15. Assigning the AWS IP address
By default, AWS uses a fixed IP address of 192.168.1.2. Dynamic (DHCP) address allocation can be selected via the SSL/NET menu. The currently assigned address is also shown in the SSL/NET menu. If your AWS is connected to the computer via a network switch or router which contains a DHCP server, it should be assigned a DHCP IP address; otherwise the fixed option should be used. Once you have altered the IP mode, you need to restart your AWS for the change to take effect. A software restart option is available in the SSL/SETUP menu.
An alternative fixed IP address can be set using the console diagnostic port. This should not be necessary in most installations. You will need a PC or Mac running terminal emulator software. Connect your computers serial port to the rear of the console using a 9 way ‘D’ type extension cable. The pin out for the console’s 9 way ‘D’ type serial connector is shown below:
Pin | Description |
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1 | Carrier (Linked to 0V) |
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2 | TX |
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3 | RX |
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4 | DTR (Linked to DSR) |
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5 | 0V |
6DSR (Linked to DTR)
7RTS (Linked to CTS)
8CTS (Linked to RTS)
9RI (Linked to 0V)
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