Step 2 – determine the type of network connection, Step 2 – Measurement Computing WaveBook rev.5.3 User Manual
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System Setup & Power Options Connecting to the Ethernet
STEP 2
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Determine the type of Network Connection
To properly connect and configure a DaqBook/2000E or a WaveBook/516E, you must determine the type
of network that the device will become part of. This is because the type of network used has a direct
bearing on the IP address of the device.
Briefly, the four network types are as follows:
Dedicated Network - with a direct cable connection from the PC to the device
Dedicated Network - making use of a network hub or switch
LAN with a DHCP server
(Local Area Network with a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
LAN without a DHCP server
(Local Area Network with no Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
Brief descriptions and illustrations follow.
Dedicated Network - with a direct cable connection from the PC to the device
In this scenario a DaqBook/2000E or a WaveBook/516E is connected directly to an Ethernet jack on a host
computer.
Dedicated Network using a Direct Cable Connection
Dedicated Network - making use of a network hub or switch
In this scenario the DaqBook/2000E or WaveBook/516E connects to the Ethernet through a network hub or
switch. At least one computer is also connected to the hub.
Dedicated Network using a Hub/Switch
Some network devices such as a wireless access point may act as a DHCP server. If this is
the case, follow the instructions for the LAN with a DHCP server. For detailed information
consult the documentation that is specific to your network device.