Chapter1 Introduction
©NationalInstruments Corporation 1-3 GPIB-ENET/100for Mac OS
Youcan use either the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) or
as imple Ethernet configuration utility to configure the GPIB-ENET/100
without the need for anydi p switches or jumpers. Installation options
include rack mounting, DIN rail mounting, wall mounting, and stackable
stand-aloneu se.You can stack the unit with other GPIB-ENET/100 units
and additional National Instruments products including the ENET-232
Series and ENET-485Series serial controllers.
Formore information about hardware specifications, refer to Appendix C,
Specifications.
Feature Overview
With the GPIB-ENET/100, you gain all the features inherent in a
networked device:fewer cabling distance restrictions, d evice sharing,
and communication with devices throughout the Internet.
In a GPIB application, you are restricted to the distance limitations of the
GPIBspecification. However, you can overcomethese restrictions because
the GPIB-ENET/100 uses Ethernet, and can add an unlimited distance to
yourapplication simply by utilizing the dist ances availableto you by using
an etworkeddevice. Because the GPIB-ENET/100 uses standard Internet
protocols, you can exploitthe Internet to comm unicate with your GPIB
instruments throughout the world.
LED Overview
Figure 1-1 shows the six light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the
GPIB-ENET/100. The LEDs are visible from the top and front of the unit.
Figure1-1. GPIB-ENET/100 Front Panel
1 Power/ReadyLED
2 EthernetLEDs
3 GPIBPort LEDs
4PowerSwitch
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