Adding a new device in portvision dx – Comtrol ES8510-XTE User Manual
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Using PortVision DX
In the next polling cycle, PortVision DX updates the Device List pane and displays the new firmware version.
Adding a New Device in PortVision DX
You can add a new ES8510-XTE manually, if you do not want to scan the network to locate it or you want to
pre-configure an ES8510-XTE 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 ES8510-XTE 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.