Digi X4, X8, X2 manual Quick reference for configuring features

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Quick reference for configuring features

This guide primarily focuses on configuring, monitoring, and administering Digi devices from the web interface. This table provides a quick reference for configuring features and performing device tasks, and where to find the features and settings in the web interface and this guide. Click the page number in the Page column to jump to instructions on configuring or using the feature. Some features are configurable from the command line interface only. In those cases, the commands that configure the feature are noted. The command descriptions are in the Digi Connect Family Command Reference.

Feature/task

Path to feature in the web interface

See page

 

 

 

Administration/Configuration management:

 

 

 

 

File management: uploading and

Administration > File Management

211

downloading files, such as applet

See also the Digi Connect Family Customization and Integration

 

files, and custom splash screens.

Guide for information on uploading and downloading files used

 

 

to customized a Digi device’s look-and-feel.

 

 

 

 

Python program file

Application > Python

213

management.

 

 

 

 

 

Backup/restore a configuration

Administration > Backup/Restore

213

from a TFTP server on the

 

 

network

 

 

 

 

 

Update firmware

Administration > Update Firmware

214

 

 

 

Reset configuration to factory

Administration > Factory Default Settings

215

defaults

 

 

 

 

 

System information, including

Administration > System Information

217

device identifiers and statistics

 

 

 

 

 

Reboot the Digi device

Administration > Reboot

217

 

 

 

Alarms

Configuration > Alarms

149

 

 

 

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X4, X8, X2 specifications

Digi X2 and X1 are advanced cellular IoT (Internet of Things) gateways that provide an innovative solution for industrial applications, smart cities, and remote asset management. Both devices equip users with the means to connect, monitor, and control a wide variety of assets without the limitations traditionally imposed by wired connections.

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On the software side, the Digi X2 supports Digi Remote Manager, a powerful tool that allows users to monitor, manage, and deploy devices remotely. This cloud-based management system simplifies the overall management of IoT devices by providing real-time insights, easy configuration changes, and over-the-air updates, saving both time and resources.

In contrast, the Digi X1 serves as an entry-level model that balances performance with cost-effectiveness. It supports LTE connectivity, providing a reliable connection suitable for a variety of applications. The X1 also offers seamless integration with existing networks, allowing users to leverage their current infrastructure while expanding their IoT capabilities.

Both Digi X2 and X1 are designed with ruggedness in mind, making them suitable for deployment in harsh environments. They are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and vibrations, ensuring reliability even in demanding industrial settings.

Another notable characteristic of these devices is their extensive input/output (I/O) capabilities, which enable them to interact with sensors, machines, and other types of devices. This versatility allows for a broad spectrum of applications, from monitoring temperatures in remote locations to tracking assets across geographic boundaries.

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