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Contents About This Guide ......................................................................................9 Purpose .................................................................................................9 Audience................................................................................................9 Scope ....................................................................................................9 Other Documents in the Library...............................................
RealPort Port Profile ................................................................................ 30 Console Management Port Profile........................................................... 31 TCP Sockets Port Profile ......................................................................... 32 UDP Sockets Port Profile ........................................................................ 33 Serial Bridging Port Profile ......................................................................
When to Use ............................................................................................ 59 Configuration Options .............................................................................. 59 Setup Information .................................................................................... 59 DF1 Profile: Serial-Connected Slave................................................... 60 When to Use ...........................................................................................
RealPort: Determining whether to Install RealPort .............................. 71 Chapter 5 Configure Wireless Devices .............................................. 73 Configuration Considerations ..............................................................73 Initial Configuration Using Ethernet ......................................................... 74 Chapter 6 Configure MEI Settings...................................................... 77 About MEI Settings........................................
Message Support .................................................................................. 100 Supported Traps .................................................................................... 100 Configuration Procedure: Web Interface ........................................... 100 Chapter 11 Configuration Management............................................. 101 Upgrade Firmware............................................................................. 101 TFTP Upgrade Procedure ..........
Antennae (Wireless only) ...................................................................... 121 Maximum Permissible Exposure (Wireless only)................................... 121 Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................
Purpose About This Guide Purpose This user guide provides the following: • Configuration and administration procedures • Configuration examples Audience This guide is intended for the person responsible for configuring and administering the Digi device. It assumes that this person has experience configuring network devices and is familiar with networking concepts. Scope This guide provides step-by-step instructions for configuring and administering your Digi device’s main features.
Digi Contact Information Digi Contact Information To contact Digi International for more information about your Digi products, or for customer service and technical support, use the following contact information: To Contact Digi International by: 10 Use: Mail Digi International 11001 Bren Road East Minnetonka, MN 55343 U.S.A. World Wide Web: http://www.digi.com/support/ email http://www.digi.com/support/ Telephone (U.S.
Options for Configuring the IP Address and Mask Configure the IP Address Chapter 2 The next step in configuring your Digi product is to configure an IP address and access the device for more advanced configurations. You must set the initial IP before you can use the web interface. Once the IP is set, the device can be accessed through the web interface and any changes made including changing the IP address.
Configure an IP Address using DHCP and RARP 4. Ping the Digi device using the IP address just assigned. For example: ping 191.168.2.2 The ping will probably time out before there is a response from the Digi device. 5. Wait 30 seconds and then ping the Digi device again. The Digi device replies to the ping, indicating that the IP address has been configured. Configure an IP Address using DHCP and RARP About DHCP and RARP When the device server boots, it transmits a DHCP request and a RARP request.
Access the Digi Device Access the Digi Device 1. Enter the IP address in the URL bar of your browser. 2. Enter your login name (root) and password (dbps). The Home page for the Digi device appears allowing you to configure the device for your specific needs. A tutorial is available to guide you in your decisions. The Help button in the upper right corner is also available. From the web interface, you make any changes you need for your configuration.
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Devices in the Digi One and PortServer TS Family Introduction Chapter 1 Devices in the Digi One and PortServer TS Family This manual uses “the Digi One and PortServer TS Family” to refer to all devices in the family, and family names to refer to a group of devices. For example, the command summaries in this chapter and the device-support information for each command description.
Devices in the Digi One and PortServer TS Family PortServer TS MEI devices The term “PortServer TS MEI devices” refers to these device families: PortServer TS MEI Family • • • PortServer TS 1 MEI, formerly known as Digi One TS PortServer TS 2 MEI PortServer TS 4 MEI PortServer TS H MEI Hardened Family • • • PortServer TS 1 H MEI PortServer TS 2 H MEI PortServer TS 4 H MEI • PortServer TS 1 Hcc MEI • PortServer TS 2 Hcc MEI • PortServer TS 4 Hcc MEI • • • PortServer TS 1 Haz MEI PortServer TS 2
Setup Overview Setup Overview The following is an overview of the process for setting up your Digi device. The rest of this guide provides details on each step of the process. Step 1: Plan Before beginning setup, consider the following: • How to assign an IP address to the Digi device’s Ethernet interface, which can be accomplished in a number of ways. See "Configure the IP Address" on page 11. • The various ways in which your Digi device can be configured.
About Configuration Methods About Configuration Methods Use this section to learn about the different methods for configuring Digi devices. Configure the Digi Device from an Attached Terminal With this method, you cable a terminal or PC running terminal emulation software to a device server port and then use the command line to enter commands. This method allows you to configure all features. It requires, however, that you and the device server be in the same location.
Accessing the Configuration from the Web Interface Accessing the Configuration from the Web Interface To access the configuration from the web interface, follow these steps. This procedure assumes that you have configured the Digi device with an IP address already. See "Configure the IP Address" on page 11. 1. Access the Digi device from a web browser by specifying the device server’s IP address in the URL window. 2. Log on as root. The default password is dbps.
Quick Reference for Configuring Features Digi Devices supported in Feature/Task Web User Interface Path to Feature Industrial Automation (IA): • Protocol conversion between Modbus, AllenBradley, and ASCII device Digi One IAP Digi One IAP Haz • Allen-Bradley Ethernet-toSerial Bridging Digi One IAP Digi One IAP Haz • Omron Hostlink Multi-Master Digi One IAP Digi One IAP Haz • Modbus Ethernet-to-Serial Bridging Digi One IA Digi One IAP Digi One IAP Haz PortServer TS Family • Custom (user-defined) Mu
Quick Reference for Configuring Features Digi Devices supported in Feature/Task Web User Interface Path to Feature All; console menu feature available on PortServer TS Family devices only.
Quick Reference for Configuring Features Digi Devices supported in Feature/Task Web User Interface Path to Feature Security, users, and access control features: • Control user access to configuration settings All Configuration > Users > New User > determine level of user access • Control user access methods, including user access to the command line, automatic user connections to the device, or use of custom menus All Configuration > Users > user > User Settings > Access Method • Control user acces
Quick Reference for Configuring Features Digi Devices supported in Feature/Task Web User Interface Path to Feature Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) All Configuration > System > SNMP TCP Socket Communication All Configuration > Serial Ports > port > Port Profile > TCP Sockets Time-related features, including Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) client configuration PortServer TS 8/16 Family PortServer TS 8/16 MEI Family Configuration > System > Date/Time UDP Socket Communication All Con
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Assumptions Configure Network and Serial Ports Chapter 3 The next step in the device setup process is to configure the network and serial port settings, using the Web user interface for your Digi product. Assumptions To access the web interface, an IP address must be assigned to your Digi product, as described in Chapter 2, "Configure the IP Address".
Network Settings 4. Enter a host name for a group of network devices. 5. Enter the Base Socket. The base socket determines the network port (socket) on this Digi terminal server that another network device (such as another Digi terminal server or a PC) uses to communicate using the Digi device’s serial port services. These services include Telnet, raw TCP/UDP, and SSL. Most applications can leave this value unchanged.
Network Settings Advanced Network Settings WARNING!!!!! Changing the Advanced Network Settings could cause you to ‘lose’ your device on the Network. If you alter these network settings you may need to reset your device with the reset button and reconfigure your device as if it were new. See "Reset Configuration to Factory Defaults" on page 103 for instructions. The following screen shot is for informational purposes. It is recommended that you do NOT alter the Advanced Network Settings.
Configure Serial Ports Configure Serial Ports 1. Under Configuration, click Serial Ports. 2. Click the port number that you want to configure. 3. Click Change Profile and select a profile based on the device you have connected to your port. If this is the first profile assigned or if the unit has been restored to factory defaults, the interface will take you directly to the port profile page. The following section shows the settings available for each profile.
Configure Serial Ports . The available port profiles depend on supported by your Digi device. For example, if your Digi product does not support Power Management or Wireless capabilities, port profiles for those features will not be displayed. To verify whether your device supports a particular feature, see the "Quick Reference for Configuring Features" on page 19. The More link provides additional details about each profile. 4. Click Apply to save the profile.
Port Profiles Port Profiles Each port profile determines the settings needed. Following are overviews of the port profiles and screen shots showing their settings. For more details about the port profile settings, click the Help link. RealPort Port Profile Installed on a network-based PC, RealPort emulates a serial port. That is, the application “thinks” it is working with a real serial port, such as COM1.
Port Profiles Console Management Port Profile Console Management involves accessing a device's console port over a network connection. Most network devices such as routers, switches, and servers offer serial port(s) for management. Instead of connecting a terminal to the console port, cable the console port to the serial port of your Digi device. Then using Telnet features, network administrators can access these consoled serial ports from the LAN by addressing the appropriate TCP port.
Port Profiles TCP Sockets Port Profile The Digi device supports TCP socket communication. TCP socket communication enables serial devices to communicate with each other over an Ethernet network as though they were connected by a serial cable. Configuring TCP socket communications involves configuring the Digi device for the following types of connections: • Inbound connections, that is, connections that are initiated by the device on the other side of the network.
Port Profiles UDP Sockets Port Profile The Digi device is capable of UDP multicast. UDP multicast is used to send serial data over an Ethernet cable to one or many hosts at the same time. UDP does not need a protocol because it sends data without any form of acknowledgment of error or error correction. The number of devices that can receive a UDP multicast varies by product. • PortServer TS 8/16 Family: up to 16 devices can receive a UDP multicast at one time.
Port Profiles Serial Bridging Port Profile The Digi device supports serial bridging (sometimes referred to as ‘tunneling’). A serial bridge is a network connection between two serial devices, each of which uses a device server. The serial devices “think” they are communicating with each other across a serial cable using serial communication techniques. There is no need to reconfigure the server or the serial device. Neither is aware of the intervening network.
Port Profiles Using the LPD Protocol Here are some tips for configuring the print spooler on your UNIX system when you intend to print using the LPD protocol to a printer attached to device server: • The number of copies option with lpr is not supported. • Banner pages are not supported. • • The device server’s DNS name or IP address is the remote system’s name.
Port Profiles Terminal Port Profile This profile allows you to connect a terminal to the serial port. It also allows you to automatically establish TCP connections, enabling the connection to a system or a device on the network when data arrives.
Port Profiles Industrial Automation Port Profile Important: Before using use the Industrial Automation port profile, consider using the IA Wizard instead. The IA Wizard is the recommended method for configuring your device for use with Industrial Automation applications. It guides you through common IA scenarios and configures your Digi device. To launch the IA Wizard from the Web user interface, under Applications, select Industrial Automation, then click IA Wizard.
Port Profiles Configure Industrial Automation with Modbus 1. Click Serial Port > Change profile and select Industrial Automation. 2. Click Apply. 3. Under Profile settings, click Change protocol -(Master or Slave). 4. Select the serial protocol that your device expects to communicate on. The only option is User defined.
Port Profiles Chat Mode Port Profile This configuration allows multiple clients to simultaneously connect to or manage a server connected to the same serial port, similar to a chat room. In chat mode, the serial device can be a slave or a master. Enabling the device as a server (slave) allows you to establish the end of line detection, the timeouts, and the disconnect conduct. Server settings establish the data echo direction.
Port Profiles Modem Port Profiles There are 3 types of modem port profiles: • Modem Emulation • Modem • Internal Modem Modem Emulation Port Profile The Modem Emulation port profile allows you to configure the serial port to act as a modem. The Digi device emulates modem responses to a serial device and seamlessly sends and receives data over an Ethernet network instead of a PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network).
Port Profiles Modem Port Profile The Modem port profile configures the Digi device for attaching a modem to the serial port in order to establish or receive connections from other systems and modems. If the attached modem uses PPP connections, select Enable PPP Connections on this Modem and click the PPP Configuration link to set up incoming, outgoing or advanced PPP settings. See "System Configuration" on page 48 for more information about PPP settings. .
Port Profiles Internal Modem Port Profile The Internal Modem port profile is used for the serial ports that contains the embedded modem. This profile allows you to configure the modem port. This profile configures the internal modem for PPP connections.
Port Profiles Power Management Port Profile The Power Management port profile allows you to connect the serial port to a power controller, such as the Digi Remote Power Manager (Digi RPM). The Digi device will monitor the power controller to provide the status and control of power outlets.
Port Profiles Custom Port Profile The Custom port profile allows you to see all settings and set them accordingly. Use this profile only if your application does not fit into any of the predefined port profiles .
User Configuration User Configuration Although it is not required, the device server is often configured to accommodate the requirements of particular users. Typical configurable user attributes include: • Whether the user is required to supply a password. • Autoconnection attributes, such as the system to which the user should be automatically connected at login. • The interface the device presents the user, such as a menu or command line. • Whether the user has access to outbound ports.
User Configuration Add a User 1. Click Users > New User. 2. Enter the Username, password, and password confirmation, and click Next. 3. Select the profile that fits the user’s environment/needs, and click Next. 4. Select the Ports to manage or the Autoconnect function if needed and click Next. 5. Review settings and click Finish. The Advanced tab under User allows you to set Escape characters for Connect, Telnet, Rlogin, and Kill as well as an SSH Public Key. 6. Click Apply to save the settings. 7.
Security Configuration Security Configuration Security settings allow the administrator to set passwords, security levels, and authentication via RADIUS server. Enabling and Disabling Access to Network Services Some network services, such as Telnet and Rlogin, can be disabled for inbound users. This means that the users cannot access the Digi device using those services.
System Configuration Configure Security Settings 1. Click Security > and enter a new password for the root administrator. 2. Enter the confirmation password and click Apply. 3. Click Network Security. Select the security level appropriate to your environment, and click Apply. Secure Access Levels are defined as follows: • Secure: SSH is the only service available to inbound users. • High: SSH, HTTP, SNMP, and RealPort services are available to inbound users. • Normal: all services are available.
System Configuration PPP Settings Under System Configuration, users can set the PPP (Point-to-Point Protocol) options to enable or disable the dynamic IP address pool. The dynamic IP address pool is a set of reserved IP addresses unique to the network that are assigned to the incoming connections. Users set the first IP address to use and the number of sequential addresses (plus one) to be reserved for assignment. Configure Incoming PPP Connections 1. Click PPP. 2.
System Configuration Configure Outgoing PPP Connections For outgoing connections, CHAP or PAP authentication, or password configuration, use the following procedure. 1. Click Outgoing Connections. CHAP authentication can be used to restrict PPP user access to outbound ports. 2. Enter the appropriate parameters and click Apply. 3. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. For dynamic routing or proxy ARP settings, follow the procedure for configuring advanced PPP settings.
System Configuration 5. Click Apply. 6. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. Configure SNMP Settings 1. Click System > SNMP. 2. Select Enable SNMP. 3. Enter the community (public or private). 4. Select the type or types of traps you wish to enable. 5. Click Apply.
System Configuration Configure MEI Settings MEI settings apply to EIA-422/485 Half-Duplex (2 wire) ports only. See "Configure MEI Settings" on page 77 for details on MEI. 1. Select System > MEI. 2. Select the baud rate from the Maximum drop down box. 3. Select Apply to all ports, if appropriate. 4. Click Apply for configuration to take effect.
Autoconnection Autoconnection The autoconnection feature allows you to configure a user to access the device server and then be automatically connected to a host on the LAN. You can implement autoconnection in the following ways: • By port, where all port users are automatically connected to the same host. The device server is completely transparent to them. • By user, where a user is required to log on and may be required to supply a password.
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Key Terms in This Chapter Chapter 4 Configure Industrial Automation (IA) This chapter discusses using Digi products with Industrial Automation (IA) applications, including configurations that work for your for IA applications, and the configuration tasks required to use your Digi product in an IA environment.
Industrial Automation Configuration Wizard UDP sockets (or UDP socket service) Similar to TCP socket service (discussed above) except that the UDP protocol is used instead of TCP, which means that the reliability service TCP performs is not provided. Advantages of UDP socket service are slightly less protocol overhead and support for multicasting. Some applications support connections to devices using TCP socket.
Serial Bridge Profile: Master and Slave Connected to Digi Ports Serial Bridge Profile: Master and Slave Connected to Digi Ports When to Use Use this profile to connect a protocol master to the serial port of one device server and the protocol slave (or slaves) to the serial port of another device server. This profile, which is often called a serial bridge, is applicable to environments that use most IA serial port protocols and to multi-master environments as well.
Modbus Profile: Serial-Connected Slave Modbus Profile: Serial-Connected Slave When to Use Use this profile to connect a slave device (or devices) using Modbus RTU or Modbus ASCII. This profile is applicable to environments in which multiple masters will control the slave or slaves. Configuration Options The serial port connection must be configured for the protocol required by the slave, in this case Modbus RTU or Modbus ASCII. The network connection usually does not require configuration.
Modbus Profile: Serial-Connected Master Modbus Profile: Serial-Connected Master When to Use Use this profile to connect a master device using Modbus RTU or Modbus ASCII to the serial port of the device server. Configuration Options The serial port connection must be configured for the protocol required by the master, in this case Modbus RTU or Modbus ASCII.
DF1 Profile: Serial-Connected Slave DF1 Profile: Serial-Connected Slave When to Use Use this profile to connect a slave device (or devices if multiple slaves are connected) using DF1 Full-Duplex and DF1 Half-Duplex protocols. Configuration Options The serial port connection must be configured for the protocol required by the slave, in this case DF1 Full-Duplex or DF1 Half-Duplex. The network connection usually does not require configuration.
DF1 Profile: Serial-Connected Master DF1 Profile: Serial-Connected Master When to Use Use this profile to connect a master device using DF1 Full-Duplex and DF1 Half-Duplex protocols to the serial port. Configuration Options The serial port connection must be configured for the protocol required by the master, in this case DF1 Full-Duplex or DF1 Half-Duplex.
Omron Family Profile: Serial-Connected Slave Omron Family Profile: Serial-Connected Slave When to Use Use this profile to connect a slave device (or devices) using one of the Omron serial port protocols, Hostlink, FINS, or CompoWay/F. Configuration Options The serial port connection must be configured for the protocol required by the slave, Hostlink, FINS, or CompoWay/F. The network connection usually does not require configuration. The only exception is if the master requires COM port redirection.
Omron Family Profile: Serial-Connected Master Omron Family Profile: Serial-Connected Master When to Use Use this profile if you want to connect a master device to the serial port using one of the Omron serial port protocols, Hostlink, FINS, or CompoWay/F. Configuration Options The serial port connection must be configured for the protocol required by the master, in this case Hostlink, FINS, or CompoWay/F.
Other Serial Port Protocol Profile: Serial-Connected Slave Other Serial Port Protocol Profile: Serial-Connected Slave When to Use Use this profile if you want to connect a slave device to the serial port using any IA serial port protocol not previously discussed. Configuration Options In this configuration, you do not set up the port of the device server for an IA protocol. If you plan to use RealPort for COM port redirection, you simply set up the port for RealPort.
Other Serial Port Protocol Profile: Serial-Connected Master Other Serial Port Protocol Profile: Serial-Connected Master When to Use Use this profile if you want to connect a master device to the serial port using any IA serial port protocol not previously discussed. Configuration Options In this configuration, you do not set up the port of the device server for an IA protocol.
Configure a Serial-Connected Slave: Generic Procedure Configure a Serial-Connected Slave: Generic Procedure When to Use Use this procedure when a protocol slave is connected to the serial port of the device server. Use it except when the associated master requires COM port redirection. (See "Set Up COM Port Redirection" on page 69 for information.) Procedure 1. Access the web interface by entering the device server IP address in a browser’s URL window. 2. Log in to the device server as root.
Configure a Serial-Connected Master: TCP/UDP Sockets Configure a Serial-Connected Master: TCP/UDP Sockets When to Use Use this procedure in the following situations: • When a protocol master using one of the supported serial port protocols (Modbus ASCII, Modbus RTU, DF1 Full-Duplex, DF1 Half-Duplex, FINS, Hostlink, CompoWay/F or a protocol that meets Digi’s definition of a “user-defined” protocol) is connected to the serial port. • When the master requires TCP or UDP sockets for network communication.
Configure a Serial-Connected Master: Other IA Protocol Configure a Serial-Connected Master: Other IA Protocol When to Use Use this procedure when the device connected to the serial port is a master that is using a “non-supported” serial-port protocol, that is, the serial port protocol is not Modbus ASCII, Modbus RTU, DF1 Half-Duplex, DF1 Full-Duplex, FINS, Hostlink, CompoWay/F, or a protocol that meets the definition of a “user-defined” protocol. Procedure 1.
Set Up COM Port Redirection Set Up COM Port Redirection When to Use Use these procedures when a slave is connected to the serial port of the device server and the master, which must be an application residing on a Microsoft Windows system, requires COM port redirection. Setup Tasks: An Overview To enable Com port redirection--which requires that RealPort software be running on the same PC as the master application--complete the following tasks: 1. Configure the serial port for RealPort.
Update POST Code Procedure: Configure the Serial Port for RealPort Use this topic for information on configuring the Digi device. 1. Access the Digi device configuration from a web browser by entering the device’s IP address in the browser’s URL window. 2. Log on to the Digi device as the root user as shown. The default password is dbps. 3. Do one of the following: If the slave is using a supported serial port protocol Choose Port from the main menu. Set the Device Profile to IA.
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Configuration Considerations Configure Wireless Devices Chapter 5 Use this chapter for the initial configuration of your Digi Wireless device. After the initial configuration, the device can be configured using the same methods as the other Digi TS family products. Configuration Considerations The Digi wireless devices work ONLY with the antennae provided. You can use the wizard available on the Software and Documentation CD to configure your wireless device.
Configuration Considerations Initial Configuration Using Ethernet 1. Connect serial cable, Ethernet cable, and power supply. 2. Insert the CD in the drive. The configuration wizard will automatically start. Follow the steps in the wizard (either for Microsoft Windows or Unix) to configure the device. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 74 Or: If you do not want to use the wizard, click Cancel and follow the remaining procedure steps to set up the IP address and configure the device through the web interface.
Configuration Considerations The home page appears. 9. Click Network > Wireless LAN. 10. Enter parameters, click Apply to save. . 11. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. WARNING!!!!! Changing the Advanced Network Settings could cause you to ‘lose’ your device on the Network. Digi International recommends that you do NOT alter the Advanced Network Settings. If you alter these settings, you may need to reset your device with the reset button and reconfigure your device as if it were new.
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About MEI Settings Configure MEI Settings Chapter 6 This chapter describes configuring MEI (Multiple Electrical Interface) settings through the web interface for the PortServer TS 8 MEI* and PortServer TS 16 MEI*. The internal MEI settings are switched to EIA-232 by default. *Except for the PortServer TS 8 MEI and PortServer TS 16 MEI devices, the remaining Digi TS Family have external DIP switches for MEI settings.
Four-Wire Multi-Drop Network Scenarios Set the Supported Baud Rate for Multi-drop Support The PortServer TS 8/16 MEI requires setting a baud rate range in order to perform the automatic transmitter control. This setting does not influence the performance in EIA-232 mode or for EIA-422/485 configurations where the transmitter is always on. The range supported by default is: 50 -230400 bps To change the supported baud rate range 1. Select System > MEI. 2.
Four-Wire Multi-Drop Network Scenarios Table for Pin Outs Pin Number Chapter 6 EIA-232 Signal Standard 10-Pin EIA-422/485 Signal (4/8 Wire) Optional 8 pin EIA-422/485 Signal (Alt-4-Wire) EIA-485 Signal (2-Wire Mode) 01 RI TXD- (B) 02 DSR RxD- (B) RxD- (B) 03 RTS RTS+ (A) TxD+ (A) 04 CGND CGND CGND CGND 05 /TxD TxD+ (A) 06 /RxD RxD+ (A) RxD+ (A) Data+ (A) 07 SGND SGND SGND SGND 08 CTS CTS+ 09 DTR RTS- (B) 10 DCD CTS- (B) Configure MEI Settings Data- (B) TxD- (B)
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Embedded Modem Configure Embedded Modem Chapter 7 Embedded Modem The PortServer TS 1 M MEI and PortServer TS 3 M MEI function as both terminal server and modem. The embedded modem can be used with PPP, dial-in, dial-out, or auto answer and conforms to the standard AT command interface.
Embedded Modem Configure the PortServer TS 1/3 M MEI 1. Follow the Digi Device Setup Wizard from the CD to assign an IP address to the Digi device. 2. If the wizard scenarios need additional configuration, login to the device IP from the URL. 3. Select Serial Ports > Change profile 4. Select the appropriate profile (Custom shows all options) 5. Enter the appropriate parameters and click Apply to save. 6. Click Reboot for changes to apply.
Serial Power Feature Chapter 8 Configure Power Over Serial Ports Serial Power Feature The Serial Power feature available for the PortServer TS P MEI Series allows the Digi device to power a serial device (power out) or use a serial device to power the Digi device (power in). The advantage of this feature is to eliminate an external power supply. Power out is available on all ports through Ring Indicator (RI) or Data Terminal Ready (DTR). Power in is available only through RI and only on port one (1).
Configure RI Power Configure RI Power RI Power In Ring Indicator (RI) power in accepts power into the Digi device only on port one. Power in is available using the RI pin. The Digi device requires power in the range of 9-30 VDC @ 525mA (max). Ports 2, 3, and 4 can still supply power to a serial device through the RI or DTR pins for each port. When using power in through the RI, the external power supplies (both powered Ethernet and the barrel connector power supply) are inoperative.
Configure DTR Power Configure DTR Power Power Out Data Terminal Ready (DTR) power out is the factory default on the Digi device. Total power budget for this feature is one (1) watt not to exceed 9 volts @ up to 100mA to any single port. 1. Set the port DIP switches to EIA 232 (switch 1 is up, 2, 3, and 4 are down) to enable DTR power. Open the port and set DTR high. Note Here are the pins to verify the jumper position. The default position has the jumper on the two pins furthest from the edge.
Serial Power Table Serial Power Table Use this table for summary information for a serial power setup. .
Chapter 9 Digi Remote Power Manager (Digi RPM) Digi Remote Power Manager (Digi RPM) is an intelligent power distribution unit for remote power management that can be used with PortServer TS Family products. When integrated with PortServer TS products, Digi RPM allows power management and device configuration from anywhere across the corporate LAN/WAN. It provides an easy solution for the supervisory control and management of attached electrical devices.
Configuration Scenarios Using Digi RPM Configuration Scenarios Using Digi RPM There are two typical scenarios when using Digi RPM and the power management feature with PortServer TS Family products: • A non-serial device connected to Digi RPM • A serial device managed by a PortServer TS device, but powered by Digi RPM Non-Serial Device Connected to Digi RPM The simplest scenario is a non-serial device connected to the Digi RPM; for example, an environmental sensor controller or a tape backup device.
Digi RPM Configurable from Web User Interface or Command Line Serial Device Managed by a PortServer TS, but Powered by Digi RPM The second configuration scenario involves a serial device, such as a router or server, that is managed through a port on a Digi PortServer TS device, but has its power supply mapped through the Power Management feature. The Digi RPM and power-management settings are configured and accessed through the Web user interface for the PortServer TS device.
Process for Configuring and Managing Digi RPM Process for Configuring and Managing Digi RPM From the Web user interface, configuring and managing the Digi RPM involves these steps: 1. Connect the Digi RPM to the PortServer TS device and power up. 2. Configure Digi RPM settings, including optional thresholds and alarms. 3. Configure outlets on the Digi RPM, including user access permissions to the outlets. 4. Manage power devices and power controllers.
Configure Digi RPM Settings 5. In the Profile Settings part of the page, select whether the power controller settings will be automatically detected or whether you will configure the settings yourself. • Automatically Detect Power Controller: Configuration settings for the Digi RPM are automatically detected after clicking Apply. Once the Digi RPM is detected, the settings are populated on the page. The Manually Configure Power Controller option is selected, allowing you to edit the settings as needed.
Configure Digi RPM Settings 6. Optionally, set thresholds and alarms for the Digi RPM and click Apply. Digi RPM can be configured to generate an audible alarm and an SNMP trap when either of the following types of thresholds are reached on the unit: • Current Alarms (amps): The current alarm threshold monitors the electric current on the Digi RPM. You can set up to four thresholds, depending on the number of current sensors on the Digi RPM.
Configure Outlets Configure Outlets Next, configure the PortServer TS to link serial ports to outlets on the Digi RPM. From each outlet on the Digi RPM, you can set a name for it, tie its use to a serial port, and control user access to the outlet for power management. 1. On the Port Profile page, click Controller Outlets. A list of other Digi RPM power controller’s outlets is displayed, along with a summary of each outlet’s current configuration.
Configure Outlets 3. The Power Outlet Configuration page is displayed. • In the Device Name field, enter a name for the device plugged into this power outlet. If you give the same device name to multiple devices, such as “router,” they can be managed as a single entity. For example, multiple servers that have been assigned the same Device Name can be shut down or rebooted.
Manage Power Devices and Power Controllers Manage Power Devices and Power Controllers After power devices and controllers are configured, you can manage them. From the Web user interface, go to Management > Power. From the command line interface, issue the “power” command. In the Web user interface, there are two power-management actions: Manage Power Devices and Manage Power Controllers.
Manage Power Devices and Power Controllers Manage Power Controllers The Manage Power Controllers page allows you to get a quick update of the status of Digi RPM power controllers configured for use with your PortServer TS device, and to power all outlets for each Digi RPM power controller. .
Manage Power Devices and Power Controllers Display Power Controller Status In the list of power controllers, the Status field shows the brief status of the Digi RPM power controller, such as whether it is connected or disconnected. For more detailed status of the power controller, click the power controller’s name, for example, Digi RPM on Port 2.
Manage Power Devices and Power Controllers Manage All Outlets at Once From the Manage Power Controllers page, you can power all outlets for the Digi RPM by clicking Power all Outlets. Depending on what you want the outlets to do, click Turn On, Turn Off, Reboot, or cancel the operation.
About SNMP and the Digi Device Agent Configure SNMP Chapter 10 This chapter describes configuring Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), the network management protocol that governs the exchange between nodes and stations. About SNMP and the Digi Device Agent This section introduces SNMP and network management in TCP/IP networks and it describes the device server agent.
Configuration Procedure: Web Interface SNMP Traps An ‘eventing’ mechanism defined by SNMP is called a trap, which is a report or “alarm” from a managed node to an SNMP manager that a significant event has occurred. MIB Support The SNMP management agent supports the following MIBs: • Read-write for MIB II (RFC 1213), which is an Internet-standard MIB, consisting of managed objects from the systems, interfaces, IP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, transmission, and SNMP group.
Upgrade Firmware Configuration Management Chapter 11 This chapter describes configuration management activities, including firmware upgrades, backup/restore operations for device configuration files, and restoring the device configuration to defaults. Upgrade Firmware Firmware upgrades can be performed from the web interface, using TFTP. TFTP Upgrade Procedure If your hardware is connected correctly, make sure you are running the latest firmware version available.
Backup/Restore Device Configuration Settings Backup/Restore Device Configuration Settings You can backup a device's current configuration settings and use them to restore the device’s configuration settings or configure another device. The device configuration settings can be saved to a file on your PC or to TFTP server.
Reset Configuration to Factory Defaults Reset Configuration to Factory Defaults Caution: Resetting your Digi device configuration to factory defaults causes it lose all configuration changes, including IP address settings. If you have a complex configuration, contact Digi about saving your configuration before resetting the configuration to factory defaults. See Chapter 13, "Reference and Certifications" for information. 1. Locate the reset button on your Digi device.
Reset Configuration to Factory Defaults PortServer TS 8/16 Products Reset button PortServer TS 1/2/4 Products Reset button 104 Chapter 11 Configuration Management
What is Latency? L a t e n c y Tu n i n g Chapter 12 This chapter discusses latency and a recommended process for defining and addressing latency issues in your network and application. What is Latency? Latency is the amount of time it takes a packet to travel from source to destination. Together, latency and bandwidth define the speed and capacity of a network.
Recommended Process for Latency Tuning Step 1: Determine the characteristics of your application The first step in addressing latency is to consider the characteristics of your application in terms of traffic pattern and amount of traffic generated.
Recommended Process for Latency Tuning Step 4: Optimize the network and transport layers Depending on the results produced in steps 1, 2, and 3, optimize the network and transport layers. Optimizing the network and transport layers, may include, but is not limited to, these recommendations: • Isolate any unnecessary TCP/IP traffic from the network. • Choose smaller packets to reduce transit times through intermediate networking devices, as most of these devices are store-and-forward.
Recommended Process for Latency Tuning Command set tcpip set config Option Description garp=30-3600 The frequency of Gratuitous ARP (GARP) announcements. A Gratuitous ARP is a broadcast announcement to the network of a device’s MAC address and the IP address being used for it. This allows the network to update its ARP cache tables without performing an ARP request on the network.
Interpreting the LEDs Reference and Certifications Chapter 13 Interpreting the LEDs LEDs for PortServer TS 1/2/4-Port and Digi One Family Products LED Power LEDs Color Power (labeled PWR) Green Digi One SP PWR LED is red Ethernet LEDs Radio Signal Strength (labeled Signal for Wireless labeled CD/ACT for Embedded Modem) Yellow Link (labeled Link) Green ACT (labeled ACT) Yellow Note: State Indicates On Power detected Steady blinking Waiting for an IP address or seeking an IP address from a
Interpreting the LEDs LEDs for PortServer TS 8/16 Products LED Power Link 10/100 ACT COL Color State Green Green Green Green Amber Indicates On Power detected. Blinking Indicates that there is data stored in the error log for the PortServer TS device. To view and clear the error log, go to the command-line interface for the PortServer TS device. To view the error log, enter display error. To clear the error log, enter display error clear. On Physical Network detected.
Interpreting the LEDs RJ-45 Pinouts Pin Number EIA-232 Signal Standard 10Pin EIA-422 Signal (4/8 Wire) Optional 8 pin EIA-422 Signal EIA-485 Signal (Alt-4Wire) (2-Wire Mode) PortServer TS 8/16 MEI only 01 RI TXD- (B) 02 DSR RxD- (B) RxD- (B) 03 RTS RTS+ (A) TxD+ (A) 04 CGND CGND CGND CGND 05 /TxD TxD+ (A) 06 /RxD RxD+ (A) RxD+ (A) Data+ (A) 07 SGND SGND SGND SGND 08 CTS CTS+ 09 DTR RTS- (B) 10 DCD CTS- (B) Chapter 13 Reference and Certifications Data- (B) TxD- (B
Safety Statements Safety Statements PortServer TS 8/16 WARNING: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover of this module while unit is powered up. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. WARNING: Product sold outside the USA or Canada will need to provide appropriate foreign power cord set. Power Cord Requirements: • Listed, detachable, maximum 4.5m (14.7 ft) long.
Safety Statements PortServer TS 1/3 M MEI To avoid contact with electrical current: • Never install electrical wiring during an electrical storm. • Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless that jack is specifically designed for wet locations. • Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. • • • Use a screwdriver and other tools with insulated handles. You and those around you should wear safety glasses or goggles.
Safety Statements Class I Division 2, Groups A,B,C,D Hazardous Location Applicable to these products: • Digi One IA • Digi One IAP • Digi One IAP Haz • PortServer TS 1 Haz MEI • PortServer TS 2 Haz MEI • PortServer TS 4 Haz ME This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D or Non-hazardous locations only. Warning: Explosion Hazard – Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
Specifications Specifications Power Requirements Product Typical Power Consumption DC Current @ 120 Vac (mA) Max Power Consumption (watts) Recommended Power Supply Input Rating (watts) • • • • • PortServer TS PortServer TS MEI PortServer TS M MEI PortServer TS W MEI PortServer TS P MEI 4W (330mA @ 12 Vdc) 12W (1A @ 12Vdc) 42W (120V * 35A) External power supply provided with product purchase • PortServer TS 8 6W (500mA @ 12Vdc) 12W (1A @ 12Vdc) 42W (120V * 35A) External power supply provided w
Specifications Product • • • PortServer TS 1 H MEI PortServer TS 2 H MEI PortServer TS 4 H MEI • PortServer TS 1 Hcc MEI • PortServer TS 2 Hcc MEI • • • • PortServer TS 4 Hcc MEI PortServer TS 1 Haz MEI PortServer TS 2 Haz MEI PortServer TS 4 Haz MEI Typical Power Consumption DC Current @ 120 Vac (mA) Max Power Consumption (watts) Recommended Power Supply Input Rating (watts) Device is intended to be powered by a listed /CN ITE power supply rated 12 VDC (barrel connector), 1.0 A minimum.
Specifications PortServer TS Hcc MEI PortServer TS Haz MEI Length 13.31cm 5.24 in 12 cm 4.7 in 9.4 cm 3.7 in. 21.08 cm 8.3 in 34.04 cm 13.4 in Width 8.46 cm 3.3 in 2.3 cm 0.9 in 4.3 cm 1.72 in. 9.4 cm 3.7 in 16.76 cm 6.6 in Height 2.42 cm .952 in 10.1 cm 4 in 2.3 cm 0.93 in. 2.54 cm 1 in 3.6 cm 1.4 in 4.06 cm 1.6 in 2.42 cm .952 in Weight 189.9 g 6.1oz 64 g 2.25 oz 59.5 g 2.1 oz 1.39 kg 3.05 lbs 2.4 kg 5.3 lbs 3.2 kg 7.05 lbs 189.9g 6.
FCC Class A Statement Digi One IA DB9 and Screw Terminal Pinouts DB9 Pin EIA-232 EIA-422/485 Full-Duplex EIA-485 HalfDuplex Screw Terminal 1 DCD CTS- Not used 9 2 RxD RxD+ RxD+ 6 3 TxD TxD+ TxD+ 3 4 DTR RTS- Not used 2 5 GND GND GND 5 6 DSR RxD- RxD- 7 7 RTS RTS+ Not used 1 8 CTS CTS+ Not used 8 9 NA TxD- TxD- 4 PortServer TS 1 M MEI and PortServer TS 3 M MEI • ITU-T V.92/V.90/56K (-92 build option) • V.34/V.33.6 (-34 build option) • V.32 bis/14.
Regulatory Notices FCC P15 Subpart B, Class B FCC P15 Subpart B, Class A ICES-003, Class B ICES-003, Class A EN 55022 Class B EN 55022 Class A AS/NZS 3548 VCCI EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 EN 61000-6-2 EN 301 489-3 EN 55024 UL 60950-1/ CSA C22.2 No.60950-1 UL 60950/ CSA C22.2 No.
Certifications Certifications FCC Part 15 Class A Applicable to these products: • Digi One IA • Digi One IAP • Digi One IAP Haz • Digi One SP • PortServer TS 8 • PortServer TS 8 MEI • PortServer TS 16 MEI These devices comply with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and (2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause harmful operation.
Certifications Cables (FCC 15.27) Shielded cables must be used to remain within the Class A limitations. ICES 003 Class B Applicable to these products: • Digi One TS • Digi One TS Wireless • PortServer TS 2/4 MEI • PortServer TS 2/4 Wireless • PortServer TS 16 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Certifications Declaration of Conformity (in accordance with FCC Dockets 96-208 and 95-19) Digi International declares, that the product: Manufacturer's Name: Corporate Headquarters: Manufacturing Headquarters: Digi International 11001 Bren Road East Minnetonka MN 55343 10000 West 76th Street Eden Prairie MN 55344 Product Name 122 Model Number PortServer TS 1 50000836-13 PortServer TS 2 50000836-14 PortServer TS 4 50000836-15 PortServer TS 1 MEI 50000836-25 PortServer TS 2 MEI 50000836-26
Certifications to which this declaration relates, meets the requirements specified by the Federal Communications Commission as detailed in the following specifications: • Part 15, Subpart B, for Class B Equipment • FCC Docket 96-208 as it applies to Class B personal • Computers and Peripherals The products listed above have been tested at an External Test Laboratory certified per FCC rules and have been found to meet the FCC, Part 15, Class B, Emission Limits.
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