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Static IP Address
To configure your IP stack with a static IP address, you also need to provide the Remote Annex server’s IP
address (as a gateway) and the IP subnet mask. When configuring FastLink II’s IP Protocol Settings, enter the
same static IP address in the Static IP address field.
Dynamic IP Address
To configure your IP stack to use a dynamic IP address, you need to specify RARP (Reverse Address Resolution
Protocol), BOOTP, or DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). FastLink II will automatically provide
the negotiated IP address to the IP stack when a RARP or BOOTP request is made. When configuring FastLink
II’s IP Protocol Settings, select Dynamic IP address.
NOTE: If you use DHCP, ensure that you have a DHCP server on your network.
IP Stack Configuration
FastLink II uses ETHERNET_II for its default frame type. Do not change this frame type in the NET.CFG file
or FastLink II will not work with IP.
There are numerous interfaces available to communicate between TCP/IP stacks and the ODI driver. Some
stacks use the ODI interface directly, while others require a
“
shim
”
which converts calls from another interface,
such as a packet driver, to the ODI driver.
NOTE: Refer to your IP stack vendor’s documentation for how to load TSRs and modify your
system files. See the FastLink II IPSTACKS.HLP help file for the latest information on IP stack
configuration with FastLink II.
Adding a Connection
To add a new connection:
1
Press
[Add]
and enter a name for the new connection when prompted.
The new connection is displayed, and its settings are initialized based on the previously-selected
connection.
2
Edit any of the individual settings.
3
Press
[Save]
to make your changes permanent.