User manual

Product Description
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Before You Begin
Initial Checks
Complete the following checks before installing the module.
z Determine how the module will be assigned its Ethernet address parameters. The
default method is BOOTP.
z Verify that your Ethernet network is properly constructed.
z Verify that you are using the proper cabling scheme for your application Cabling
Schemes (see Cable Schemes, p. 57).
Determine the
Appropriate
Ethernet
Address
Parameters
Consult your system administrator to determine whether:
z you must configure new IP, gateway, and subnet mask addresses
or
z the module will obtain its Ethernet address parameters from a BOOTP server
Assigning Ethernet Address Parameters
If the administrator assigns new address parameters, you will need to configure the
module through the Unity Pro interface module configuration screen.
UNINTENTIONAL OPERATION
If you do not enter the correct address pairs into the BOOTP server, you could
communicate to the wrong device.
z Ensure that the MAC address matches the intended IP address in your BOOTP
server.
Having two or more devices with the same IP address can cause unpredictable
operation of your network.
z Ensure that your Ethernet module receives a unique IP address.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or equipment damage.
CAUTION