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MPX 423 A • Ethernet Control

PRELIMINAR

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Configuration tab

The Configuration tab includes pages that show the current System Settings,

Passwords, and Firmware Upgrade data for the MPX 423 A.

System Settings page

The Systems Settings page (figure 5-4) consists of fields where you can view and

edit IP administration and system settings. Date and time information can be easily

updated.

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Access to the MPX 423 A settings using the Ethernet port is not password

protected. Ensure only knowledgeable and qualified personnel access the
switcher using a Web browser.

Figure 5-4 System Settings page

IP settings fields

The IP settings fields provide a location for viewing and editing settings unique

to the Ethernet interface. After editing any of the settings on this page, click the

Submit

button. Explanations for some of these fields follows.

Unit Name
This name field can be changed to any valid name, up to 24 alphanumeric

characters.

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The following characters are invalid in the matrix name:

{space} ~ @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?.

DHCP

The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is an Internet protocol for

automating the configuration of computers that use TCP/IP. DHCP can be used to

automatically assign IP addresses, deliver TCP/IP stack configuration parameters

such as the subnet mask and default router, and provide other configuration

information such as the addresses for printer, time and news servers. For specific

settings information, see your system administrator.