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P a n e l M a t e e P r o P S U s e r s G u i d e
Preparing Your ePro PS for File Transfers
You can transfer files to the PanelMate ePro PS and download software using the
following methods:
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An Ethernet connection using static IP addressing, using either
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A point-to-point connection (direct) using a shielded Cat 5 Ethernet crossover
cable
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A network connection using a local Ethernet hub/switch and a pair of shielded
Cat 5 Ethernet patch cables
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An Ethernet workgroup or domain on a plant/local network connection with a DHCP
server assigning the ePro PS’s IP address
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An external drive connected via USB, CompactFlash, or PCMCIA slot
Note:
Ethernet file transfers can be done using Windows Explorer. ePro Canvas
Professional users also have the option of transferring files using the
Send to File
feature.
PanelMate ePro PS factory settings are:
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TCP/IP protocol
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Computer name: EATONxxxxxx (Name is unique for each unit but will begin with
EATON)
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Workgroup name: WORKGROUP
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IP Address: DHCP
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Subnet Mask: DHCP
Other items to consider when communicating using Ethernet include
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All static IP addresses must be unique
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All computer names must be unique
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All subnet masks must match
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We recommend that all workgroup names match
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We recommend using a shielded Cat 5 cable for industrial applications
Connecting to Your ePro PS Via the Ethernet
When connecting your ePro PS through any of the following methods, the unit you are
connecting to should appear in the network neighborhood of a Microsoft operating
system. If it does not appear in the network neighborhood, use the
Find computer
or
Search computer
utility to find the desired unit. When searching, you can search by
computer name or by the unit’s IP address.
