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8.3
Ethernet Setup
The
Ethernet Setup
menu allows the user to issue a software reboot command to the internal
microcontroller and to adjust all Ethernet settings as shown in Figure 8.3-1. The software
reboot/reset command should not be necessary unless, as a last resort, the user believes the
module cannot recover to normal operation. It should be noted that Figure 8.3-1 shows the
factory default setup configuration for the Ethernet port. Also, if the recessed button on the
bottom side of the module is pressed, the Ethernet mode and IP address will be reset to this
default configuration.
Figure 8.3-1 - Ethernet Setup Controls with Factory Default IP Address
The Ethernet Mode can be set to Static or Dynamic (DHCP) depending on how the user wants to
configure the module for Ethernet communication. If the user is connecting directly to a local,
standalone computer, a Static IP address should be used. Similarly, if the user wants to assign a
specific IP address, subnet mask, and gateway for connection to an Ethernet Router, the Static
configuration must be used. The Dynamic (DHCP) IP addressing mode is used when it is sufficient
to allow the Router to assign the IP address. It is important to note that after each of the items
(Ethernet Mode, IP Address, IP Subnet, IP Gateway) have been modified, the user must click Apply
Settings for the changes to take effect. Table 8.3-1 provides summary details for each of the
entries.
