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8 | Getting Started
DeviceLink Connect
Getting Started
Prerequisites for getting started
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If using Wi-Fi for network connection:
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Wi-Fi Network Information
- Name (SSID) and Password
- Authentication Security Type
- Digital certificate (if necessary based on authentication type)
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If using Ethernet (LAN) for network connection:
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Ethernet connection and cable
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Computer or mobile device with a supported web browser application and Wi-Fi or Ethernet port.
Installing the DeviceLink Connect
Step 1: Setup Your Hardware
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Connect your DeviceLink Connect mote to the instrument being monitored via the provided serial to USB or USB to USB
cable. Plug into the RS232/485/USB port at the rear of your instrument. Plug the (other) USB end of the cable into one of
the four USB ports on the mote.
Figure 1. USB connected to DeviceLink Connect mote
Note:
You can use any of the 4x USB ports for this connection. Record which port you have used as this will be needed later
in Step 3.