2.4 ETHERNET Interface Installation and Operation
The 4116-285-2450 Block Downconverter is equipped with a 10/100 Base-T compatible Ethernet interface for
control and monitoring of its operating parameters. An HTML script interface allows the user to monitor and
control the converter using a standard web browser. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is also
supported. Contact Cross Technologies for the SNMP MIB file.
2.4.1 Methods of Connection
Directly Connected to a PC:
For control from a local PC, attach the 4116-285-2450’s Ethernet port to the Ethernet network connector on the
PC using a crossover RJ-45 cable.
LAN Connection:
For LAN connections, attach the 4116-285-2450 Ethernet port to the LAN using a normal RJ-45 cable.
Use any PC on the LAN to connect to the 4116-285-2450.
2.4.2 Ethernet Configuration
Each 4116-285-2450 must be configured with an appropriate IP address, Netmask, and Gateway assigned by
your network manager. The 4116-285-2450 is set at the factory with a static address of 192.168.123.2. The
device server in the 4116-285-2450 has a built in HTTP based configuration manager that is used to configure
network settings. To access the configuration manager, open a web browser and enter the IP address of the
4116-285-2450 in the browser's address field. The window shown in Figure 2-A will appear. As delivered,
there is no password set. Choose your user name and password here or leave those fields blank and click OK to
proceed to the configuration manager web page.
Figure 2-A: Password Screen
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