Assigning ip addresses to multiple devices – Comtrol PortVision DX User Manual

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PortVision DX User Guide

Assigning IP Addresses to Multiple Devices

Use the appropriate procedure to assign IP addresses to multiple DeviceMaster UP units.

Assign a range of IP address to multiple DeviceMaster UPs

Same IP address

on multiple DeviceMaster UPs

Assign a Range of IP Address to Multiple DeviceMasters

1.

Right-click the DeviceMaster UPs in the Device List pane, which you want to assign the
IP addresses and then click Assign IP to Multiple Devices (optionally, use the Manage
menu).

2.

Enter the starting IP address that you want assigned to the DeviceMaster UPs.

3.

Optionally, enter the Subnet Mask and Default Gateway values that you want to assign to
the units. These fields are left blank if you do not enter values.

4.

Click Proceed.

5.

After programming the network information, you need to verify that you have the

latest

version of firmware

for your protocol loaded before performing any other configuration

procedures.

You can use the Web Interface tab to configure protocol settings or you can use the

Webpage

feature. Optionally, you can modify protocol settings using the

Software Settings

tab if you are

familiar with the parameters.

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Network Configuration

- DeviceMaster UP

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