Installing the VLINX ESP Software
Figure 16. The Install Shield Wizard Complete Window
Step 4: Click Finish when the Install Shield Wizard Complete dialogue appears. When finished, dialogue box will close.
Updating an Existing Installation
If an older version of the ESP Manager software is already installed, the Modify, repair or remove the program window will appear when the installation process is initiated:
Figure 17. The InstallShield Wizard Modify, Repair or Remove Screen
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Installing the VLINX ESP Software
The recommended procedure is to Remove all installed components first. Once the software has been removed, Install the new software.
Opening the ESP Manager
Step 5: If the Serial Server is not already connected to the network or to the Ethernet port on the computer, connect it. Set all the DIP switches to the OFF position. Apply power.
The Power indicator should light red, the Link light should indicate which type of Ethernet connection has been made and the Ready LED will flash indicating configuration can begin.
Step 6: Start the ESP Manager software. In Windows Desktop, click:
Start → Programs → B&B Electronics → VLINX → ESP Servers → VLINX ESP Manager.
As soon as the ESP Manager opens it will initiate Searching Server and after a few seconds the Serial Server List will display all (ESP90x) Serial Servers on the network.
Figure 18. ESP Manager Displaying all ESP90x Serial Servers
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