Introduction
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Model 2285 Getting Started Guide
2 • Getting started
Introduction
This chapter describes how to set up and configure the Model 2285.
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“Unpacking the Model 2285”
—lists the contents of the device server’s shipping container
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“Controls and indicators”
—Explains the layout of the Model 2285 controls and LED indicators
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Accessing the Web Browser Management Interface describes how to access the console port using a serial
console or a Telnet or Web menu from remote location.
The following items are required to get started.
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One power cable (included in the package)
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One Serial data cable (included in the package)
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One Ethernet cable
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One PC with network interface card (hereafter, NIC) and/or one RS-232 serial port.
Unpacking the Model 2285
Inspect the shipping carton for external damage. Note any damage before removing the container contents.
Report equipment damage to the shipping carrier immediately for claim purposes. Save all packing materials in
case you need to return an item to the factory for servicing.
The Model 2285 comes with the following items:
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Model 2285 device server
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External 110 VAC (or 230 VAC) power supply
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Serial cable kit
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CD-ROM containing the Serial/IP, EtherBITS Device Manager, Model 2285 Quick Start Guide, and
Model 2285 Getting Started Guide
Controls and indicators
The Model 2285 has four LED indicator lamps for status display. Upper-left lamp indicates the system power-
on status. Lower-left lamp indicates the 10/100Base Ethernet Link status. Right two lamps indicate Receive
and Transmit of the serial port.