Solvline PB30xx+ - Manual (Page 17)

Portbase User Guide
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2. Portbase Connection
Follow these steps to connect Portbase to the device and network.
Connection Guide
1) LAN
In order to connect Portbase to network, you need to use RJ45 Ethernet port. It supports both 10Mbps and
100Mbps Ethernet connection (auto-sensing). Plug one end of a LAN cable to Portbase and the other end
to a hub, switch, or any other network device that can provide you with network access.
* If you connect portbase to PC directly, you have to use cross LAN cable.
2) Serial
In order to connect external serial device and Portbase, RJ45 serial cable is required. For pin
specifications and further information, please refer to the Chapter 3. Hardware Descriptions.
First-Time Bootup
Portbase will power on and start booting process when DC adapter (5V) is connected. Operation status
can be monitored by LED displays. For more information on LED displays, please refer to the Chapter 3.
Hardware Descriptions.
An IP address is required to access Portbase's web interface or telnet command-line configuration tool.
By factory default, Portbase is assigned a static IP address. After the initial connection, you can either
manually assign a different IP address or set Portbase to automatically get an IP address from a DHCP
server.
The factory default IP address of Portbase : 192.168.1.71(10.10.1.1)
NOTE: The IP address must be within a valid range, unique to your network, and in the same subnet as your
PC.