Lantronix Data Center-Grade Evolution Device Server EDS32PR - Manual (Page 32)

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Property Description
Supports Dynamic IP Displays True if the EDS automatically receives an
IP address (e.g., from DHCP). Displays False if
not.
Subnet Mask Displays the subnet mask specifying the network
segment on which the EDS resides.
Gateway Displays the IP address of the router of this
network. There is no default.
Number of Ports Displays the number of ports on this EDS.
Note: These parameters are stored on the computer running DeviceInstaller.
Configuration Methods
When your EDS boots for the first time, it automatically loads its factory-default
configuration settings. For a list of the factory-default configuration settings, see
A: Factory Default Configuration .
For convenience, there are three ways to configure the EDS.
‹ Using the Web Manager interface
‹ Using the CLI through a SSH/Telnet session or an EDS8/16/32PR serial port.
‹ Using the XML interface
These unified configuration methods provide access to all features, giving you the same
level of control over the EDS8/16/32PR regardless of the configuration method you
choose.
Configuring from the Web Manager Interface
With this method, you can use a Web browser to configure the EDS using a Web-based
graphical point-and-click interface. The advantages to this method are ease of use and
location independence. With this method, you can configure the EDS from any location
that has access to a Web browser and the Internet.
Configuring via an SSH/Telnet Session or Serial Port Using the
CLI
The EDS provides a command-line interface (CLI) designed to enable the configuration
and systems management functions that can also be performed through the Web
Manager and XML interfaces. To configure the EDS using the CLI, you must either start
an SSH or Telnet session or use a terminal or a computer attached to one of the EDS
serial ports or the console port on the EDS8/16/32PR.
The difference between the SSH/Telnet and serial interfaces is the physical connection
paths to the EDS. With an SSH/Telnet session, you can configure the unit without having
to be in the same location as the EDS. The serial-interface method, however, requires a
terminal or computer to be attached to an available EDS serial port. This means the
terminal or computer must be in the same location as the EDS.
For more information, see the EDS Command Reference on the product CD or the
Lantronix web site
(www.lantronix.com ).