Configuring the MES1A/B
Auto-IP
If a DHCP server is NOT available on the network, the MES1A/B will revert to
Static IP Address
The IP address of the MES1A/B can be changed via the Telnet Configuration Menu interface.
To determine an appropriate static IP address, consult your network administrator. The Device Installer Help feature also provides some useful information related to IP addressing.
17.At the Select Command or parameter set (1..4) to change: prompt, type 1.
18.At the IP Address (000)prompt
o To keep the current setting, press Enter
o To change the IP address, type the first octet
Press Enter to accept the change
Repeat for all octets
19.Press Enter to accept the new IP address
After the new settings have been accepted they will appear in the Configuration Menu. After the Configuration has been saved to the MES1A/B, the new settings will appear in the Device Details tab.
The IP Address can also be changed from the Device Installer menu. See
Chapter 5 for details.
Default Gateway
A Default Gateway address is only required if your MES1A/B must communicate with devices on remote TCP/IP networks through a router or gateway. The default value for this parameter is
•If you DO NOT require remote communication, type N or just press
Enter at the Set Gateway IP Address (N) prompt.
•If you DO require remote communication through a router or gateway, type Y. The Gateway IP Address: (000) prompt appears. Enter the IP address of the default gateway within your local network by typing each address octet followed by pressing Enter.
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