R&S instruments are ship-
ped with the Windows firewall enabled and preconfigured in such a way that
all ports and connections for remote control are enabled. For more details
on firewall configuration see the Rohde & Schwarz White Paper
and the Windows
7 help system.
How to Configure a Network
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