Comtrol ES8509-XT - Manual (Page 23)

RocketLinx ES8509-XT User Guide: 2000557 Rev. C Configuring the Network Settings - 23
Using PortVision DX
5. Optionally, rename the ES8509-XT in the Device Name field for a PortVision DX friendly name. The
default name displays as Device and the last three sets of hex numbers from the MAC address.
Note: The MAC address and Device Status fields are automatically populated and you cannot change
these values.
6. Optionally, enter the serial number, which is on a label on the ES8509-XT.
7. Select DHCP IP or Static IP for the IP Mode.
• If you select DHCP IP, go to Step 8 .
• If you select Static IP:
- Enter a unique IP address as required for your site.
- Enter a valid Subnet Mask value for your network.
- Enter a valid Default Gateway value for your network.
8. Optionally, select the Network Topology type, which is an informational field.
9. Click Apply Changes to update the network information on the ES8509-XT.
Note: If you are deploying multiple ES8509-XT switches that share common values, you can save the
configuration file and load that configuration onto other ES8509-XT switches. See Using
Configuration Files on Page 29 for more information.
10. Click Close to exit the Properties window.
11. You should verify that you have the latest firmware loaded on the ES8509-XT because a newer version
typically includes feature enhancements and bug fixes. Refer to Checking the Firmware Version on Page
24 and if necessary, Uploading the Latest Firmware or Bootloader on Page 25.
12. If you have the latest firmware, you can begin feature configuration, see one of these sections:
• Configuration Using the Web User Interface on Page 35
• Configuration Using the Command Line Interface (CLI) on Page 129
• Right-click the ES8509-XT in the Device List pane and click Webpage in the popup menu.
Note: The default User Name and Password are both admin.