Adding a new device in portvision dx – Comtrol ES8509-XT User Manual
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RocketLinx ES8509-XT User Guide: 2000557 Rev. C
Using PortVision DX
Adding a New Device in PortVision DX
You can add a new ES8509-XT manually, if you do not want to scan the network to locate it or you want to pre-
configure an ES8509-XT before connecting it to the network. Optionally, you can also add unmanaged devices
or RocketLinx switches to maintain information about devices on the network.
See the PortVision DX help system for additional information about adding unmanaged RocketLinx switches
or third party devices or switches.
Use the following procedure to add a remote ES8509-XT to PortVision DX.
1.
Access the New Device window using one of these methods:
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Click Add New > Device in the Manage menu.
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Right-click a folder or a RocketLinx switch in the Device Tree pane and click Add New > Device.
2.
Select the appropriate RocketLinx in the Device Type drop list.
3.
Select the appropriate model in the Device Model drop list.
4.
Enter a friendly device name in the Device Name list box.
5.
Optionally, enter the serial number in the Serial Number list box.