ProSoft Technology 5201-MNET-ASCII - Manual (Page 34)

Modbus TCP/IP Protocol Configuration MNET ♦ ProLinx Gateway
Driver Manual Modbus TCP/IP Interface Module
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September 1, 2010
2.7 Ethernet Configuration
Use this procedure to configure the Ethernet settings for your module. You must
assign an IP address, subnet mask and gateway address. After you complete
this step, you can connect to the module with an Ethernet cable.
1 Determine the network settings for your module, with the help of your network
administrator if necessary. You will need the following information:
o IP address (fixed IP required) _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
o
Subnet mask _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
o
Gateway address _____ . _____ . _____ . _____
Note: The gateway address is optional, and is not required for networks that do not use a default
gateway.
2 Double-click the E THERNET C ONFIGURATION icon. This action opens the Edit
dialog box.
3 Edit the values for my_ip, netmask (subnet mask) and gateway (default
gateway).
4 When you are finished editing, click OK to save your changes and return to
the ProSoft Configuration Builder window.