RT9 Powershelf
Rectifier Technologies
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7. Appendix A – Setting Up Network Interfaces
7.1 Programming IP addresses using DeviceInstaller software.
This is the simplest way of programming the interface operating parameters, no high level
of computer skills is required. DeviceInstaller is a software utility package developed by
Lantronix. It includes a number of handy tools making programming of various parameters
and firmware update very easy. The installation package is available for free download
from Lantronix. At the time of publication it was located at following Web address:
http://www.lantronix.com/support/utils/dst/index.html
Run DeviceInstaller.exe. You will be guided through the installation process.
7.1.1 Preparations for local address set up
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From your network administrator obtain the new IP address. Also ask for your network
class.
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Connect PC to the controller’s network interface (directly or via a network).
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Power-up the controller.
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Start DeviceInstaller program.
7.1.2 Local IP address set up procedure
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On DeviceInstaller tool bar click “IP” button. A new window “Assign IP Address” will
open.
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Enter the unit Ethernet address/MAC ID as stated on information label.
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Enter assigned new IP address.
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Select correct network class.
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Click “Set IP Address” button.
The process takes several seconds to complete and the progress is indicated below IP
address field. When completed, a dialog box will pop-up showing a success message, or
the one below
Often it is a false alarm. To verify if the unit has in fact been programmed, do following:
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On DeviceInstaller tool bar click “Search Network” button (first on the left hand side). A
new window “Search Network for Devices” will open
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In the new window check selection of the network class, then click “Start Search”
button. After search is completed, check the window for address you just tried to
program (there may be many addresses listed).
