Remote Control
R&S
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ESRP
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User Manual 1175.7445.02 ─ 08
itself. Thus, when using a DHCP server, it is recommended that you use the per-
manent computer name, which determines the address via the DNS server
(See
"Using a DNS server to determine the IP address"
ter 11.2.5.3, "Using Computer Names"
5. Enter the "IP Address", for example
192.0.2.0
. The IP address consists of four
number blocks separated by dots. Every block contains a maximum of 3 numbers.
6. Enter the "Subnet Mask", for example
255.255.255.0
. The subnet mask consists of
four number blocks separated by dots. Every block contains a maximum of 3 num-
bers.
7. Select "Configure Network".
If you have entered an invalid IP address or subnet mask, the message "out of
range" is displayed in the status line. If the settings are correct, the configuration is
saved, and you are prompted to restart the instrument.
8. Confirm the displayed message ("Yes" button) to restart the instrument.
Using a DNS server to determine the IP address
If a DNS server is configured on the R&S
ESRP, the server can determine the current
IP address for the connection using the permanent computer name.
1. Obtain the name of your DNS domain and the IP addresses of the DNS and WINS
servers on your network.
2. Press the "Windows" key on the external keyboard or the [CTRL + ESC] key com-
bination on your keyboard to access the operating system.
3. Select "Start > Settings > Network & Internet > Ethernet > Network and Sharing
Center > Connections: Ethernet".
4. In the "Ethernet Status" dialog box, select the "Properties" button.
Controlling the R&S
ESRP Remotely