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Figures
Figure 2-2. Example of Serial Tunneling............................................................. 14
Figure 2-4. Sample Hardware Address............................................................... 15
Figure 3-3. RJ45 Connector – Front View …………………………………...…….18
Figure 3-7. Multi-Drop Ethernet Connections...................................................... 21
Figure 3-12. Product Label.................................................................................. 25
Figure 5-2. Network Settings............................................................................... 32
Figure 6-1. MAC Address.................................................................................... 45
Figure 9-2. Security Settings............................................................................... 65
Figure 11-1. Accessing Monitor Mode................................................................ 71
Tables
Table 3-1. RJ45 Serial Connector Pinouts.......................................................... 18
Table 8-8. Disconnect Mode Options.................................................................. 60
Table 8-9. Flush Mode Options........................................................................... 60
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Table 11-1. Monitor Mode Commands................................................................ 72
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1: Using This Guide
Purpose and Audience
This manual describes the XPress DR+, a device server that works with Industrial
Automation Protocols. It is a member of the Lantronix family of XPress DR Device
Servers.
Summary of Chapters
The remaining chapters in this guide include:
Chapter
Description
Describes the main features of the XPress DR+ and the
protocols it supports.
Describes the unit's interfaces and power requirements.
Provides instructions for physically connecting the unit.
Provides information for getting your unit up and running,
using DeviceInstaller to assign an IP address.
Details using the Web-Manager to set parameters such
as port and server properties.
(command line interface) using a Telnet connection
through the network or a terminal or terminal emulation
program through the serial port.
Details the network (server) settings
Details the serial port settings.
Details email, expert, and security settings and explains
how to reset the unit to factory default values.
Provides instructions for obtaining the latest firmware and
updating the XPress DR+.
Provides instructions for accessing and using the
command line interface for monitoring the network and
diagnosing problems.
Describes common problems and error messages and
how to contact Lantronix Technical Support.
Lists technical information about the unit.
Describes other ways to assign an IP address, for
example, though ARP and Telnet.
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Provides instructions for converting binary numbers to
hexadecimals.
Additional Documentation
The following guides are available on the product CD and the Lantronix web site
XPress DR+ Quick Start
Provides the steps for getting the XPress DR+ up
and running.
Com Port Redirector User Guide
DeviceInstaller Online Help
Provides information on using the Windows-based
utility to create a virtual com port.
Provides information on using DeviceInstaller to
locate Lantronix devices on the network and
configure IP addresses.
"Live" tutorials on the Lantronix
Web Site
Explain and demonstrate assigning an IP address
and setting up the unit and the Redirector. See
Note: The instructions for the UDS products apply
to the XPress DR+ as well.
Protocol documentation
Provides guides for the protocols, such as Modbus
Bridge and Multi-Master DF1, that you can load on
the XPress DR+.
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2: Introduction
This chapter provides basic information about the XPress DR+.
Product Description
The Lantronix XPress DR+ Industrial Device Server is a robust, feature-rich, and cost
effective way to network-enable equipment in an industrial automation environment. The
XPress DR+ provides two serial ports, two switched Ethernet ports, a wide power input
range, and expanded environmental specifications, making it an ideal solution
for connecting multiple asynchronous RS232, RS422, or RS485 serial devices to an
Ethernet network.
The internal two-port Ethernet switch allows the XPress DR+ to cascade connections
from a single network drop to another Ethernet device or from one XPress DR+ to
another and another, and so on. By leveraging a single network drop to connect multiple
devices, the XPress DR+ greatly reduces device connectivity costs, reduces cabling cost
and simplifies system changes and device moves.
By encapsulating serial data and transporting it over Ethernet, the XPress DR+ allows
virtual serial links over Ethernet and IP (TCP/IP, UDP/IP) networks. As a result, you can
extend limited distance, point-to-point, direct serial connections within the plant,
throughout the facility, or across the global enterprise.
The XPress DR+ provides an impressive list of features and functions enabling multiple
industrial automation devices to be connected, controlled, configured, managed, and
updated over a network. With two serial ports and two auto-sensing Ethernet ports, the
XPress DR+ can easily connect multiple serial devices to a network and cascade from
one XPress DR+ to another from a single network drop.
Types of supported devices:
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Programmable controllers (PLCs)
Process controllers
Motor drive controllers
Power monitoring equipment
Human-machine interfaces
Robots
Flow meters
Temperature monitoring equipment
Scales
Mixing stations
Gas detection devices
CNC Machines
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The XPress DR+ can connect devices using various methods of TCP/IP communications,
for example, through a TCP data channel, using UDP datagrams, or though a Telnet
connection. Communication can be established from the XPress DR+ to a host computer
or another device or from a host computer or device to the XPress DR+.
Figure 2-1. XPress DR+ (Front)
The XPress-DR+ supports RS-232 through RJ45 connectors. It also supports
RS-422/485 by means of screw terminals (Serial Port 2 only). It has two Ethernet Ports
10/100Base-T and –TX with Auto MDI/MDI-X by means of RJ45 connectors. You can use
either Ethernet port for daisy-chained configuration.
Industrial Automation Protocols
The XPress DR+, adapted to multiple factory environments, can unite any mixture of
equipment from industrial automation vendors into a single reliable pipeline. This new
and open infrastructure opens the way for data to flow in real time from all your plant
devices up to your IT layer.
The XPress DR+ is delivered with IAP Standard Tunneling protocol and can be loaded
with industrial communication protocols. The suite of protocols includes DF1 Multi-Master
(Rockwell Automation) and Modbus Bridge, which supports MODBUS/TCP,
MODBUS/ASCII, and MODBUS/RTU (Schneider Electric). Where the IAP Standard
Tunneling protocol is limited to exclusive, standard ASCII device-to-device connections,
the industrial protocols offer connections to other devices that require special formatting
or features simultaneously.
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2: Introduction
For information about using any of the industrial communication protocols, see the
specific protocol guides on the software CD or the Lantronix web site. Protocol firmware
files are also on the CD.
Note: Please check the Lantronix web site for newer versions that may become
available.
You can set up the unit using the serial port or remotely over Ethernet using Telnet or,
when using the Standard Tunneling firmware, a web browser. The CD that comes with
your device server includes DeviceInstaller, a Windows-based configuration software that
simplifies the process of installing protocols and configuring them for use with attached
devices. The XPress DR+ uses Flash memory for maintenance-free, non-volatile storage
that allows fast system upgrades.
Network Protocols (Serial Tunneling)
The XPress DR+ uses TCP/IP protocols for network communication. The supported
standards are ARP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, Telnet, TFTP, DHCP, AutoIP, MODBUS/TCP, and
SNMP. For transparent connections, TCP/IP (binary stream) or Telnet protocols are
used. You can perform firmware upgrades with the TFTP protocol.
The IP (Internet Protocol) protocol defines addressing, routing, and data-block handling
over the network. The TCP (transmission control protocol) assures that no data is lost or
duplicated, and that everything sent into the connection on one side arrives at the target
exactly as it was sent.
For typical datagram applications, where devices interact with others without maintaining
a point-to-point connection, UDP datagram is supported in the Standard Tunnel Protocol.
XPress DR+ comes loaded with Standard Tunnel Protocol. Standard Tunneling is a serial
communications protocol used by most Lantronix device servers. You can configure it to
Ethernet-enable most serial devices such as barcode scanners, weigh scales, operator
panels, data access devices, alphanumeric displays, and thousands of intelligent serial
devices.
Loading industrial protocols such as Modbus to an XPress DR+ changes the
configuration dialogs. See the user guides on individual protocols for protocol-specific
settings and configuration dialogs. Protocol manuals are on the software CD.
Note: This User Guide describes the setup and configuration dialogs for the
Standard Tunnel Protocol.
Application Examples
Using a method called serial tunneling, the XPress DR+ encapsulates serial data into
packets and transports them over Ethernet. Using two XPress DR+ units, connected by a
network, you can extend virtual serial connections across a facility or around the world.
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Figure 2-2. Example of Serial Tunneling
The internal two-port Ethernet switch allows the XPress DR+ to cascade connections
from a single network drop to another Ethernet device or from one XPress DR+ to
another and another, and so on.
Figure 2-3. Example of Cascading Multiple XPress DR+ Units
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Addresses and Port Numbers
Hardware Address
The hardware address is also referred to as the Ethernet address or MAC address. The
first three bytes of the Ethernet address are fixed and read 00-20-4A, identifying the unit
as a Lantronix product. The fourth, fifth, and sixth bytes are unique numbers assigned to
each unit.
Figure 2-4. Sample Hardware Address
00-20-4A-14-01-18 or 00:20:4A:14:01:18
IP Address
Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP address. This address
references the specific unit.
Port Numbers
Every TCP connection and every UDP datagram is defined by a destination IP address
and a port number. For example, a Telnet application commonly uses port number 23. A
port number is similar to an extension on a phone system.
You can associate the unit's serial channel (port) with a specific TCP/UDP port number.
Port number 9999 is reserved for access to the unit's Setup (configuration) Mode.
Configuration Methods
After installation, the XPress DR+ requires configuration for the unit to operate correctly
on a network. There are three basic methods for logging into the XPress DR+ and editing
the configurable settings.
DeviceInstaller: Configures the IP address and other network settings on the XPress
DR+ using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to a network.
Web-Manager: Through a web interface, configures the XPress DR+ settings using the
Serial and Telnet Ports: There are two approaches to accessing Setup Mode: making a
Telnet connection to the network port (9999) or connecting a terminal (or a PC running a
terminal emulation program) to the unit’s serial port.
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What's in the Box?
Verify and inspect the contents of the package using the enclosed packing slip or
the list below. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase
immediately.
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XPress DR+
XPress DR+ resource CD
Quick Start Guide
P/N: 500-103 RJ45-DB9F serial cable
Accessory DIN-rail wall mount bracket
3 terminal screw connector for power input
5 terminal screw connector for serial port
What must the user provide?
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9-30 VDC or 9-24 VAC power source
CAT 5 Ethernet cable
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Physically Connecting the Unit
Note: To comply with the FM approval of the XPress DR+, it must be installed in a tool-
secured enclosure and wiring must be installed in accordance with Division 2 wiring
practices as specified by the NEC.
This section describes the procedures for getting your unit up and running. For a short
version, see the Quick Start Guide. Detailed descriptions of the hardware components of
the XPress DR+ follow this simple installation procedure.
The following diagram shows the basic connectivity of an XPress DR+ to the network and
a serial device. The Lantronix supplied P/N: 500-103 serial cable can be used on the
RJ45 RS232 serial ports to connect the XPress DR+ to a PC or to a serial device that
has a DB9M RS232 DTE interface. If the device being connected uses a different serial
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Figure 3-1. Typical Configuration
cable and connector specifications.)
3. Supply power to your XPress DR+ using a 9-30 VDC or 9-24 VAC (2.3W maximum)
4. Supply power to the serial device.
Note: Connecting a device to an active Ethernet network can disrupt
communications on the network. Make sure the device is configured for your
application before connecting it to an active network
Front Panel Description
The following figure illustrates the screw block connector pinouts and other components
of the XPress DR+.
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Figure 3-2. Front Panel Layout
Serial Interface
The XPress-DR+ supports RS-232 via RJ45 connectors. It also supports RS-422/485 via
screw terminals (Serial Port 2 only).
Note: Serial Port 2 supports RS232, RS422, and RS485, but only one mode at a
time. This means you can use either the RJ45 connector or the terminal block,
not both.
The serial RJ45 serial connectors support RS232, up to 230400 bits per second.
Figure 3-3. RJ45 Connector – Front View
Table 3-1. RJ45 Serial Connector Pinouts
Pin Direction
Name
Function
Ready To Send
Data Terminal Ready
Transmitted Data
Signal Ground
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Output from DR+ RTS
Output from DR+ DTR
Output from DR+ TXD
Ground
GND
GND
RXD
DSR
CTS
Ground
Signal Ground
Input to DR+
Input to DR+
Input to DR+
Received Data
Data Carrier Detected
Clear To Send
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Screw Terminal Serial Connectors
Table 3-2. Serial Screw Terminal Pinout for RS422 (4-Wire)
Pin Direction Name
Function
1
2
3
4
5
Output
Output
Ground
Input
TX+
TX-
Transmit Data +
Transmit Data -
Signal Ground
Received Data +
Received Data -
GND
RX+
RX-
Input
Table 3-3. Serial Screw Terminal Pinout for RS485 (2-Wire)
Pin Direction
Name
Function
1
2
3
4
5
Bi-directional
TX+/RX+
TX-/RX-
GND
Transmit Data + and Received Data +
Transmit Data – and Received Data -
Signal Ground
Bi-directional
Ground
Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Used
Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Used
Figure 3-4. Screw Terminal Ports
Note: Termination resistors (R = 120 Ohm) are used to match impedance of a
node to the impedance of the transmission (TX) line. Termination resistors
should be placed only at the extreme ends of the data line, and no more than two
terminations should be placed in any single segment of an RS-485 network. The
terminator resistors may not be needed for your application.
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Figure 3-5. Termination Resistor for 2-Wire Connection
9-Pin RS-232 to Serial RJ45 Cable (P/N 500-103)
The included Lantronix (P/N 500-103) RJ45-DB9F serial cable assumes you are
connecting a typical PC Com port to the XPress DR+ serial port. This cable is pinned to
provide full serial line control to an RS232 DTE device. Lantronix offers a
comprehensive list of cables and adapters to simplify device connectivity to the XPress
Figure 3-6. 9-Pin RS-232 to Serial RJ45 (P/N 500-103) Pinout Table
8 CTS (In)
1 DCD (In)
6 DSR (In)
1 RTS (Out)
2 DTR (Out)
3 TXD
2 RXD (In)
5 Signal Ground
3 TXD (Out)
4 DTR (Out)
4 Signal Ground
5 Signal Ground
6 RXD
7 DSR (In )
7 RTS (Out)
DTE, 9-Pin
Female
8 CTS (In)
XPress DR+
Serial RJ45
Ethernet Interface
The XPress DR+ includes a two-port unmanaged Ethernet switch with a future option to
migrate to a managed solution.
The internal IEEE 802.3-compliant Ethernet switch is non-blocking, using a 1K MAC
address lookup table with store-and-forward architecture. The XPress DR+ supports
auto-negotiation for 10Base-T or 100Base-TX in both full and half-duplex modes, as well
as automatic MDI/MDIX crossover, allowing use of both straight-through or crossed
Ethernet cables. The unit also supports IEEE 802.1d spanning tree, which protects
against the possibility of a network loop.
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Table 3-4. Ethernet Interface Signals
Pin
Direction Name
Function
TX+
TX-
RX+
RX-
Out
Out
In
1
2
3
6
Transmit Data +
Transmit Data -
Differential Ethernet Receive Data +
Differential Ethernet Receive Data -
In
The next drawing shows a typical RJ45 connector. The color is not standard but very
typical of an Ethernet patch cable. Pin 1 is located at the top of the connector (orange +
white). The view is from the end of the connector.
Table 3-5.Typical RJ45 Connector
Multi-Drop Ethernet Connections
Although there are two Ethernet ports, the XPress DR+ only has one MAC address and
IP address. Either port can be used as the primary connection with the other used
to inter-connect other Ethernet devices or cascade from one XPress DR+ to another.
Figure 3-7. Multi-Drop Ethernet Connections
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Power Requirements
As with most industrial automation devices, the XPress DR+ does not ship with a power
supply. Its flexible power input circuit allows the product to be powered by any 9-30 VDC
or 9-24 VAC power supply that can provide the 2.3-Watt maximum required by the
XPress DR+.
In addition to the wide power input range, the XPress DR+ provides:
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2K VAC and 2.8K VDC galvanic isolation between the power input and the
Ethernet ports
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2K VAC and 2.8K VDC galvanic isolation between the power input and the serial
ports
Reset Switch
The XPress DR+ includes a hardware reset switch located in the small hole above the
power connector. Pressing the reset switch provides a hardware reboot of the XPress
DR+. The hardware reset does not reset or change the configuration of the XPress DR+.
Figure 3-8. Reset Switch
Caution: Even though a chassis ground is not required for operation, it is
mandatory for protection against transient voltages and ESD. A chassis
ground must be connected to earth.
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LEDs
Figure 3-9. LEDs
RXD Activity LED
TXD Activity LED
Ethernet Link LED
Power/Diagnostic LED
Ethernet Activity LED
Table 3-6. LED Functions
LED
Meaning
Serial port - TXD LED (Yellow)
Off = No Transmit Data from XPress DR+
Blinking = Data being transmitted from XPress DR+
Off = No Received Data by XPress DR+
Blinking = Data being received by XPress DR+
Off = No Ethernet Link established
Steady On = Ethernet Link is established
Off = No Data activity
Serial port - RXD LED (Green)
Ethernet port - 10/100 Link (Green)
Ethernet port – Activity (Yellow)
Power/Diagnostic LED (Orange)
Blinking = Data activity
Steady On = Power OK
Blinking 2x = No DHCP response
Blinking 2x = Setup Menu active--startup
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Dimensions
The following drawing shows the dimensions of the XPress DR+
Figure 3-10. Dimensions
Wall Mount Bracket
Included with the XPress DR+ is an accessory DIN-rail wall mount bracket that makes it
very easy to mount the unit in locations where a DIN-rail is not available.
Figure 3-11. Wall Mount Bracket
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Product Information Label
The product information label on the underside of the unit contains important information
about your specific unit:
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Bar code
Serial number
Product ID (name)
Product description
Hardware address (also referred to as Ethernet or MAC address)
Your unit will have one similar to the one below.
Figure 3-12. Product Label
Note: Before mounting the device on a DIN-rail, copy the information from the
label.
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4: Using DeviceInstaller
This chapter covers the steps for getting the XPress DR+ device server online and
viewing its current configuration.
Note: For the latest firmware, release notes, and user documentation, go to the Lantronix
web site (www.lantronix.com).
Installing DeviceInstaller
To install DeviceInstaller:
1. Insert the product CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically starts and
displays the main window.
2. If the CD does not launch automatically:
a) Click the Start button on the Task Bar and select Run.
b) Enter your CD drive letter, colon, backslash, Launch.exe (e.g., D:\Launch.exe).
3. Click the DeviceInstaller button. The installation wizard window displays.
4. Respond to the installation wizard prompts.
Note: For more information about DeviceInstaller, see the DeviceInstaller
online help.
Assigning an IP Address
The XPress DR+'s IP address must be configured before the unit can work correctly on a
network. You have several options for assigning an IP to your unit. We recommend that
you manually assign the IP address over the network using DeviceInstaller software,
which is on the product CD.
Note: To use a serial connection instead of an Ethernet connection to configure the
The unit’s IP address is normally set to 0.0.0.0 at the factory. The hardware address is on
the product label. The unit is DHCP-enabled as the default.
To assign an IP address manually:
1. Click StartÆPrograms Æ LantronixÆDeviceInstallerÆDeviceInstaller. If your PC
has more than one network adapter, a message displays. Select an adapter and click
OK.
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Note: If the unit already has an IP address (e.g., DHCP has assigned an IP
address), click the Search icon and select the unit from the list of Lantronix
device servers on the local network.
2. Click the Assign IP icon
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3. If prompted, enter the hardware address (on the product label) and click Next.
4. Select Assign a specific IP address and click Next.
5. Enter the IP address. The Subnet mask displays automatically based on the IP
address; if desired, you may change it. On a local network, you can leave the Default
gateway blank (all zeros). Click Next.
6. Click the Assign button and wait several seconds until a confirmation message
displays. Click Finish.
7. Select the device from the main window list and select Ping from the Tools menu.
The Ping Device dialog box shows the IP address of the selected unit.
8. Click the Ping button. The results display in the Status window. Click the Clear
Status button to clear the window so you can ping the device again.
Note: If you do not receive “Reply” messages, make sure the unit is properly
attached to the network and that the IP address assigned is valid for the
particular network segment you are working with. If you are not sure, check
with your systems administrator.
9. Click the Close button to close the dialog box and return to the main window.
Accessing the XPress DR+ Using DeviceInstaller
1. Click StartÆPrograms Æ LantronixÆDeviceInstallerÆDeviceInstaller.
2. Click the Search icon
to display all Lantronix units on the network.
3. Click the XPress DR+ folder. The list of available Lantronix XPress DR+ devices
displays.
4. Expand the list of XPress DR+ devices by clicking the + symbol next to the
XPress DR+ icon. To view the unit's current configuration, select the unit by clicking
its IP address.
Viewing the Current Configuration
DeviceInstaller provides a view of the unit's configuration.
To view the unit's current settings:
1. Follow the instructions above to locate the XPress DR+.
2. In the right pane, click the Device Details tab. The current XPress DR+ configuration
displays.
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Name
Configurable field. A name that identifies the XPress DR+.
Double-click the field, type in the value, and press Enter to
complete. This name is not visible on other PCs or laptops
using DeviceInstaller.
Group
Configurable field. A group name to categorize the XPress
DR+. Double-click the field, type in the value, and press Enter
to complete. This group name is not visible on other PCs or
laptops using DeviceInstaller.
Comments
Configurable field. Information about the XPress DR+. Double-
click the field, type in the value, and press Enter to complete.
This description or comment is not visible on other PCs or
laptops using DeviceInstaller.
Device Family
Type
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit’s device family type
as XPress.
Non-configurable field. Displays the device type as XPress
DR+.
ID
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's ID embedded within
the box.
Hardware Address
Firmware Version
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's hardware (or MAC)
address.
Non-configurable field. Displays the firmware currently
installed on the XPress DR+.
Extended Firmware
Version
Non-configurable field. Displays the full version
nomenclature of the firmware.
Online Status
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's status as online,
offline, unreachable (the XPress DR+ is on a different subnet),
or busy (the XPress DR+ is currently performing a task).
Telnet Enabled
Telnet Port
Non-configurable field. Displays True. Permits Telnet
sessions.
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's port for telnet
sessions.
Web Enabled
Web Port
Non-configurable field. Displays True. Permits configuration
through Web-Manager.
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's port for Web-
Manager configuration.
Maximum Baud Rate
Supported
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's maximum baud
rate. Note: The XPress DR+ may not currently be running at
this rate.
Firmware Upgradeable
IP Address
Non-configurable field. Displays True, indicating the unit's
firmware is upgradeable as newer versions become available.
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's current IP address.
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Number of COB
partitions supported
Non-configurable field. Displays the number of COB partitions
supported.
Supports Dynamic IP
Non-configurable field. Indicates whether the current IP
address on the XPress DR+ was set manually or assigned
automatically.
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DHCP
Non-configurable field that displays only if the unit supports
Dynamic IP. True indicates that the IP address can be
assigned automatically by DHCP.
BOOTP
RARP
Non-configurable field that displays only if the unit supports
Dynamic IP. True indicates that the IP address can be
assigned automatically by BOOTP.
Non-configurable field that displays only if the unit supports
Dynamic IP. True indicates that the IP address can be
assigned automatically by RARP.
Subnet Mask
Gateway
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's current subnet
mask. To change the subnet mask, see Assigning an IP
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's current gateway. To
Number of Ports
TCP Keepalive
Non-configurable field. Displays the number of ports on the
XPress DR+.
Non-configurable field. Displays the unit's TCP keepalive
value. The value is in the range 1-65s, and the default setting
is 45.
Supports Configurable
Pins
Non-configurable field. Displays False, indicating configurable
pins are not available on the XPress DR+.
Supports Email Triggers
Non-configurable field. Displays False.
Supports AES Data
Stream
Non-configurable field. Displays False.
Supports 485
Non-configurable field. Displays True. XPress DR+ supports
the RS-485 protocol.
Supports 920K Baudrate Non-configurable field. Displays False. XPress DR+ supports
baud rates up to a maximum of 230 Kbaud.
Supports HTTP Server
Non-configurable field. Displays True.
Supports HTTP Setup
Non-configurable field. Displays True.
Supports 230K Baud
Rate
Non-configurable field. XPress DR+ supports a baud rate of
230 Kbaud. Displays True.
Supports GPIO
Non-configurable field. Displays False.
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You must configure the unit so that it can communicate on a network with your serial
device. For example, you must set the way the unit will respond to serial and network
traffic, how it will handle serial packets, and when to start or close a connection.
The unit’s configuration is stored in nonvolatile memory and is retained without power.
You can change the configuration at any time. The unit performs a reset after you change
and store the configuration.
In this chapter, we describe how to configure the XPress DR+ using Web-Manager,
Lantronix’s browser-based configuration tool. (For information on using Setup Mode, our
command line configuration interface, see 6: Configuration Using Telnet or Serial Port
Notes:
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The examples in this section show a typical device. Your device may have
different configuration options.
‹
For the latest firmware, release notes, and user documentation, go to the
Lantronix web site (www.lantronix.com).
Accessing XPress DR+ Using DeviceInstaller
Note: Make note of the hardware (MAC) address. You will need it to locate the
XPress DR+ using DeviceInstaller. (For more information on the hardware
Follow the instructions on the product CD to install and run DeviceInstaller.
1. Click StartÆPrograms Æ LantronixÆDeviceInstallerÆDeviceInstaller. If the PC
has more than one network adapter, a message displays requesting the selection of
a network adapter. Select an adapter and click OK.
2. Click the Search icon
. The list of Lantronix device servers displays in the left
pane.
3. Click on the XPress DR+ folder. The list of available XPress DR+ units displays.
4. Expand the list of XPress DR+ units by clicking the + symbol next to the XPress DR+
icon.
5. Select the XPress DR+ unit by clicking its hardware address.
6. In the right pane, click the Web Configuration tab.
7. To view the unit's Web-Manager in the current DeviceInstaller window, click the Go
button.
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OR
To open the Web-Manager in a web browser, click the External Browser button. The
Web-Manager displays.
Note: Alternatively, to open Web-Manager, start your web browser and enter
the IP address of the XPress DR+.
Figure 5-1. Lantronix Web-Manager
The main menu is in the left pane of the Web-Manager window.
Network Configuration
The unit’s network values display when you select Network from the main menu. The
following sections describe the configurable parameters on the Network Settings page.
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Figure 5-2. Network Settings
Automatic IP Address Configuration
An IP address can be assigned automatically. You then enter related network settings.
To assign an IP address automatically:
1. On the main menu, click Network.
2. Select Obtain IP address automatically.
3. Enter the following (as necessary):
BOOTP
Select Enable to permit the Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP)
server to assign the IP address from a pool of addresses
automatically. Enable is the default setting.
DHCP
Select Enable to permit the Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP) to assign a leased IP address to the XPress
DR+ unit automatically. Enable is the default setting.
AutoIP
Select Enable to permit the XPress DR+ to generate an IP in
the 169.254.x.x address range with a Class B subnet. Enable
is the default setting.
DHCP Host Name
Enter the name of the host on the network providing the IP
address.
Note: Disabling BOOTP, DHCP, and AutoIP (all three checkboxes) is not
advised as the only available IP assignment method will then be ARP or the
serial port.
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4. When you are finished, click the OK button.
5. To save and reboot, click Apply Settings on the main menu.
Static IP Address Configuration
You manually assign an IP address to the unit and enter related network settings.
To assign an IP address manually:
1. On the main menu, click Network.
2. Select Use the following IP configuration.
3. Enter the following (as necessary):
IP Address
Enter the IP address manually in decimal-dot notation. The IP
address must be set to a unique value in the network.
Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
A subnet mask defines the number of bits taken from the IP
address that are assigned for the host part.
The gateway address, or router, allows communication to
other LAN segments. The gateway address should be the
IP address of the router connected to the same LAN segment
as the unit. The gateway address must be within the local
network.
4. When you are finished, click the OK button.
5. To save and reboot, click Apply Settings on the main menu.
Server Configuration
The unit’s server values display when you select Server from the main menu. The
following sections describe the configurable parameters on the Server Settings page.
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Figure 5-3. Server Settings
To configure the unit's device server settings:
1. On the main menu, click Server.
2. Configure or modify the following fields:
Server Configuration
Telnet Password
Enter the password required for Telnet access.
Re-enter the password required for Telnet access.
Retype Password
Advanced
ARP Cache Timeout
When the unit communicates with another device on the
network, it adds an entry into its ARP table. ARP Cache
timeout defines the number of seconds (1-600) before it
refreshes this table.
TCP Keepalive
Defines how many seconds the unit waits during an inactive
connection before checking its status. If the unit does not
receive a response, it drops that connection. Enter a value
between 0 and 65 seconds. 0 disables keepalive. The default
setting is 45.
Monitor Mode @ Bootup
HTTP Server Port
Select Disable to disable entry into the monitor mode using
the yyy or xx1 key sequence at startup. This field prevents
the unit from entering monitor mode by interpreting the stream
of characters that are received during the device server's
initialization at startup.
This option allows the configuration of the web server port
number. The valid range is 1-65535. The default setting is 80.
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MTU Size
The Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) is the largest physical
packet size a network can transmit for TCP and UDP. Enter
between 512 and 1400 bytes. The default setting is 1400
bytes.
3. When you are finished, click the OK button.
4. To save and reboot, on the main menu, click Apply Settings.
Host List Configuration
The XPress DR+ scrolls through the host list until it connects to a device listed in the host
list table. After a successful connection, the unit stops trying to connect to any others. If
this connection fails, the unit continues to scroll through the table until the next successful
connection.
The host list supports a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 12 entries. Each entry contains
an IP address and a port number.
Note: The host list is disabled for Manual and Modem Mode. The unit does not
accept a data connection from a remote device when the hostlist option is
enabled.
To configure the unit's host list:
1. On the main menu, click Hostlist.
Figure 5-4. Hostlist Settings
2. Enter or modify the following fields:
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Retry Settings
Retry Counter
Enter the value for the number of times the XPress DR+
should attempt to retry connecting to the host list. The default
setting is 3.
Retry Timeout
Enter the duration (in seconds) the XPress DR+ should
abandon attempting a connection to the host list. The default
setting is 250.
Host Information
Host Address
Enter or modify the host’s IP address.
Enter the target port number.
Port
3. When you are finished, click the OK button.
4. To save and reboot, click Apply Settings on the main menu.
Channel Configuration
The Channel 1 and Channel 2 configurations define how the serial ports respond to
network and serial communication.
Note: Channel 1 and Channel 2 have the same defaults except for the port number
(10001 for Channel 1 and 10002 for Channel 2). The procedures below are for Channel
1; they are the same for Channel 2.
Serial Settings
To configure the channel’s serial settings:
1. On the main menu, click Serial Settings (below Channel 1) to display the Serial
Settings window.
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Figure 5-5. Channel Serial Settings
2. In the available fields, enter the following information:
Channel 1
Disable Serial Port
When selected, disables communication through the serial
port. The serial port is enabled by default.
Port Settings
Protocol
From the drop-down menu, select the protocol type for the
selected channel. The default setting is RS232.
Flow Control
Flow control manages data flow between devices in a network
to ensure the data is processed efficiently. Too much data
arriving before a device is prepared to manage it causes lost
or retransmitted data. None is the default setting.
Baud Rate
Data Bits
The unit and attached serial device, such as a modem, must
agree on a speed or baud rate to use for the serial connection.
Valid baud rates are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600
(default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, or 230400.
Indicates the number of bits in a transmitted data package.
The default setting is 8.
Parity
Checks for the parity bit. The default setting is None.
Stop Bits
The stop bit follows the data and parity bits in serial
communication. It indicates the end of transmission. The
default setting is 1.
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Pack Control
Enable Packing
Select to enable packing on the XPress DR+. Disabled by
default.
Two firmware-selectable packing algorithms define how and
when packets are sent to the network.
The standard algorithm is optimized for applications in which
the unit is used in a local environment, allowing for very small
delays for single characters, while keeping the packet count
low.
The alternate packing algorithm minimizes the packet count
on the network and is especially useful in applications in a
routed Wide Area Network (WAN). Adjusting parameters in
this mode can economize the network data stream.
Idle Gap Time
Select the maximum time for inactivity. The default time is
12 milliseconds.
Match 2 Byte Sequence
Use to indicate the end of a series of data to be sent as one
group. The sequence must occur sequentially to indicate end
of the data collection to the XPress DR+. The default setting is
No.
Match Bytes
Use to indicate the end of a series of data to be sent as one
group. Set this value to 00 if specific functions are not needed.
Send Frame Only
After the detection of the byte sequence, indicates whether to
send the data frame or the entire buffer. Select Yes to send
only the data frame. The default setting is No.
Send Trailing Bytes
Select the number of bytes to send after the end-of-sequence
characters. The default setting is None.
Flush Input Buffer (Serial to Network)
With Active Connect
Select Yes to clear the input buffer with a connection that is
initiated from the device to the network. The default setting is
No.
With Passive Connect
At Time of Disconnect
Select Yes to clear the input buffer with a connection initiated
from the network to the device. The default setting is No.
Select Yes to clear the input buffer when the network
connection to or from the device is disconnected. The default
setting is No.
Flush Output Buffer (Network to Serial)
With Active Connect
Select Yes to clear the output buffer with a connection that is
initiated from the device to the network. The default setting is
No.
With Passive Connect
At Time of Disconnect
Select Yes to clear the output buffer with a connection initiated
from the network to the device. The default setting is No.
Select Yes to clear the output buffer when the network
connection to or from the device is disconnected. The default
setting is No.
3. When you are finished, click the OK button.
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4. To save and reboot, click Apply Settings on the main menu.
Connection Settings - TCP
To configure a channel’s TCP settings:
1. On the main menu, click Connection. The Connection Settings window for the
channel displays.
Figure 5-6. TCP Connection Settings
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2. In the available fields, enter or modify the following information:
Connect Protocol
Protocol
From the drop-down menu, select TCP.
Connect Mode: Passive Connection
Accept Incoming
Select Yes to accept incoming connections. The default
setting is Yes.
Password Required
Determines whether a password is required for an incoming
passive connection. This field is not available when a
password is set for Telnet mode. The default setting is No.
Password
If Password Required was set to Yes, enter the password for
passive connections.
Connect Mode: Active Connection
Active Connect
Select None (default) to disable Active Connect. Otherwise,
select the connection type from the drop-down list:
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With Any Character: Attempts to connect when any
character is received from the serial port.
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With Active Mdm Ctrl In: Accepts external connection
requests only when the modem_control_in input is
asserted.
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With Start Character: Attempts to connect when it
receives a specific start character from the serial port.
The default start character is carriage return.
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Manual Connection: Attempts to connect when directed
by a command string received from the serial port.
Auto Start: Automatically connects to the remote
IP address and port after booting up.
Start Character
Modem Mode
If Active Connect is set to With Start Character, enter the
start character in this field. The default setting is 0D.
Indicates the on-screen response type when in Modem Mode
(if Modem Mode is enabled). The default setting is None.
Endpoint Configuration
Local Port
Enter the local port number.
Auto increment for
active connect
Select to auto-increment the local port number for new
outgoing connections. The range of auto-incremented port
numbers is 50,000 to 59,999 and loops back to the beginning
when the maximum range is reached. Disabled by default.
Remote Port
Remote Host
Enter the remote port number.
Enter the IP address of the remote device.
Common Options
Telnet Mode
This field is available for configuration only when Active
Connect is set to None. Select Enable to permit Telnet
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communication to the XPress DR+.
Terminal Name
This field is available for configuration only when Telnet Mode
is set to Enable.
Use the terminal name for the Telnet terminal type. Enter only
one name. When this option is enabled, the unit also reacts to
the end of record (EOR) and binary options, which can be
used for applications such as terminal emulation to IBM hosts.
Connect Response
Use Hostlist
A single character is transmitted to the serial port when there
is a change in connection state. Default setting is None.
If this option is set to True, the device server scrolls through
the host list until it connects to a device listed in the host list
table. Once it connects, the unit stops trying to connect to any
others. If this connection fails, the unit continues to scroll
through the table until it connects to another IP in the host list.
The host list is disabled for Manual Mode and for Modem
Mode. The unit will not accept a data connection from a
remote device when the host list option is enabled.
LED
Select Blink for the status LEDs to blink upon connection or
None for no LED output. The default setting is Blink.
Disconnect Mode
On Mdm_Ctrl_In Drop
Set to Yes for the network connection to or from the serial port
to drop when modem_control_in transitions from a high state
to a low state. The default setting is No.
Hard Disconnect
With EOT
When set to Yes, the TCP connection closes even if the
remote site does not acknowledge the disconnect request.
Select Yes to drop the connection when Ctrl-D or Hex 04 is
detected. Both Telnet Mode and Disconnect with EOT must
be enabled for Disconnect with EOT to function properly.
Ctrl+D is only detected going from the serial port to the
network. The default setting is No.
Inactivity Timeout
Use this parameter to set an inactivity timeout. The unit drops
the connection if there is no activity on the serial line before
the set time expires. Enter time in the format mm:ss, where m
is the number of minutes and s is the number of seconds. To
disable the inactivity timeout, enter 00:00.
3. When you are finished, click the OK button.
4. To save and reboot, click Apply Settings on the main menu.
Connection Settings - UDP
To configure a channel’s UDP settings:
1. On the main menu, click Connection. The Connection Settings window for the
selected channel displays.
2. In the available fields, enter or modify the following information:
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Figure 5-7. UDP Connection Settings
Connect Protocol
Protocol
Select UDP from the drop-down menu.
Datagram Mode
Datagram Type
Configures the remote IP or network broadcast address and
the remote port. Enter 01 for directed or broadcast UDP. The
default setting is 00.
Accept Incoming
Select Yes to accept incoming UDP datagrams.
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Endpoint Configuration
Local Port
Enter the local port number.
Remote Port
Enter the port number of the remote device.
Enter the IP address of the remote device.
Remote Host
Device Address Table
The table is enabled when Datagram Type is set to FD. Enter
values between 1 and 255 to identify units on the local
network of device servers.
Note: Lantronix Tech Support supports Datagram type 01.
Datagram Type FD is for OEM use.
3. When you are finished, click the OK button.
4. To save and reboot, click Apply Settings on the main menu.
Applying Settings
1. To save and apply the configuration changes to the device server, click the Apply
Settings button.
Note: Clicking OK on each page does not change the configuration on the
device. OK tells the XPress DR+ what changes to use; Apply Settings
makes the changes permanent and reboots the XPress DR+.
Applying Factory Defaults
1. Click the Apply Defaults button to set the device server back to the default settings.
2. Click Yes to set factory settings, or click No to cancel.
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6: Configuration Using Telnet or Serial Port
(Setup Mode)
You must configure the unit so that it can communicate on a network with your serial
device. As an alternative to using a web browser, as described in the previous chapter,
you can use the following procedures remotely or locally:
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Use a Telnet connection to configure the unit over the network.
Use a terminal or terminal emulation program to access the serial port locally.
The series of prompts at which you enter configuration settings is called Setup Mode.
Note: Detailed information about other setup methods is available from your
Lantronix Sales Associate.
The unit’s configuration is stored in nonvolatile memory and is retained without power.
You can change the configuration at any time. The unit performs a reset after the
configuration has been changed and stored.
This chapter tells you how to access Setup Mode and the general procedure for using it.
Notes:
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The menus in the configuration chapters show a typical device. Your device may
have different configuration options.
‹
For the latest firmware, release notes, and user documentation, go to the
Lantronix web site (www.lantronix.com).
Accessing Setup Mode
Telnet Connection
To configure the unit over the network, establish a Telnet connection to port 9999.
Note: You can also use DeviceInstaller to access Telnet. Select the device from
the main window list, and click the Telnet Configuration tab. Skip steps 1 and 2
below.
To establish a Telnet connection:
1. From the Windows Start menu, click Run and type the following command, where
x.x.x.x is the IP address, and 9999 is the unit’s fixed network configuration port
number:
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Windows: telnet x.x.x.x 9999
UNIX: telnet x.x.x.x:9999
2. Click OK. The following information displays.
Figure 6-1. MAC Address
3. To enter Setup Mode, press Enter within 5 seconds. The current configuration
settings display, followed by the Change Setup menu.
Figure 6-2. Setup Menu Options
4. Select an option on the menu by entering the number of the option in the Your
choice ? field and pressing Enter.
5. To enter a value for a parameter, type the value and press Enter, or to confirm a
current value, just press Enter.
6. When you are finished, save the new configuration (option 9). The unit reboots.
Serial Port Connection
To configure the unit through a serial connection:
1. Connect a console terminal (VT100) or PC running a terminal emulation program
from port 1 with the Lantronix supplied P/N: 500-103 RJ45-to-DB9F serial cable.
2. The default serial port settings are 9600 baud, 8 bits, no parity, 1-stop bit, no-flow
control.
3. Reset the XPress DR+ unit by cycling the unit's power (turning the power off and
back on). Immediately upon resetting the device, enter three lowercase x characters
(xxx).
Note: The easiest way to enter Setup Mode is to hold down the x key at the
terminal (or emulation) while resetting the unit. You must do this within
three seconds of resetting the XPress DR+.
At this point, the screen display is the same as when you use a Telnet connection. To
continue, go to step 3 in Telnet Connection above.
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Exiting Setup Mode
To exit setup mode:
You have two options:
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To save all changes and reboot the device, select option 9 Save and exit from
the Change Setup menu. All values are stored in nonvolatile memory.
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To exit the configuration mode without saving any changes or rebooting. Select
option 8 Exit without save from the Change Setup menu.
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7: Setup Mode: Server Configuration
This chapter explains how to configure the network settings.
Note: Current values display in parentheses.
Server Configuration (Option 0)
The unit’s basic network parameters display when you select Server configuration
(option 0). The IP Address, Set Gateway IP Address, and Netmask fields display the
current values.
Figure 7-1. Server Settings
IP Address : (000) .(000) .(000) .(000)
Set Gateway IP Address (N)
Netmask: Number of Bits for Host Part (0=default) (0)
Change telnet config password (N)
IP Address
If DHCP is not used to assign IP addresses, enter the IP address manually. The IP
address must be set to a unique value in the network. Enter each octet and press Enter
between each section. The current value displays in parentheses.
IP Address : ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) _
If DHCP is used, the third octet of the IP address sets the BootP/DHCP/AutoIP options.
The following table shows the bits you can manually configure to force the XPress DR+
to disable AutoIP, DHCP, or BootP. To disable an option, set the appropriate bit.
Table 7-1. BootP/DHCP/AutoIP options
Options
AutoIP
DHCP
Bit
0
Value
1
2
4
1
BootP
2
For example, if the third octet is 0.0.5.0, the AutoIP and BootP options are disabled; only
DHCP is enabled. (The value 5 results from adding the binary equivalents of 0 and 2.)
This is the most common setting when using DHCP.
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Set Gateway IP Address
The gateway address, or router, allows communication to other LAN segments. The
gateway address should be the IP address of the router connected to the same LAN
segment as the unit. The gateway address must be within the local network. The default
setting is N (No), meaning the gateway address has not been set. To set the gateway
address, type Y and enter the address.
Set Gateway IP Address (N) ? Y
Gateway IP addr ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0)_
Netmask: Number of Bits for Host Part
A netmask defines the number of bits taken from the IP address that are assigned for the
host part.
Netmask: Number of Bits for Host Part (0=default) (0) _
Note: Class A: 24 bits; Class B: 16 bits; Class C: 8 bits
The unit prompts for the number of host bits to be entered, then calculates the netmask,
which appears in standard decimal-dot notation (for example, 255.255.255.0) when the
saved parameters display.
Table 7-2. Standard IP Network Netmasks
Network Class
Host Bits
Netmask
A
B
C
24
16
8
255.0.0.0
255.255.0.0
255.255.255.0
Change Telnet Configuration Password
Setting the Telnet configuration password prevents unauthorized access to Setup Mode
through a Telnet connection to port 9999 or through web pages. The password must
have 4 characters.
Change telnet config password (N) ? _
An enhanced password setting (for Telnet access only) of 16 characters is available
Note: You do not need a password to access the Setup Mode window by a serial
connection.
DHCP Name
If a DHCP server has automatically assigned the IP address and network settings, you
can discover the unit by using the DeviceInstaller network search feature.
There are three methods for assigning DHCP names to the unit.
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Default DHCP Name: If you do not change the DHCP name, and you are using
an IP of 0.0.0.0, then the DHCP name defaults to CXXXXXX (XXXXXX is the last
6 digits of the MAC address shown on the label on the bottom/side of the unit).
For example, if the MAC address is 00-20-4A-12-34-56, then the default DHCP
name is C123456.
Custom DHCP Name: You can create your own DHCP name. If you are using
an IP address of 0.0.0.0, then the last option in Server configuration is Change
DHCP device name. This option allows you to change the DHCP name to an
alphanumeric name (LTX in our example).
Change DHCP device name (not set) ? (N) Y
Enter new DHCP device name : LTX
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Numeric DHCP Name: You can change the DHCP name by specifying the last
octet of the IP address. When you use this method, the DHCP name is LTXYY
where YY is what you chose for the last octet of the IP address. If the IP address
you specify is 0.0.0.12, then the DHCP name is LTX12. This method only works
with 2 digit numbers (01-99).
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8: Setup Mode: Channel Configuration
This chapter explains how to configure a serial port.
Notes:
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Current values display in parenthesis.
You must enter some values in hexadecimal notation. (See D: Binary to
Channel 1 (Option 1) and Channel 2 (Option 2)
Note: Channel 1 and Channel 2 have the same defaults except for the port number
(10001 for Channel 1 and 10002 for Channel 2).
Select Channel 1 (option 1) or Channel 2 (option 2) from the Change Setup menu to
define how the serial port responds to network and serial communications. The following
sections describe the configurable parameters within the Channel configuration menu.
Figure 8-1. Serial Port Parameters
Baudrate
The unit and attached serial device, such as a modem, must agree on a speed or baud
rate to use for the serial connection. Valid baud rates are 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800,
9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, and 230400 baud.
Baudrate (9600) ? _
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I/F (Interface) Mode
The Interface (I/F) Mode is a bit-coded byte entered in hexadecimal notation.
I/F Mode (4C) ? _
The following table displays available I/F Mode options.
Note: All bit positions in the table that are blank represent “don’t care” bits for
that particular option, which can be set to either a 0 or 1 value.
Table 8-1. Interface Mode Options
I/F Mode Option
RS-232C
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
0
0
(1)
RS-422/485 4-wire
RS-485 2-wire
7 Bit
0
1
1
1
1
1
0
1
8 Bit
No Parity
0
1
0
0
1
1
Even Parity
Odd Parity
1 stop bit
0
1
1
2 stop bits(1)
1
(1)
2 stop bits are implemented by the software. This might influence performance.
The following table demonstrates how to build some common Interface Mode settings.
Table 8-2. Common Interface Mode Settings
Common I/F Mode Setting
Binary
Hex
RS-232C, 8-bit, No Parity, 1 stop bit
0100 1100 4C
RS-232C, 7-bit, Even Parity, 1 stop bit
0111 1000 78
RS-485 2-wire, 8-bit, No Parity, 1 stop bit 0100 1111 4F
RS-422, 8-bit, Odd Parity, 1 stop bit 0101 1101 5D
Flow
Flow control sets the local handshaking method for stopping serial input/output.
Flow (0) ? _
Use the following table to select flow control options:
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Table 8-3. Flow Control Options
Flow Control Option
Hex
No flow control
00
01
02
05
XON/XOFF flow control
Hardware handshake with RTS/CTS lines
XON/XOFF pass characters to host
Port Number
The setting represents the source port number in TCP connections. It is the number that
identifies the channel for remote initiating connections.
Port No (10001) ? _
The default setting for port 1 is 10001. The default setting for Port 2 is 10002. The range
is 1-65535, except for the following reserved port numbers:
Table 8-4. Reserved Port Numbers
Port Numbers Reserved for
1 – 1024
9999
Reserved (well known ports)
Telnet setup
14000-14009
30704
Reserved for Redirector
Reserved (77F0h)
30718
Reserved (77FEh)
Warning: We recommend that you not use the reserved port numbers for
this setting as incorrect operation may result.
Use Port 0 for the outgoing local port to change with each connection. The port range is
50,000 to 59,999. Each subsequent connection increments the number by 1 (it wraps
back around to 50,000).
Only use this automatic port increment feature to initiate a connection using TCP. Set the
port to a non-zero value when the unit is in a passive mode or when using UDP instead
of TCP.
Connect Mode
Connect Mode defines how the unit makes a connection, and how it reacts to incoming
connections over the network.
ConnectMode (C0) ? _
Enter Connect Mode options in hexadecimal notation.
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Note: All bit positions in the table that are blank represent “don’t care” bits, for
that particular option, which can be set to either a 0 or 1 value.
Table 8-5. Connect Mode Options
Connect Mode Option
a) Incoming Connection
Never accept incoming
Accept with DTR Active
Always Accept
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
0
0
1
0
1
1
0
0
0
b) Response
Nothing (quiet)
0
1
Character response (C=connect,
D=disconnect, N=unreachable)
c) Active Startup
No active startup
With any character
With DTR Active
With a specific start character
Manual connection
Autostart
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
0
1
0
1
0
1
Hostlist
0
0
1
0
d) Datagram Type
Directed UDP
e) Modem Mode
No Echo
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
Data Echo & Modem Response
(Numeric)
1
Data Echo & Modem Response
(Verbose)
0
1
1
1
0
Modem Response Only (Numeric)
Modem Response Only (Verbose)
0
0
0
0
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
a) Incoming Connection
Never Accept Incoming
Rejects all external connection attempts.
Accept with DTR Active
Accepts external connection requests only when the DTR input
is asserted. Cannot be used with Modem Mode.
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Always Accept
Accepts any incoming connection when a connection is not
already established. Default setting.
b) Response
Character Response
A single character is transmitted to the serial port when there is a
change in connection state:
C = connected, D = disconnected, N = host unreachable.
Single character mode specifies the character response. The IP
address of the host connecting to the unit displays when the unit
is in verbose mode. This option is overridden when the Active
Start Modem Mode or Active Start Host List is in effect.
Default setting is Nothing (quiet).
c) Active Startup
No Active Startup
Does not attempt to initiate a connection under any
circumstance. Default setting.
With Any Character
With DTR Active
Attempts to connect when any character is received from the
serial port.
Attempts to connect when the DTR input changes from not
asserted to asserted.
With a Specific Start
Character
Attempts to connect when it receives a specific start character
from the serial port. The default start character is carriage return.
Manual Connection
Attempts to connect when directed by a command string
received from the serial port. The first character of the command
string must be a C (ASCII 0x43), and the last character must be
either a carriage return (ASCII 0x0D) or a line feed (0x0A). No
blanks or space characters may be in the command string.
Between the first and last command string characters must be a
full or partial destination IP address and may be a destination
port number.
The IP address must be in standard decimal-dot notation and
may be a partial address, representing the least significant 1, 2,
or 3 bytes of the remote IP address. The period is required
between each pair of IP address numbers.
If present, the port number must follow the IP address, must be
presented as a decimal number in the range 1-65535, and must
be preceded by a forward slash (ASCII 0x2F). The slash
separates the IP address and the port number. If you omit the
port number from a command string, the internally stored remote
port number starts a connection.
If a partial IP address is presented in a command string, it is
interpreted to be the least significant bytes of the IP address and
uses the internally stored remote IP address to provide the most
significant bytes of the IP address. If the IP address entered is
0.0.0.0/0, the device server enters Monitor Mode.
For example, if the remote IP address already configured in the
unit is 129.1.2.3, then an example command string would be
C3/7. (This would connect to 129.1.2.3 and port 7.) You may
also use a different ending for the connection string. For
example, C50.1/23 would connect you to 129.1.50.1 and port 23.
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Figure 8-2. Manual Connection Address Example
Command String
Result if remote IP is 129.1.2.3 and remote port is 1234
C121.2.4.5/1
Complete override; connection is started with host 121.2.4.5, port 1
C5
Connects to 129.1.2.5, port 1234
Connects to 129.1.28.10, port 12
Enters Monitor Mode
C28.10/12
C0.0.0.0/0
Autostart (Automatic
Connection)
If you enable Autostart, the unit automatically connects to the
remote IP address and remote port specified when the firmware
starts.
Hostlist
If you enable this option, the device server scrolls through the
hostlist until it connects to a device listed in the hostlist table.
Once it connects, the unit stops trying to connect to any others. If
this connection fails, the unit continues to scroll through the table
until it is able to connect to another IP in the hostlist.
Hostlist supports a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 12 entries.
Each entry contains the IP address and the port number.
The hostlist is disabled for Manual and Modem Modes. The unit
does not accept a data connection from a remote device when
the hostlist option is enabled.
Figure 8-3. Hostlist Option
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To enable the hostlist:
1. Enter a Connect Mode of 0x20 (2X), where X is any digit. The menu shows you a list
of current entries already defined in the product.
2. To delete, modify, or add an entry, select Yes. If you enter an IP address of 0.0.0.0,
that entry and all others after it are deleted.
3. After completing the hostlist, repeat the previous step if necessary to edit the hostlist
again.
4. For Retrycounter, enter the number of times the Lantronix unit should try to make a
good network connection to a hostlist entry that it has successfully ARPed. The range
is 1-15, with the default set to 3.
5. For Retrytimeout, enter the number of seconds the unit should wait before failing an
attempted connection. The time is stored as units of milliseconds in the range of
1-65535. The default setting is 250.
d) Datagram Type
Directed UDP
When selecting this option, you are prompted for the Datagram type.
Enter 01 for directed or broadcast UDP.
When the UDP option is in effect, the unit never attempts to initiate a
TCP connection because it uses UDP datagrams to send and receive
data.
e) Modem Mode
In Modem (Emulation) Mode, the unit presents a modem interface to the attached serial
device. It accepts AT-style modem commands and handles the modem signals correctly.
Normally, there is a modem connected to a local PC and a modem connected to a
remote machine. A user must dial from the local PC to the remote machine, accumulating
phone charges for each connection. Modem Mode allows you to replace modems with
XPress DR+ units, and to use an Ethernet connection instead of a phone call. By not
having to change communications applications, you avoid potentially expensive phone
calls.
To select Modem Mode, set the Connect Mode to C6 (no echo), D6 (echo with full
verbose), D7 (echo with numeric response), CF (modem responses only, numeric
response), or CE (modem responses only, full verbose).
Note: If the unit is in Modem Mode, and the serial port is idle, the unit can still
accept network TCP connections to the serial port if Connect Mode is set to C6
(no echo), D6 (echo with full verbose), D7 (echo with numeric response, CF
(modem responses only, numeric response), or CE (modem responses only, full
verbose).
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Without Echo
In Modem Mode, echo refers to the echo of all of the characters
entered in command mode; it does not mean to echo data that is
transferred. Quiet Mode (without echo) refers to the modem not
sending an answer to the commands received (or displaying what
was typed).
Data Echo & Modem
Response
Full Verbose: The unit echoes modem commands and responds to
a command with a message string shown in the table below.
Numeric Response: The unit echoes modem commands and
responds to a command with a numeric response.
Modem Responses
Only
Full Verbose: The unit does not echo modem commands and
responds to a command with a message string shown in the table
below.
Numeric Response: The unit does not echo modem commands
and responds to a command with a numeric response.
Table 8-6. Modem Mode Messages
Meaning
Message
Full Verbose
OK
Command was executed without error.
CONNECT
A network connection has been established.
A network connection has been closed.
NO CARRIER
RING n.n.n.n.
A remote device, having IP address n.n.n.n, is connecting to this device.
Numeric Response
0
1
2
3
4
OK
Connected
Ring
No Carrier
Error
Received commands must begin with the two-character sequence AT and be terminated
with a carriage return character.
The unit ignores any character sequence received not starting with AT, and only
recognizes and processes single AT-style commands. The unit treats compound AT
commands as unrecognized commands.
If the Full Verbose option is in effect, the unit responds to an unrecognized command
string that is otherwise formatted correctly (begins with AT and ends with carriage return)
with the "OK" message and takes no further action.
If the Numeric Response option is in effect, the unit responds to an unrecognized
command string that is otherwise formatted correctly with the "0" message and takes no
further action.
When an active connection is in effect, the unit transfers data and does not process
commands received from the serial interface.
When a connection is terminated or lost, the unit reverts to command mode.
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When an active connection is in effect, the unit terminates the connection if it receives the
following sequence from the attached serial device:
‹
‹
No serial data is received for one second.
The character sequence +++ is received, with no more than one second between
each two characters.
‹
‹
No serial data is received for one second after the last + character. At this time,
the unit responds affirmatively per the selected echo/response mode.
The character string ATH is received, terminated with a carriage return. The unit
responds affirmatively according to the selected echo/response mode and drops
the network connection. The serial interface reverts to accepting command
strings.
If this sequence is not followed, the unit remains in data transfer mode.
Table 8-7. Modem Mode Commands
Modem Mode
Command
Function
ATDTx.x.x.x,pppp or
ATDTx.x.x.x/pppp
Makes a connection to an IP address (x.x.x.x) and a remote port
number (pppp).
Makes a connection to an IP address (x.x.x.x) and the remote port
number defined within the unit.
ATDTx.x.x.x
ATD0.0.0.0
ATD
Forces the unit into Monitor Mode if a remote IP address and port
number are defined within the unit.
Forces the unit into Monitor Mode if a remote IP address and port
number are not defined within the unit.
Makes a connection to an IP address (x.x.x.x) and the remote port
number defined within the unit.
ATDx.x.x.x
ATH
Hangs up the connection (entered as +++ATH ).
Enables or disables connections from the network going to the serial
port.
n=0 disables the ability to make a connection from the network to
the serial port.
ATS0=n
n=1-9 enables the ability to make a connection from the network to
the serial port.
n>1-9 is invalid.
Enables or disables character echo and responses.
n=0 disables character echo and responses.
ATEn
ATVn
n=1 enables character echo and responses.
Enables numeric response or full verbose.
n=0 enables numeric response.
n=1 enables full verbose.
Note: The unit recognizes these AT commands as single commands such as
ATE0 or ATV1; it does not recognize compound commands such as ATE0V.
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Send the Escape Sequence (+++) in Modem Mode
Send ‘+++’ in Modem Mode (Y) ? _
Disable or enable the unit's ability to send the escape sequence. The default is Y (Yes)
(send the escape sequence).
Auto Increment Source Port
Auto increment source port (N) ? _
Y (Yes) auto increments the source port. The XPress DR+ increments the port number
used with each new connection.
Remote IP Address
This is the destination IP address used with an outgoing connection.
Remote IP Address : ( 0) ( 0) ( 0) ( 0)_
Note: This option does not display when Hostlist is enabled from the
Remote Port
You must set the remote TCP port number for the unit to make outgoing connections.
This parameter defines the port number on the target host to which a connection is
attempted.
Remote Port ( 0) ? _
To connect an ASCII terminal to a host using the unit for login purposes, use the remote
port number 23 (Internet standard port number for Telnet services).
Note: This option does not display when Hostlist is enabled from the
DisConnMode
This setting determines the conditions under which the unit will cause a network
connection to terminate.
DisConnMode ( 0) ? _
Notes:
In DisConnMode (Disconnect Mode), DTR drop either drops the connection or is
ignored.
Note: All bit positions in the table that are blank represent “don’t care” bits, for
that particular option, which can be set to either a 0 or 1 value.
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Table 8-8. Disconnect Mode Options
Disconnect Mode Option
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
(6)
Disconnect with DTR drop
1
Ignore DTR
0
Telnet mode and terminal type setup (1)
Channel (port) password (2)
Hard disconnect (3)
1
1
0
1
Disable hard disconnect
State LED off with connection (4)
Disconnect with EOT (^D) (5)
1
1
(1) The XPress DR+ sends the "Terminal Type" upon an outgoing connection.
(2) A password is required for a connection to the serial port from the network.
(3) The TCP connection closes even if the remote site does not acknowledge the disconnection.
(4) When there is a network connection to or from the serial port, the state LED turns off instead of blinking.
(5) When Ctrl+D or Hex 04 is detected, the connection is dropped. Both Telnet Mode and Disconnect with
EOT must be enabled for Disconnect with EOT to function properly. Ctrl+D is only detected going from
the serial port to the network.
(6) When DTR transitions from a high state to a low state, the network connection to or from the serial port
drops.
Flush Mode (Buffer Flushing)
Using this parameter, you can control line handling and network buffers with connection
startup and disconnect.
FlushMode ( 0) ? _
You can also select between two different packing algorithms.
Note: All bit positions in the table that are blank represent “don’t care” bits, for
that particular option, which can be set to either a 0 or 1 value.
Table 8-9. Flush Mode Options
Function
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Input Buffer (Serial to Network)
Clear with a connection initiated from the device to the network
Clear with a connection initiated from the network to the device
Clear when the network connection to or from the device is disconnected
Output Buffer (Network to Serial)
1
1
1
Clear with a connection initiated from the device to the network
Clear with a connection initiated from the network to the device
Clear when the network connection to or from the device is disconnected
Alternate Packing Algorithm (Pack Control)
1
1
1
Enable
1
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Pack Control
The packing algorithms define how and when packets are sent to the network. The
standard algorithm is optimized for applications in which the unit is used in a local
environment, allowing for very small delays for single characters, while keeping the
packet count low. The alternate packing algorithm minimizes the packet count on the
network and is especially useful in applications in a routed Wide Area Network (WAN).
Adjusting parameters in this mode can economize the network data stream.
Pack control settings are enabled in Flush Mode. Set this value to 00 if you do not need
specific functions.
Note: All bit positions in the table that are blank represent “don’t care” bits, for
that particular option, which can be set to either a 0 or 1 value.
Table 8-10. Pack Control Options
Option
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Packing Interval
Interval: 12ms
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
Interval: 52ms
Interval: 250ms
Interval: 5sec
Trailing Characters
None
0
0
1
0
1
0
One
Two
Send Characters
2-Byte Send Character Sequence
Send Immediately After Send chars
1
1
Packing Interval
Packing Interval defines how long the unit should wait before sending accumulated
characters. This wait period is between successive network segments containing data.
For alternate packing, the default interval is 12 ms.
Trailing Characters
In some applications, CRC, Checksum, or other trailing characters follow the end-of-
sequence character; this option helps to adapt frame transmission to the frame boundary.
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Send Characters
‹
If 2-Byte Send Character Sequence is enabled, the unit interprets the
sendchars as a 2-byte sequence; if this option is not enabled, the unit interprets
them independently.
‹
If Send Immediately After Characters is not set, any characters already in the
serial buffer are included in the transmission after a "transmit" condition is found.
If this option is set, the unit sends immediately after recognizing the transmit
condition (sendchar or timeout).
Note: A transmission might occur if status information needs to be exchanged or
an acknowledgment needs to be sent.
DisConnTime (Inactivity Timeout)
Use this parameter to set an inactivity timeout. The unit drops the connection if there is
no activity on the serial line before the set time expires. Enter time in the format mm:ss,
where m is the number of minutes and s is the number of seconds.
DisConnTime (0: 0) ?:
To disable the inactivity timeout, enter 00:00. Range is 0 (disabled) to 5999 seconds (99
minutes, 59 seconds). Default setting is 0.
Send Characters
Enter up to two characters in hexadecimal representation in sendchar.
SendChar 1 ( 0) ? _
SendChar 2 ( 0) ? _
If the unit receives a character on the serial line that matches one of these characters, it
sends the character immediately, along with any awaiting characters, to the TCP
connection. This action minimizes the response time for specific protocol characters on
the serial line (for example, ETX, EOT). Setting the first sendchar to 00 disables the
recognition of the characters. Alternatively, the unit can interpret two characters as a
Telnet Terminal Type
This parameter displays only if you enabled the terminal type option in Disconnect Mode.
With this option enabled, you can use the terminal name for the Telnet terminal type.
Enter only one name.
With terminal type option enabled, the unit also reacts to the EOR (end of record) and
binary options, useful for applications like terminal emulation to IBM hosts.
Channel (Port) Password
This parameter appears only if the channel (port) password option is enabled in
Disconnect Mode. With this option enabled, you can set a password on the serial port.
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Expert Settings (Option 5)
Note: You can change these settings using Telnet or serial connections only, not
on the Web-Manager.
Caution: Only an expert should change these parameters. You must
definitely know the consequences the changes might have.
Figure 9-1. Expert Settings
The default settings are listed below:
TCP Keepalive time in s
(1s – 65s; 0s=disable)
45
ARP Cache timeout in s
(1s – 600s)
600
Disable Monitor Mode @
bootup
Enabled
80
HTTP Port Number
(1-65535)
MTU Size (512 – 1400)
0 (resulting in an operational value of 1400)
Disabled (OEM use only)
Enable alternate MAC
TCP Keepalive time in seconds
This option allows you to change how many seconds the unit waits during a silent
connection before attempting to see if the currently connected network device is still on
the network. If the unit gets no response, it drops that connection.
TCP Keepalive time in s (1s – 65s; 0s=disable): (45)? _
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ARP Cache timeout in seconds
Whenever the unit communicates with another device on the network, it adds an entry
into its ARP table. The ARP Cache timeout option allows you to define how many
seconds (1-600) the unit will wait before timing out this table.
ARP Cache timeout in s (1s – 65s; 0s=disable): (600)? _
Disable Monitor Mode at bootup
This option allows you to disable all entries into Monitor Mode during startup, except for
the xxx sequence. This prevents entry using yyy, zzz, xx1, and yy1 key sequences (only
during the bootup sequence). The default setting for Monitor Mode at bootup is N (No).
Disable Monitor Mode @ bootup (N) ? _
HTTP Port Number
This option allows the configuration of the web server port number. The valid range is
1-65535. The default HTTP port number is 80.
HTTP Port Number : (80) ? _
MTU Size
The Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) is the largest physical packet size a network can
transmit for TCP and UDP. Enter between 512 and 1400 bytes. The default setting is
1400 bytes.
MTU Size: (1400) ? _
Enable alternate MAC
If necessary, enable the alternate MAC address (if specified in the OEM setup record).
Enable alternate MAC (N) ? _
Security Settings (Option 6)
You can change security settings by means of Telnet or serial connections only, not on
the Web-Manager. We recommend that you set security over the dedicated network or
over the serial setup to prevent eavesdropping.
Caution: Disabling both Telnet Setup and Port 77FE will prevent users from
accessing Setup Mode from the network. Disabling Port 77FE also disables the
Web from configuring the device.
Select 6 to configure security settings.
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Figure 9-2. Security Settings
Disable SNMP
This setting allows you to disable the SNMP protocol on the unit for security reasons.
Disable SNMP (N) ? _
SNMP Community Name
The SNMP Community Name is a required field for NMS to read or write to a device.
Enter a string of 1 to 13 characters.
SNMP Community Name (public): _
The default entry is public. The current value is displayed in parentheses.
Disable Telnet Setup
Note: If you choose to disable this option, keep in mind that disabling both
Telnet Setup and Port 77FE will prevent users from accessing Setup Mode from
the network.
This setting defaults to the N (No) option. The Y (Yes) option disables access to Setup
Mode by Telnet (port 9999). It only allows access locally using the web pages and the
serial port of the unit.
Disable Telnet Setup (N) ? _
Disable TFTP Firmware Upgrade
This setting defaults to the N (No) option. The Y (Yes) option disables the use of TFTP to
perform network firmware upgrades. With this option, you can download firmware
upgrades over the serial port using DeviceInstaller’s Recover Firmware procedure. (See
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Disable TFTP Firmware Update (N) : _
Disable Port 77FE (Hex)
Note: If you choose to disable this option, keep in mind that disabling both
Telnet Setup and Port 77FE will prevent users from accessing Setup Mode from
the network.
Port 77FE is a setting that allows DeviceInstaller, Web-Manager, and custom programs
to configure the unit remotely. You may wish to disable this capability for security
purposes.
Disable Port 77FEh (N) ? _
The default setting is the N (No) option, which enables remote configuration. You can
configure the unit by using DeviceInstaller, Web-Manager, Telnet, or serial configuration.
The Y (Yes) option disables remote configuration and web sites.
Note: The Y (Yes) option disables many of the GUI tools for configuring the unit,
including the embedded Web-Manager tool.
Disable Web Server
This setting defaults to the N (No) option. The Y (Yes) option disables the web server.
Disable Web Server (N) ? _
Disable Web Setup
The Y (Yes) option disables configuration using the Web-Manager. This setting defaults
to the N (No) option.
Disable Web Setup (N) ? _
Disable ECHO Ports
This setting controls whether port 7 echoes characters it receives.
Disable ECHO ports (Y) ? _
Enable Enhanced Password
This setting defaults to the N (No) option, which allows you to set a 4-character password
that protects Setup Mode by means of Telnet and web pages. The Y (Yes) option allows
you to set an extended security password of 16-characters for protecting Telnet and web
page access.
Enable Enhanced Password (Y) ? _
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9: Setup Mode: Advanced Settings
Default Settings (Option 7)
Select 7 to reset the unit’s channel configuration, email settings, and expert settings to
the default settings. The server configuration settings for IP address, gateway IP address,
and netmask remain unchanged. The configurable pins’ settings also remain unchanged.
The specific settings that this option changes are listed below.
Channel 1 and Channel 2 Configuration Defaults
Baudrate
9600
I/F Mode
4C (1 stop bit, no parity, 8 bit, RS-232C)
Own TCP port number
Channel 1: 10001
Channel 2: 10002
Connect Mode
C0 (always accept incoming connection; no active
connection startup)
Hostlist retry counter
3
Hostlist retry timeout
250 (msec)
0x0D (CR)
0
Start character for serial channel 1
All other parameters
Expert Settings Defaults
TCP Keepalive time in s
45
ARP Cache timeout in s
600
No
80
Disable Monitor Mode @ bootup
HTTP Port Number
(1-65535)
MTU Size (512 – 1400)
Enable alternate MAC
Ethernet Connection Type
0 (resulting in an operational value of 1400)
No ( for OEM use only)
0 (auto-negotiate)
Security Settings Defaults
Disable SNMP
No
SNMP community name
Disable Telnet setup
public
No
Disable TFTP Firmware Update
Disable Port 77FEh
No
No
Disable Web Server
No
Disable Web Setup
No
Disable ECHO ports
Yes
No
Enable Enhanced password
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10: Firmware Upgrades
Obtaining Firmware
You can obtain the most up-to-date firmware and release notes for the unit from the
Reloading Firmware
There are several ways to update the unit's internal operational code (*.ROM): using
DeviceInstaller (the preferred way), using TFTP, or using the serial port. You can also
update the unit's internal web interface (*.COB) using TFTP or DeviceInstaller.
Here are typical names for those files. Check the Lantronix web site for the latest
versions and release notes.
Table 10-1. Firmware Files
ROM File
COB
XDRPL_6101.ROM
XDRPL _WEBM_1402.COB
Please refer to the DeviceInstaller online Help for information about reloading firmware
using DeviceInstaller. The other methods are discussed below.
Using TFTP: Graphical User Interface
To download new firmware from a computer:
1. Use a TFTP client to send a binary file to the unit (*.ROM to upgrade the unit's
internal operational code and *.COB to upgrade its internal web interface).
Note: TFTP requires the .ROM (binary) version of the unit's internal
operational code.
2. In the TFTP server field, enter the IP address of the unit being upgraded.
3. Select Upload operation and Binary format.
4. Enter the full path of the firmware file in the Local file name field.
5. In the Remote file name field, enter the current internal operational code (R1) or
WEB1 to WEB19 for the internal web interface.
6. Click the Upload Now button to transfer the file to the unit.
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Figure 10-1. TFTP Window
After the firmware has been loaded and stored, which takes approximately 8 seconds to
complete, the unit performs a power reset.
Using TFTP: Command Line Interface
To download new firmware from a computer:
1. Enter the following from a TFTP command line interface:
tftp –i <ip address> put <local filename> <destination file name>
The following examples demonstrate the TFTP command sequence to download the
.ROM file and the .COB file:
tftp –i 192.168.1.111 put xdrpl_6100.rom R1
tftp –i 192.168.1.111 put xdrpl_webm_1402.cob WEB4
2. In the Remote file name field, enter the current internal operational code (R1) or
WEB1 to WEB19 for the internal web interface.
Recovering the Firmware Using the Serial Port and
DeviceInstaller
If for some reason the firmware is damaged, you can recover the firmware file by using
DeviceInstaller to download the *.ROM file over the serial port.
To recover firmware:
1. Start DeviceInstaller. If your PC has more than one network adapter, a message
displays. Select an adapter and click OK.
2. From the Tools menu, select Advanced/Recover Firmware. The Serial Port
Firmware Upgrade window displays.
3. For Port on PC, enter the COM port on the PC that is connected to the serial port of
the Lantronix unit.
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4. For Device Model, be sure the appropriate XPress DR+ device displays.
5. For Firmware File, click the Browse button and go to the location where the
firmware file resides.
Note: Make sure the XPress DR+ on which you are recovering firmware is connected to
this selected port on your PC.
6. Click OK to download the file.
7. When prompted, reset the device. Status messages and a progress bar at the bottom
of the screen show the progress of the file transfer. When the file transfer completes,
the message “Successful, Click OK to Close” appears.
8. Click the OK button to complete this procedure.
Note For more information, see Recovering Firmware in the DeviceInstaller
online Help.
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11: Monitor Mode
Monitor Mode is a command-line interface used for diagnostic purposes.
There are two ways to enter Monitor Mode: locally using the serial port or remotely using
the network.
Entering Monitor Mode Using the Serial Port
To enter Monitor Mode locally:
1. Follow the same steps used for setting the serial configuration parameters
2. Instead of typing three x keys, however:
a) Type zzz (or xx1) to enter Monitor Mode with network connections.
b) Type yyy (or yy1) to enter Monitor Mode without network connections.
A 0> prompt indicates that you have successfully entered Monitor Mode.
Entering Monitor Mode Using the Network Port
To enter Monitor Mode using a Telnet connection:
1. Establish a Telnet session to the configuration port (9999).
2. Type M (upper case). A 0> prompt indicates that you have successfully entered
Monitor Mode.
Figure 11-1. Accessing Monitor Mode
Monitor Mode Commands
The following commands are available in Monitor Mode. Many commands have an
IP address as an optional parameter (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx). If you enter the IP address, the
command is applied to another unit with that IP address. If you do not enter the IP
address, the command is executed locally.
Note: All commands must be in capital letters.
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Table 11-1. Monitor Mode Commands
Command
VS x.x.x.x
Command Name
Version
Function
Queries software header record (16 bytes) of unit
with IP address x.x.x.x.
GC x.x.x.x
SC x.x.x.x
PI x.x.x.x
Get Configuration
Send Configuration
Ping
Gets configuration of unit with IP address x.x.x.x as
hex records (120 bytes).
Sets configuration of unit with IP address x.x.x.x
from hex records.
Pings unit with IP address x.x.x.x to check device
status.
AT
TT
ARP Table
Shows the unit’s ARP table entries.
TCP Connection
Table
Shows all incoming and outgoing TCP connections.
NC
Network Connection
Shows the unit’s IP configuration.
Resets the unit’s power.
RS
Reset
Quit
QU
Exits diagnostics mode.
G0, G1, ....,Ge, Gf
Get configuration
from memory page
Gets a memory page of configuration information
from the device.
S0, S1,...,Se, Sf
Set configuration to
memory page
Sets a memory page of configuration information
on the device.
GM
SS
Get MAC address
Set Security record
Shows the unit's 6-byte MAC address.
Sets the Security record without the encryption key
and length parameters. The entire record must still
be written, but the encryption-specific bytes do not
need to be provided (they can be null since they
are not overwritten).
Responses to some of the commands are in Intel Hex format.
Note: Entering any of the commands listed above generates one of the following
command response codes:
Table 7-2. Command Response Codes
Response
Meaning
0>
1>
2>
8>
9>
OK; no error
No answer from remote device
Cannot reach remote device or no answer
Wrong parameter(s)
Invalid command
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12: Troubleshooting and Technical Support
This chapter discusses how you can diagnose and fix errors quickly without having to
contact a dealer or Lantronix. It helps to connect a terminal to the serial port while
diagnosing an error to view summary messages that may display. When troubleshooting,
always ensure that the physical connections (power cable, network cable, and serial
cable) are secure.
Note: Some unexplained errors might be caused by duplicate IP addresses on the
network. Make sure that your unit's IP address is unique.
When troubleshooting the following problems, make sure that the unit is powered up.
Confirm that you are using a good network connection.
Problems and Error Messages
Table 12-1. Problems and Error Messages
Problem/Message
Reason
Solution
When you issue the ARP –S
command in Windows, the "ARP
entry addition failed: 5" message
displays.
Your currently logged-in
user does not have the
correct rights to use this
command on this PC.
Have someone from your IT
department log you in with
sufficient rights.
When you attempt to assign an IP
address to the unit by the ARP
method, the "Press Enter to go
into Setup Mode" error
"(described below) message
displays. Now when you Telnet to
the device server, the connection
fails.
When you Telnet to port 1 Telnet back to port 1. Wait for it
on the device server, you
are only assigning a
to fail, then Telnet to port 9999
again. Make sure you press
Enter quickly.
temporary IP address.
When you Telnet into port
9999 and do not press
Enter quickly, the device
server reboots, causing it
to lose the IP address.
When you Telnet to port 9999, the You did not press Enter
Telnet to port 9999 again, but
press Enter as soon as you see
the "Press Enter to go into
Setup Mode" message.
"Press Enter to go into Setup
Mode" message displays.
However, nothing happens when
you press Enter, or your
connection closes.
quickly enough. You only
have 5 seconds to press
Enter before the
connection closes.
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Problem/Message
Reason
Solution
When you Telnet to port 1 to
assign an IP address to the
device server, the Telnet window
does not respond for a long time.
You may have entered
the Ethernet address
incorrectly with the ARP
command.
Confirm that the Ethernet
address that you entered with
the ARP command is correct.
The Ethernet address may only
include numbers 0-9 and letters
A-F. In Windows and usually in
Unix, the segments of the
Ethernet address are separated
by dashes. In some forms of
Unix, the Ethernet address is
segmented by colons.
The IP address you are
trying to assign is not on
your logical subnet.
Confirm that your PC has an IP
address and that it is in the
same logical subnet that you are
trying to assign to the device
server.
The device server may
not be plugged into the
network properly.
Make sure that the Link LED is
lit. If the Link LED is not lit, then
the device server is not properly
plugged into the network.
When you try to assign an IP with
DeviceInstaller, you get the
following :
The cause is most likely
one of the following:
Double-check the parameters
that you specified.
The hardware address
you specified is incorrect.
Note: You cannot assign an IP
address to a device server
through a router.
"No response from device!
Verify the IP, Hardware
Address and Network Class.
Please try again."
The IP address you are
trying to assign is not a
valid IP for your logical
subnet.
You did not choose the
correct subnet mask.
The device server is not
communicating with the serial
device to which it is attached.
The most likely reason is
the wrong serial settings
were chosen.
The serial settings for the serial
device and the device server
must match. The default serial
settings for the device server
are RS-232, 9600 baud, 8
character bits, no parity, 1
stop bit, no flow control.
When you try to enter the setup
mode on the device server using
the serial port, you get no
response.
The issue is most likely
something covered in the
previous problem, or
possibly, you have Caps
Lock on.
Double-check everything in the
problem above. Confirm that
Caps Lock is not on.
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Problem/Message
Reason
Solution
You can ping the device server,
but not Telnet to the device server address conflict on your
on port 9999.
There may be an IP
Turn the device server off and
then issue the following
commands at the DOS prompt
of your computer:
network
You are not Telneting to
port 9999.
ARP -D X.X.X.X (X.X.X.X is the
IP of the device server).
The Telnet configuration
port (9999) is disabled
within the device server
security settings.
PING X.X.X.X (X.X.X.X is the IP
of the device server).
If you get a response, then there
is a duplicate IP address on the
network. If you do not get a
response, use the serial port to
verify that Telnet is not disabled.
The device server appears to be
set up correctly, but you are not
communicating with your device
attached to the device server
across the network.
If you are sure that the
serial port setting is
correct, then you may not
be connecting to the
correct socket of the
device server.
You can check to see whether
there is a socket connection to
or from the device server by
looking at the Status LED.
If the Status LED is blinking
consistently, then there is a
good socket connection.
Another possibility is that
the device server is not
set up correctly to make a
If the Status LED is solid green,
good socket connection to then the socket connection does
the network.
not exist. Use the Connect
Mode option C0 for making a
connection to the device server
from the network. Use Connect
Mode option C1 or C5 for a
connection to the network from
the device server.
When connecting to the Web-
Manager within the device server,
the "No Connection With The
Your computer is not able
to connect to port 30718
(77FEh) on the device
Make sure that port 30718
(77FEh) is not blocked with any
router that you are using on the
network. Also, make sure that
port 77FEh is not disabled within
the Security settings of the
device server.
Device Server" message displays. server.
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Technical Support
If you are experiencing an error that is not described in this chapter, or if you are unable
to fix the error, you have the following options:
To check our online knowledge base or send a question to Technical Support, go to
Technical Support Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Phone: +33 (0) 1 39 30 41 72
Firmware downloads, FAQs, and the most up-to-date documentation are available at:
When you report a problem, please provide the following information:
‹ Your name, and your company name, address, and phone number
‹ Lantronix model number
‹ Lantronix MAC number
‹ Software version (on the first screen shown when you Telnet to port 9999)
‹ Description of the problem
‹ Status of the unit when the problem occurred (please try to include information
on user and network activity at the time of the problem)
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A: Technical Specifications
Category
CPU
Description
Lantronix DSTNI-EX 48 MHz clock
Internal CPU Memory
Flash
256 KB SRAM
2 MB Flash
EEPROM
2 KB EEPROM
Serial Interface
2 RJ45 RS232 Serial Ports
Baud rate selectable from 300 to 230 Kbaud
1 Screw terminal RS-422/485 interface on Serial Port 2 (2 and 4 wire support)
LED indicators for TXD and RXD activities
Serial Line Formats
Characters: 7 or 8 data bits
Stop bits: 1 or 2
Parity: odd, even, none
Modem Control
Flow Control
DTR, DSR
Hardware: CTS/RTS
Software: XON/XOFF
Reset
Front panel recessed push button.
Power Input
Removable screw terminal block connector
9-30 VDC or 9-24 VAC with chassis ground
2.3 Watts maximum
Network Interface
2 RJ45 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet ports
Embedded unmanaged fully compliant 802.3u non-blocking Ethernet switch
Store and forward architecture with 1K MAC address lookup table
Automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover
Full duplex IEEE 802.3x flow control
Half-duplex back pressure flow control
IEEE 802.1d spanning tree
Dimensions
Weight
123 x 57 x 88 mm (4.85 x 2.25 x 3.45 in), terminal blocks included
0.21 kg (0.46 lb)
Temperature
Humidity
Case
Operating range: -40°C to +70° C (-40 to 158 degrees F)
20% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing
High-impact plastic case with integrated DIN-rail (35 mm) mount
IP30 enclosure rating
Protocols Supported
ARP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, Telnet, ICMP, SNMP, DHCP, BOOTP, TFTP, and HTTP
ModBus TCP, ModBus ASCII/RTU, DF1 Multi-Master
Installable Industrial
Protocols
Management
Internal web server (Standard Tunneling firmware only)
SNMP (read only)
Serial login
Telnet login
DeviceInstaller software
System Software
DeviceInstaller, Windows® 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP-based configuration software
Com Port Redirector, Windows® 98/NT/2000/XP-based virtual com port software
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A:Technical Specifications
Category
Description
LEDs
TX/RX activity per serial
Link/Activity per Ethernet port
Power/System OK
Isolation
8 KV direct contact, 15 KV air discharge, ESD protection on all serial ports (IEC 1000-4-2,
IEC 61000-4-2)
2 K VAC / 2.8K VDC galvanic isolation between power input port to Ethernet ports (except
chassis ground)
2 K VAC / 2.8K VDC galvanic isolation between power input port to serial ports
Transient Voltage protection and ESD with max non-repetitive surge current 800 A (8/20
us) (IEC 61000-4-2)
2 K VAC / 2.8K VDC galvanic isolation between Ethernet ports (except chassis ground)
2 K VAC / 2.8K VDC galvanic isolation between Ethernet ports to serial ports
40 A (5/50 ns) EFT protection (IEC 61000-4-4), 12 A (8/20 us) lightning protection (IEC
61000-4-5) on all Ethernet ports
Agency Approvals
UL, CSA, FCC, CE, TUV, CTick, VCCI, FM Class 1, Div. 2
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B: Lantronix Cables and Adapters
Lantronix P/N Description
Applications
500-103
6’ RJ45-to DB9F
Included with XPress DR+ for setup or device
connectivity.
Connects the RJ45 RS232 serial ports of XPress DR+ to
a DB9M DTE interface of a PC or serial device.
200.2062
Cable Ethernet CAT5; RJ45, 2 m (6.6 ft)
Connects the XPress DR+ Ethernet ports to an Ethernet
switch/hub or is used for cascading from one XPress
DR+ to another.
Connects the XPress DR+ serial RJ45 RS232 ports to a
device using one of the adapters listed below.
200.2063
200.2064
200.2065
Cable Ethernet CAT5; RJ45, 5 m (16.4 ft)
Cable Ethernet CAT5; RJ45, 10 m (32.8 ft)
Cable Ethernet CAT5; RJ45, 15 m (49.2 ft)
Connects the XPress DR+ Ethernet ports to an Ethernet
switch/hub or is used for cascading from one XPress
DR+ to another.
Connects the XPress DR+ serial RJ45 RS232 ports to a
device using one of the below listed adapters.
Connects the XPress DR+ Ethernet ports to an Ethernet
switch/hub or is used for cascading from one XPress
DR+ to another.
Connects the XPress DR+ serial RJ45 RS232 ports to a
device using one of the adapters listed below.
Connects the XPress DR+ Ethernet ports to an Ethernet
switch/hub or is used for cascading from one XPress
DR+ to another.
Connects the XPress DR+ serial RJ45 RS232 ports to a
device using one of the adapters listed below.
200.2066A
200.2067A
200.2069A
200.2070A
Adapter RJ45-to-DB25M
Adapter RJ45-to-DB25F
Adapter RJ45-to-DB9M
Adapter RJ45-to-DB9F
Allows a standard straight-pinned CAT5 cable to connect
the XPress DR+ RJ45 serial ports to the DB25F DCE
interface of a serial device.
Allows a standard straight-pinned CAT5 cable to connect
the XPress DR+ RJ45 serial ports to the DB25M DTE
interface of a serial device.
Allows a standard straight-pinned CAT5 cable to connect
the XPress DR+ RJ45 serial ports to the DB9F DCE
interface of a serial device.
Allows a standard straight-pinned CAT5 cable to connect
the XPress DR+ to the DB9M DTE interface of a PC or
serial device.
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C: Alternative Methods of Assigning an IP
Address
Earlier chapters describe how to assign a static IP address using DeviceInstaller, Web-
Manager, and Setup Mode (through a Telnet or serial connection). This section covers
other methods for assigning an IP address over the network.
DHCP
The unit ships with a default IP address of 0.0.0.0, which automatically enables DHCP. If
a DHCP server exists on the network, it provides the unit with an
IP address, gateway address, and subnet mask when the unit boots up.
You can use the DeviceInstaller software (if applicable) to search the network for the
DHCP-assigned IP address and add it to the list of devices retrieved.
Note: This DHCP address does not appear in the unit’s Setup Mode or in Web-
Manager. You can determine your unit’s DHCP-assigned IP address in Monitor
Mode. When you enter Monitor Mode from the serial port with network
connection enabled and issue the NC (Network Communication) command, you
see the unit’s IP configuration.
AutoIP
The unit ships with a default IP address of 0.0.0.0, which automatically enables
Auto IP within the unit. AutoIP is an alternative to DHCP that allows hosts to obtain an IP
address automatically in smaller networks that may not have a DHCP server. A range of
IP addresses (from 169.254.0.1 to 169.254.255.1) has been explicitly reserved for
AutoIP-enabled devices. Do not use this range of Auto IP addresses over the Internet.
‹
If your unit cannot find a DHCP server, and you have not manually assigned an
IP address to it, the unit automatically selects an address from the AutoIP
reserved range. Then, your unit sends out a (ARP) request to other nodes on the
same network to see whether the selected address is being used.
‹
‹
If the selected address is not in use, the unit uses it for local subnet
communication.
If another device is using the selected IP address, the unit selects another
address from the AutoIP range and reboots. After reboot, the unit sends out
another ARP request to see if the selected address is in use, and so on.
AutoIP does not replace DHCP. The unit continues to look for a DHCP server on the
network. If it finds a DHCP server, the unit switches to the DHCP server-provided
address and reboots.
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Note: If a DHCP server is found, but it denies the request for an IP address, the
unit does not attach to the network, but waits and retries.
You can disable AutoIP by setting the unit’s IP address to 0.0.1.0. This setting enables
DHCP but disables AutoIP.
BOOTP
Similar to DHCP, but for smaller networks. Automatically assigns the IP address for a
specific duration of time.
ARP and Telnet
If the unit has no IP address, you can use Address Resolution Protocol (ARP).
To assign a temporary IP address:
1. On a UNIX or Windows-based host, create an entry in the host's ARP table using
the intended IP address and the hardware address of the unit (on the product
label on the bottom of the unit).
arp -s 191.12.3.77 00:20:4a:xx:xx:xx
Note: For the ARP command to work on Windows 95, the ARP table on
the PC must have at least one IP address defined other than its own.
2. If you are using Windows 95, type ARP -A at the DOS command prompt to verify
that there is at least one entry in the ARP table. If the local machine is the only
entry, ping another IP address on your network to build a new entry in the ARP
table; the IP address must be a host other than the machine on which you are
working. Once there is at least one additional entry in the ARP table, use the
following command to ARP an IP address to the unit:
arp -s 191.12.3.77 00-20-4a-xx-xx-xx
3. Open a Telnet connection to port 1. The connection fails quickly, but the unit
temporarily changes its IP address to the one designated in this step.
telnet 191.12.3.77 1
4. Open a Telnet connection to port 9999, and press Enter within five seconds to
go into Setup Mode. If you wait longer than five seconds, the unit reboots.
telnet 191.12.3.77 9999
Note: The IP address you just set is temporary and reverts to the default value
when the unit’s power is reset, unless you configure the unit with a static IP
address and store the changes permanently.
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D: Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions
Many of the unit’s configuration procedures require you to assemble a series of options
(represented as bits) into a complete command (represented as a byte).
The resulting binary value must be converted to a hexadecimal representation.
Converting Binary to Hexadecimal
Following are two simple ways to convert binary numbers to hexadecimal notation.
Conversion Table
Hexadecimal digits have values ranging from 0 to F, which are represented as 0-9, A (for
10), B (for 11), etc. To convert a binary value (for example, 0100 1100) to a hexadecimal
representation, treat the upper and lower four bits separately to produce a two-digit
hexadecimal number (in this case, 4C). Use the following table to convert values from
binary to hexadecimal.
Decimal Binary Hex
Decimal Binary Hex
0
0000
0
8
1000
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
0001
0010
0011
0100
0101
0110
0111
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
1001
1010
1100
1101
1110
1111
9
A
C
D
E
F
10
12
13
14
15
Scientific Calculator
Another simple way to convert binary to hexadecimals is to use a scientific calculator,
such as the one available on Windows’ operating systems. For example:
1. On the Windows’ Start menu, click ProgramsÆAccessoriesÆCalculator.
1. On the View menu, select Scientific. The scientific calculator displays.
2. Click Bin (Binary), and type the number you want to convert.
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3. Click Hex. The hexadecimal value displays.
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E: Compliance Information
Declaration of Conformity
(according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and BS 7514)
Manufacturer’s Name & Address:
Lantronix, 15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
Declares that the following product:
Product Name Model: XPress DR+
Description: 2-Port Industrial Device Server
Conforms to the following standards or other normative documents:
Safety:
UL 60950-1
CSA 22.2. No 60950-1-03
EN 60950-1
Electromagnetic Emissions and Immunity:
ITE
Emissions:
Immunity:
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A
EN55024: 1998 +A1: 2001 +A2: 2003
IEC_61000-4-2: 1995
IEC_61000-4-3: 1995
IEC_61000-4-4: 1995
IEC_61000-4-5: 1995
ICES-003 Issue 4 February 2004 Class A
AS/NZS CISPR 22: 2004 Class A
EN55022: 1998 + A1: 2000 + A2: 2003 CLASS A
EN61000-3-2: 2000 Class A
EN61000-3-3: 1995 +A1: 2001
IEC_61000-4-6: 1996
IEC_61000-4-8: 1993
IEC_61000-4-11: 1994
Industrial Environment
Emissions:
Immunity
FCC Part 18 Subpart C
EN61000-6-2: 2001 and AS/NZS
61000.6.2: 2002
ICES-001 Issue 4 July 2004
EN61000-6-4: 2001 and AS/NZS 4251.2: 1999
CISPR11
IEC_61000-4-2: 1995
IEC_61000-4-3: 1995
IEC_61000-4-4: 1995
IEC_61000-4-5: 1995
IEC_61000-4-6: 1996
IEC_61000-4-8: 1993
IEC_61000-4-11: 1994
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E: Compliance Information
Supplementary Information:
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 (CSA) and has been
verified as being compliant within the Class A limits of the FCC Radio Frequency Device
Rules (FCC Title 47, Part 15, Subpart B CLASS A), measured to CISPR 22: 1993 limits
and methods of measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of Information
Technology Equipment. The product complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage
Directive 72/23/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC.
Manufacturer’s Contact:
Director of Quality Assurance, Lantronix
15353 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
Tel: 949-453-3990
Fax: 949-453-3995
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F: Warranty
Lantronix warrants each Lantronix product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of TWO YEARS after the date of shipment. During this period,
if a customer is unable to resolve a product problem with Lantronix Technical Support, a
Return Material Authorization (RMA) will be issued. Following receipt of an RMA number,
the customer shall return the product to Lantronix, freight prepaid. Upon verification of
warranty, Lantronix will -- at its option -- repair or replace the product and return it to the
customer freight prepaid. If the product is not under warranty, the customer may have
Lantronix repair the unit on a fee basis or return it. No services are handled at the
customer's site under this warranty. This warranty is voided if the customer uses the
product in an unauthorized or improper way, or in an environment for which it was not
designed.
Lantronix warrants the media containing its software product to be free from defects and
warrants that the software will operate substantially according to Lantronix specifications
for a period of 60 DAYS after the date of shipment. The customer will ship defective
media to Lantronix. Lantronix will ship the replacement media to the customer.
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In no event will Lantronix be responsible to the user in contract, in tort (including
negligence), strict liability or otherwise for any special, indirect, incidental or
consequential damage or loss of equipment, plant or power system, cost of capital, loss
of profits or revenues, cost of replacement power, additional expenses in the use of
existing software, hardware, equipment or facilities, or claims against the user by its
employees or customers resulting from the use of the information, recommendations,
descriptions and safety notations supplied by Lantronix. Lantronix liability is limited (at its
election) to:
Refund of buyer's purchase price for such affected products (without interest).
Repair or replacement of such products, provided that the buyer follows the
above procedures.
There are no understandings, agreements, representations or warranties, express or
implied, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, other
than those specifically set out above or by any existing contract between the parties. Any
such contract states the entire obligation of Lantronix. The contents of this document
shall not become part of or modify any prior or existing agreement, commitment or
relationship.
For details on the Lantronix warranty replacement policy, go to our web site at
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Index
Adapters, 79
Hardware, 16
Addresses
Hardware address, 15
Host list
Hardware, 15
IP, 15
Setup Mode, 55
Applications, 13
ARP and Telnet, 81
AutoIP, 80
Web-Manager, 35
Industrial automation protocols, 12
Installation, 16
Binary to hexadecimals, 82
BOOTP, 81
IP address, 15, 26, 29, 80
Label, 25
Cables, 79
LEDs, 23
Cascading, 14, 21
Channel settings
Setup Mode, 50
Web-Manager, 36
Compliance and testing, 84
Configuration methods, 15
Connection settings
Setup Mode, 52, 59
Web-Manager, 39
Connectors
MAC address, 15
Monitor Mode, 71
Multi-drop Ethernet Connections, 14, 21
Network settings, 31
Setup Mode, 47
Web-Manager, 31
Port number, 15, 52
Power requirements, 22
Product descriptions, 11
Reset, 22
Ethernet, 17, 20
Screw terminal, 19
Serial, 17, 18
Saving settings
Setup Mode, 46
Web-Manager, 43
Security settings, 48, 64
Serial interface, 17, 18
Serial port, 15
Serial tunneling, 13
Server settings
Setup Mode, 47
Web-Manager, 33
Setup Mode
Serial port connection, 45, 71
Telnet connection, 44
Specifications, 15, 77
Technical Support, 76
Telnet port, 15
TFTP downloads, 68
Warranty, 86
Web-Manager, 30
Contacts, 2
Current settings, 27
Default settings
Setup Mode, 43, 67
Web-Manager, 43
DeviceInstaller, 26
DHCP, 80
Dimensions, 24
Documentation, 10
Error messages, 73
Escape sequence, 59
Ethernet address, 15
Ethernet ports, 17, 20
Expert settings, 63
Firmware updates, 68
Front panel, 17
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+1 630 245-1445, +1 630 245-1717 FAX
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