Hardware Installation and Configuration

Hardware Installation and Configuration

This section includes the following topics:

“Determine Installation Location” on page 27

“Connect the Power” on page 27

“Complete Initial Setup Configuration” on page 27

“Connect the X5 to the Internet” on page 28

“Register the X5 Device” on page 28

Determine Installation Location

The X5 is a compact device that does not require rack installation. Place it in a location with adequate ventilation. Do not block or cover it with any other devices or objects.

Connect the Power

The X5 includes a 5V DC power supply. Use only the supplied power supply. Do not use other power supplies with the X5 device.

STEP 1

STEP 2

Plug the power supply into the input connector on the front of the X5 device.

Plug the power supply into an AC outlet, power strip, or UPS.

CAUTION: The X5 device may take several minutes to boot up. When the Status LED is steady green, the device is powered up and ready to use.

Complete Initial Setup Configuration

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

Configure your computer’s network connection to receive an IP address by DHCP.

Use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer directly to the X5 LAN port. Your computer will receive an IP address from the X5 device.

In your PC’s internet browser, connect to the X5 default LAN address (https://192.168.1.254).

The OBE wizard opens. Take these steps:

STEP A

STEP B

STEP C

STEP D

Accept the default security level of Level 2.

Specify the SuperUser account information at the prompt:

User Name

Password

Confirm password

Accept the default settings in the rest of the Setup Wizard: Select No at the prompt.

Depending on your internet connectivity, you may need to update your WAN settings in the Virtual Interfaces setup screen.

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