RAD Data comm MBE10-1D, MBE10-8 Diagnostic Test, Alarms and Troubleshooting, Ping Terminal

Chapter 4

Troubleshooting and

Diagnostics

This chapter provides:

•A procedure for performing a ping connectivity test

•Troubleshooting solutions for possible operational and communication problems.

4.1 Diagnostic Test

Ping Terminal

To check the status of the MBE unit's connectivity, you initiate a ping test to all connected IP addresses.

To perform the ping test:

1.In the Main menu, type 5 (Diagnostic Tools).

2.Type 1 (Ping Terminal).

3.Type your terminal's IP address and press <Enter>.

The results of the Ping test appear on the screen and run continuously until you stop the test.

4. To stop the ping test, press <Enter>.

4.2 Alarms and Troubleshooting

Observe safety precautions while working on the unit, especially if the cover is removed.

Warning

Some common faults and their solutions are listed in the Table 4-1.Some faults may occur due to incorrect configuration settings with regard to MBE application and location. Link errors are sometimes caused by loose contact between connectors or lack of cable continuity.

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