Measurement Computing E-1608 - Manual (Page 9)

E-1608 User's Guide Installing the E-1608
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Configuring network settings
The following E-1608 network settings are software-selectable. Only one user at a time can connect to the E-
1608 to configure network options on the device. For typical local networks, the default settings are
recommended.
Address mode settings
The address mode setting determines whether the default IP parameters (IPv4 address, subnet mask, and
gateway) are assigned to the E-1608 or an auto-addressing method is used to assign these parameters.
DHCP or link-local enabled (default)
If connected to a network with a DHCP server, the service automatically assigns IP addresses to the E-1608.
If the connected network does not have a DHCP server, the address stored in the default IP address is assigned
to the E-1608.
If the E-1608 is directly connected to a Windows PC, a link-local address is assigned to the device. A link-local
address is valid only for communications between the E-1608 and the PC to which it is connected
DHCP Only
Enables configuration by a DHCP server if one is available. The E-1608 is assigned an IP address shortly after
it is powered up and attached to the network.
Link Local Only
The E-1608 is assigned a link-local IP address by the Windows PC to which it is connected. A link-local
address is valid only for communications between the E-1608 and the PC to which it is connected.
Static
The default IPv4 Address is manually configured on the E-1608.
IP address settings
The default settings of the following IP address are assigned to the E-1608 when automatic addressing is
disabled or not available (DHCP or Link Local for example)
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IPv4 address – The IP address that is stored on the device. The default IPv4 address is 192.168.0.101.
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Subnet mask – The Subnet mask that is stored on the E-1608 . The subnet mask determines the number of
bits of the IP address that is used for the host portion of the address vs. the number of bits used for the
network portion. The default subnet mask is 255.255.255.000
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Gateway – The gateway IP address that is stored on the E-1608. The gateway address of the device that
bridges subnets within a network. The default gateway is 192.168.0.1
Connection code
A number between 0 (default) and 999999999. Change this number from its default of 0 to prevent other users
from connecting to and configuring the device. The device remains visible to other users on the network, but
connection by another user is not allowed.
Setting up the E-1608 for communication across networks
In order to communicate with the E-1608 from a computer connected to a different network – such as over the
Internet – you must change the network configuration of the network router.
In the following procedure, the E-1608 is installed on the host LAN, and the computer is installed on the client
LAN.
Caution! This procedure should only be performed by a network administrator or computer professional.
Incorrect settings can significantly disrupt a network.