Measurement Computing DaqScan 2000 Series - Manual (Page 35)

DaqLab/2000 Series & DaqScan/2000 Series 947091 Configuring the System for Operation 6-1
Configuring the System for Operation 6
Step 1 - Install the Software ….. 6-2
Step 2 - Determine the type of Network Connection …… 6-2
Step 3 - Connect System Components …… 6-4
Step 4 - Power-up the System …… 6-5
Step 5 - Configure the Computer’s Network Settings …… 6-6
Step 6 - Configure Device Network Settings using DaqIPConfig …… 6-9
Step 7 - Configure and Test the System using the Daq Configuration …… 6-10
Connecting a DaqLab/2000 Series or DaqScan/2000 Series Device to the Ethernet
The DaqLab/2000 Series and DaqScan/2000 Series acquisition devices connect directly to an
Ethernet port on a PC or network hub via a built-in 10/100BaseT Ethernet interface. An Ethernet
patch cable CA-242 (1.5 foot) or CA-242-7 (7 foot) cable is used to make the connection.
CAUTION
Turn off power to the system devices and externally connected equipment before
connecting cables. Electric shock or damage to equipment can result even under low-
voltage conditions.
Take ESD precautions (packaging, proper handling, grounded wrist strap, etc.)
Before you get started
Verify that you have the following items.
DaqLab/2000 or DaqScan/2000 Series Device
DBK option cards, as applicable
AC Power Cord
Ethernet Patch Cable
Ethernet jack [on PC or on a hub connected to the Ethernet]
Data Acquisition CD
Monitor: SVGA, 1024 x 768 screen resolution
Windows 2000 SP4 and Windows XP users:
PC with I ntel ™ Pentium, 1 GHz or equivalent;
512 MB memory; 10 GB disk space
Windows Vista users:
PC must be Windows Vista Premium Ready
Reference Note: Adobe PDF versions
of user manuals will automatically install
onto your hard drive as a part of
product support. The default location is
in the Programs group, which can be
accessed from the Windows Desktop.
You can also access documents directly
from the data acquisition CD via the
<View PDFs> button located on the
CD’s opening screen.