9410 series
Communications
If you configure communications so that you cannot communicate to and configure
your meter, you must return the meter to the factory, where your meter is reset to its
factory defaults and all logged data is lost.
NOTICE
DATA LOSS
Failure to follow these instructions may result in data loss.
Ensure you maintain sufficient access to communicate to and configure your device.
Related Topics
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Configuring network communications using ION Setup
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Supported protocols
Ethernet topologies
When wiring your meter’s Ethernet communications, it is recommended to only use
straight-line topology.
If local network loop or ring Ethernet topologies are required, you must enable RSTP
(rapid spanning tree protocol) for your meter’s Ethernet communications to function.
Self-discovery over Ethernet
Your meter supports DPWS (devices profile for web services) which allows for self-
discovery of the meter when directly connected on IPv6 local area networks.
When you connect your meter directly to your computer, your meter automatically
appears on the network. By default, the meter is named <meter type>_<last six digits
of MAC address>.
NOTE:
You do not need to configure your meter’s IP address for self-discovery over
Ethernet; an IPv6 address is automatically generated from your meter’s MAC address
and self-discovery takes place over IPv6.
Double-clicking the meter’s network icon takes you to the meter’s webpages, where
you can view data and perform basic meter configuration.
NOTE:
For self-discovery, the meter must be connected directly to the computer using
only a cable or switches, and not by a router.
For example, a meter with a MAC address of 0060784173393 appears on the network
as <meter type>_173393.
Configuring network communications using ION Setup
You can configure your device’s Ethernet settings using ION Setup.
If you are connected to your device over Ethernet, changing Ethernet configuration
parameters without another method of configuration enabled may cause loss of
communications with your device and render it inoperable. In this case a factory
reconfiguration of your device is required, which resets your device to its factory
defaults and all logged data is lost.
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