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Performing Discovery (Detection) of Devices on a Network
The RDM discovers and displays the IP addresses of MK2200s on different subnets to which the host
computer is connected, provided that the broadcast IP address is set correctly. See
Setting RDM Options on
page 4-14 for more details.
The RDM utility broadcasts a request for discovery, and each MK2200 responds with its IP address. The RDM
utility displays all responding MK2200 IP addresses on the main
RDM
screen.
The RDM can remotely initiate actions, such as playing a sound file, on the discovered device to help locate it
in a store environment.
Automated Staging/Configuring/Provisioning of Networked Devices
The RDM can load a device configuration file (mkconfig.reg) onto an MK2200 remotely. This process is
automated and does not require user intervention.
For details, see Creating a Configuration File on page 4-12 and Downloading the Configuration File to the
MK2200 Using the RDM on page 4-14 .
Remote Monitoring
Use the RDM to determine device-specific information. After performing discovery, select an MK2200 from the
discovery list box to retrieve information to view:
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Device general information
•
Operating System versions
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Storage information
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Partition information
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Application versions
•
RF Signal Strength.
See Monitoring MK2200s on a Network on page 4-16 for more information.
Remotely Initiating Select Device Functionality
Use the RDM to remotely initiate select functionality on MK2200s. After performing discovery, highlight desired
devices from the discovery list box to initiate remote functionality on these devices, such as launching AirBeam
Smart or rebooting the device.
NOTE
RDM performance and consistency when performing discovery on a network are directly
related to network reliability.