Industrial Rack Mount
Managed PoE Switch
24 - 10/100BASE-TX PoE/PoE Plus Ports
4 - Gigabit RJ45/SFP Ports
User Guide
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Document Number: 2000509 Rev C
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Table of Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7
Hardware Installation ........................................................................................................................9
Connect the Power and Ground................................................................................................................. 9
Connect the Digital Inputs or Relay Output......................................................................................... 11
Mount the ES7528 ........................................................................................................................................ 11
Connect the Ethernet Ports ...................................................................................................................... 12
Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports 25-28) .................................................................................. 13
LED Descriptions......................................................................................................................................... 14
Using PortVision DX .........................................................................................................................15
NetVision ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
PortVision DX Overview ............................................................................................................................ 16
PortVision DX Requirements.................................................................................................................... 16
Installing PortVision DX............................................................................................................................ 17
Configuring the Network Settings .......................................................................................................... 19
Checking the Firmware Version .............................................................................................................. 22
Uploading the Latest Firmware or Bootloader .................................................................................... 23
Uploading Firmware to Multiple ES7528 Switches ............................................................................. 24
Adding a New Device in PortVision DX ................................................................................................. 25
Using Configuration Files ......................................................................................................................... 26
Saving a Configuration File ..................................................................................................................... 26
Loading a Configuration File ................................................................................................................... 26
Using the LED Tracker............................................................................................................................... 27
Customizing PortVision DX ...................................................................................................................... 28
Accessing RocketLinx Documentation from PortVision DX ............................................................. 29
How to Download Documentation ........................................................................................................... 29
How to Open Previously Downloaded Documents .................................................................................. 30
Configuration Using the Web User Interface.............................................................................. 31
Configuration Overview ............................................................................................................................ 31
Web User Interface ................................................................................................................................... 32
Secure Web User Interface....................................................................................................................... 34
Feature Overview ........................................................................................................................................ 37
Basic Settings ............................................................................................................................................... 46
Switch Setting........................................................................................................................................... 46
Admin Password ....................................................................................................................................... 47
IP Configuration ....................................................................................................................................... 48
Time Setting.............................................................................................................................................. 50
Jumbo Frame ............................................................................................................................................ 53
DHCP Server Configuration .................................................................................................................... 54
DHCP Leased Entries .............................................................................................................................. 56
DHCP Relay Agent ................................................................................................................................... 57
Backup and Restore.................................................................................................................................. 58
Backup the Configuration - Local File Method ................................................................................ 59
Restore the Configuration - Local Method ........................................................................................61
Backup the Configuration - TFTP Server Method ........................................................................... 62
Restore the Configuration - TFTP Server Method ........................................................................... 63
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Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................................... 63
Upgrading Firmware (Local File)...................................................................................................... 64
Upgrading Firmware (TFTP Server)................................................................................................. 65
Load Default.............................................................................................................................................. 65
System Reboot........................................................................................................................................... 65
Port Configuration ...................................................................................................................................... 66
Port Control............................................................................................................................................... 66
Port Status ................................................................................................................................................ 68
Rate Control .............................................................................................................................................. 70
Storm Control............................................................................................................................................ 71
Port Trunking ........................................................................................................................................... 72
Aggregation Setting ........................................................................................................................... 72
Aggregation Status............................................................................................................................. 73
Power over Ethernet................................................................................................................................... 74
PoE Control ............................................................................................................................................... 74
PoE Scheduling ......................................................................................................................................... 77
PoE Status................................................................................................................................................. 78
Network Redundancy................................................................................................................................. 79
STP Configuration .................................................................................................................................... 80
STP Port Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 81
STP Information ....................................................................................................................................... 82
MSTP Configuration................................................................................................................................. 84
MSTP Port Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 87
MSTP Information.................................................................................................................................... 88
Redundant Ring ........................................................................................................................................ 90
Redundant Ring Information ................................................................................................................... 91
VLAN............................................................................................................................................................... 92
VLAN Port Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 93
VLAN Configuration................................................................................................................................. 95
GVRP Configuration................................................................................................................................. 98
VLAN Table .............................................................................................................................................. 99
Private VLAN.............................................................................................................................................. 100
PVLAN Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 100
PVLAN Port Configuration .................................................................................................................... 101
PVLAN Information ............................................................................................................................... 102
Traffic Prioritization ................................................................................................................................ 103
QoS Setting ............................................................................................................................................. 103
CoS-Queue Mapping ............................................................................................................................... 104
DSCP-Queue Mapping ........................................................................................................................... 105
Multicast Filtering .................................................................................................................................... 106
IGMP Snooping....................................................................................................................................... 107
IGMP Query ............................................................................................................................................ 108
Unknown Multicast ................................................................................................................................ 108
GMRP Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 109
SNMP ............................................................................................................................................................ 110
SNMP Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 110
SNMP V3 Profile..................................................................................................................................... 111
SNMP Traps............................................................................................................................................ 112
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Security ........................................................................................................................................................ 113
Filter Set (Access Control List) .............................................................................................................. 113
MAC Filter (Port Security) .............................................................................................................. 114
IP Filter............................................................................................................................................. 116
Filter Attach ..................................................................................................................................... 118
802.1x Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 119
802.1x Port Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 120
802.1x Port Status .................................................................................................................................. 122
Warning........................................................................................................................................................ 123
Fault Relay.............................................................................................................................................. 123
Event Selection ....................................................................................................................................... 125
SysLog Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 126
SMTP Configuration............................................................................................................................... 127
Monitor and Diag....................................................................................................................................... 128
MAC Address Table ................................................................................................................................ 128
Port Statistics ......................................................................................................................................... 130
Port Mirroring......................................................................................................................................... 131
Event Log ................................................................................................................................................ 132
Topology Discovery (LLDP) .................................................................................................................... 133
Ping Utility.............................................................................................................................................. 134
Device Front Panel.................................................................................................................................... 135
Save to Flash............................................................................................................................................... 136
Logout........................................................................................................................................................... 136
Configuration Using the Command Line Interface (CLI) ......................................................137
Overview...................................................................................................................................................... 137
Using the Serial Console ........................................................................................................................ 138
Using a Telnet/SSH Console .................................................................................................................. 141
Command Line Interface Introduction ................................................................................................ 142
User EXEC Mode .................................................................................................................................... 143
Accessing the Options for a Command................................................................................................. 143
Privileged EXEC Mode ........................................................................................................................... 145
Global Configuration Mode .................................................................................................................... 146
(Port) Interface Configuration ............................................................................................................... 147
(VLAN) Interface Configuration ............................................................................................................ 148
Command Mode Summary ...................................................................................................................... 148
VTY Configuration Locked (Error Message)....................................................................................... 150
Basic Settings (CLI) .................................................................................................................................. 151
Port Configuration (CLI) ......................................................................................................................... 157
Power over Ethernet (CLI)...................................................................................................................... 161
Network Redundancy (CLI) .................................................................................................................... 166
VLAN (CLI) .................................................................................................................................................. 175
Private VLAN (CLI) ................................................................................................................................... 178
Traffic Prioritization (CLI) ..................................................................................................................... 182
Multicast Filtering (CLI).......................................................................................................................... 185
SNMP (CLI) ................................................................................................................................................. 189
Security (CLI) ............................................................................................................................................. 190
Warnings (CLI) ........................................................................................................................................... 192
Monitor and Diag (CLI) ............................................................................................................................ 195
Saving to Flash (CLI) ................................................................................................................................ 198
Logging Out (CLI)...................................................................................................................................... 198
Service (CLI) ............................................................................................................................................... 198
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Complete CLI List............................................................................................................................199
User EXEC Mode ........................................................................................................................................ 199
Privileged EXEC Mode ............................................................................................................................. 200
Global Configuration Mode..................................................................................................................... 205
Port Interface Configuration Mode....................................................................................................... 210
VLAN Interface Configuration Mode.................................................................................................... 212
ModBus TCP /IP Support ...............................................................................................................213
Overview...................................................................................................................................................... 213
Modbus TCP/IP Function Codes ............................................................................................................ 214
Error Checking .......................................................................................................................................... 214
Exception Response .................................................................................................................................. 215
Modbus TCP Register Table.................................................................................................................... 215
CLI Commands for Modbus TCP/IP ...................................................................................................... 222
Technical Support ...........................................................................................................................223
Comtrol SFP Modules ............................................................................................................................... 223
Comtrol Private MIB................................................................................................................................. 223
Comtrol Support ........................................................................................................................................ 223
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Introduction
The ES7528 is a rack mount high-port density managed PoE switch designed exclusively for highly critical
PoE applications such as real-time IP video surveillance with high-resolution quality and evolving wireless
communication systems such as Wimax and IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n access points.
The ES7528 provides a total of 28-ports:
• 24 Fast Ethernet PoE injector ports that can deliver 15.4 Watts (IEEE 802.3af) or 32 Watts (high power
PoE IEEE 802.3at)
• 4 Gigabit copper/SFP Combo uplink Ethernet ports
With network redundancy technology, the ES7528 can aggregate up to twelve Fast Ethernet and two Gigabit
rings while providing high-quality data transmission with less than 5ms network recovery time. To ensure
traffic switching without data loss and blocking, the ES7528 provides a 12.8G backplane with an integrated
non-blocking switching function. The ES7528 incorporates LLDP functionality and works with NetVision to
allow administrators to automatically discover devices and efficiently manage the industrial network
performance in large-scale surveillance networks. The ES7528 supports AC and dual 53VDC power inputs
that can be aggregated to provide redundancy. The ES7528 also provides alarm relay output signaling
functionality.
The ES7528 provides advanced Layer 2 management features including IGMP Query/Snooping, DHCP, 256
VLAN, QoS, LACP, LPLD, and the corrosion resistant robust design, the ES7528 is a revolutionary solution
for industrial surveillance applications.
Detailed specifications are available for the ES7528
You can refer to Feature Overview
on Page 37 for web user interface features.
.
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Introduction
8 - Introduction RocketLinx ES7528 User Guide: 2000509 Rev. C
Hardware Installation
Wire: 12 to 22 AWG
DC Input: 53VDC
You can use the following subsections to install the RocketLinx ES7528:
• Connect the Power
• Connect the Digital Inputs or Relay Output on Page 11
• Mount the ES7528
• Connect the Ethernet Ports
• Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports
• LED Descriptions
Connect the Power and Ground
You can use the following procedure to connect power and the ground to the ES7528. The ES7528 is equipped
with both AC and DC1/DC2 power inputs.
1. Connect the power cord to the AC power input connector.
Note: To reach the maximum total power budget, power inputs must
be aggregated. Refer to the following table for detailed
information.
2. Connect the DC power inputs.
a. Insert positive and negative wires (12-24AWG) into the V+ and V-
contacts.
Note: Power should be disconnected from the power supply before
connecting it to the switch. Otherwise, your screw driver
blade can inadvertently short your terminal connections to
the grounded enclosure.
b. Tighten the wire-clamp screws to prevent the wires from coming loose.
and Ground
on Page 11
on Page 12
25-28) on Page 13
on Page 14
Electrical Specifications Value
IEEE 802.3af 48VDC (46-57VDC)
Power Input Voltage
DC1/DC2
Power Input Voltage PSU/AC power
PoE Output Voltage
PoE Power/Port
(Maximum)
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IEEE 802.3at 53VDC (50-57VDC)
AC and DC1/DC2
aggregated
DC1/DC2 aggregated DC1=DC2†
IEEE 802.3af 44-57VDC
IEEE 802.3at 50-57VDC
IEEE 802.3af 15.4W
IEEE 802.3at 32W
53VDC 8.2A
(maximum)
100-250VAC
47~63Hz
4A
Hardware Installation
Electrical Specifications Value
DC1 400W
Power Budget
DC2 400W
PSU/AC Power 300W
Total Power Budget
Minimum Up to 568W
Maximum Up to 720W
Power Consumption Maximum 28W without PD load
† The ES7528 provides redundant or aggregated power inputs, depending on the
voltage of the power input. If there are more than two power inputs connected with
different voltages, the ES7528 is powered from the highest connected voltage
(redundant power). If the voltages of power inputs are the same, the total power
output is aggregated.
For example, to reach 700W, you can aggregate the power inputs accordingly:
• AC = 300W and DC1/2=400W
• DC1 = 350W and DC2/ = 350W
• PWR1 and PWR2 support power redundancy and reverse polarity protection.
• Accepts a positive or negative power source but PWR1 and PWR2 must apply to the same mode.
• If both power inputs are connected, the ES7528 is powered from the highest connected voltage.
• The ES7528 can emit an alarm if PWR1 or PWR2 are no longer receiving power. See the Warning
discussion on Page 123
to configure an alarm.
3. Connect a ground wire between the chassis and earth ground using 12-24AWG wire to ensure that the
ES7528 is not damaged by noise or electrical shock.
a. Loosen the earth ground screw on the back of the ES7528.
b. Insert the ground wire.
c. Tighten the ground screw after the earth ground wire is connected.
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Wire: 12 to 22 AWG
Digital Output (Relay) 1A/24VDC
Power
Source
Alarm/
PLC Input
-
+
Ground the chassis to earth ground
Temperature: Verify that the rack environment temperature conforms to the
specified operating temperature range. If necessary, refer to the Comtrol web site for
operating temperature ranges.
Mechanical Loading: Do not place any equipment on top of the switch. In a high
vibration environment, additional rack mounting protection is necessary.
Grounding: Rack-mounted equipment should be properly grounded. On the back
panel of the ES7528, there is one earth ground screw. Loosen the earth ground screw
with a screwdriver; then tighten the screw after earth ground wire is connected.
Connect the Digital Inputs or Relay Output
If desired, connect the Digital or Relay Output. The relay contacts are energized, (open) for normal operation
and close for fault conditions. The fault conditions include:
•Dry output
• Power failure
• Ethernet port link break
• Ping failure
• Super ring failure
You can configure the fault relay settings in the ES7528 web user interface (Fault Relay
through the Command Line Interface (Global Configuration Mode
on Page 146).
on Page 123) or
1. Insert the positive and negative wires (12-24 AWG) into V+ and V-.
2. Tighten the wire-clamp screws to prevent the wires from coming loose.
Mount the ES7528
You can use the following procedure to mount the ES7528 into a rack.
1. Attach the brackets to the ES7528 by using the screws provided in the rack mounting kit.
2. Mount the ES7528 in a 19-inch rack by using the four rack-mounting screws provided in the kit.
Note: When installing multiple switches in high temperature environments, reserve 0.5U-1U of free space
between the switches. It is important to disperse the heat generated by the ES7528.
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TX D1+ 1
TX D1- 2
RX D2+ 3
RX D2- 6
BI D3+ 4
BI D3- 5
BI D4+ 7
BI D4- 8
1 RX D2+
2 RX D2-
3 TX D1+
6 TX D1-
4 BI D4+
5 BI D4-
7 BI D3+
8 BI D3-
Straight-Through Cabling
TX D1+ 1
TX D1- 2
RX D2+ 3
RX D2- 6
BI D3+ 4
BI D3- 5
BI D4+ 7
BI D4- 8
1 RX D2+
2 RX D2-
3 TX D1+
6 TX D1-
4 BI D4+
5 BI D4-
7 BI D3+
8 BI D3-
Crossover Cabling
10/100BASE-TX
1000BASE-TX
Connect the Ethernet Ports
You can use the following information to connect standard Ethernet cables between the ES7528 Ethernet
ports and the network nodes.
• Ports 1-24 are Fast Ethernet (10/100BASE-TX) PoE ports that are IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and IEEE 802.3at
(PoE Plus) compliant. The ports provide 48VDC at 350mA (maximum 15.4W/port) or provide 53VDC at
606mA (maximum 32W/port). The following table shows the RJ45 PoE pin-out assignment.
• Ports 25-28 are RJ45/SFP Combo Gigabit ports that support Gigabit/1000BASE-SX/LX/LHX/ZD/ZX
See Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports 25-28) on Page 13 for information about SFP installation.
The following table shows the RJ45 PoE pin-out assignment.
.
Pin
10/100BASE-TX PoE
(Alternative A)
1000BASE-TX
1 RX + and Vport - BI_DA+
2 RX - and Vport - BI_DA-
3 TX + and Vport + BI_DB+
4NC BI_DC+
5NC BI_DC-
6 TX - and Vport + BI_DB-
7NC BI_DD+
8NC BI_DD-
All of the Ethernet ports automatically detect the signal from the connected devices to negotiate the link
speed and duplex mode (half- or full-duplex). Auto MDI/MDIX allows you to connect another switch, hub, or
workstation without changing straight-through or crossover cables. Crossover cables cross-connect the
transmit lines at each end to the received lines at the opposite end.
Connect one side of an Ethernet cable into any switch port and connect the other side to your attached device.
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The SFP cage is 2 x1 design.
The LNK/ACT LED is lit when the cable is correctly connected. Always make sure that the cables between
the switches and attached devices (for example, switch, hub, or workstation) are less than 100 meters (328
feet) and meet these requirements.
• 10BASE-T: Category 3 or higher cable
• 100BASE-TX: Category 5 or higher cable
• 1000BASE-TX: Category 5 or higher cable
• IEEE 802.3af: Category 5 cable
• IEEE 802.3at:Category 5e / 6 cable
Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports 25-28)
The ES7528 equips four Gigabit SFP ports
combined with RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports
(Ports 25-28). The SFP ports accept standard
mini GBIC SFP transceivers that support
1000BASE-X (1000BASE-SX/LX/LHX/XD/ZX).
To ensure system reliability, Comtrol
recommends using Comtrol certified SFP
Transceivers.
1. Plug the SFP transceiver into the SFP fiber
transceiver.
2. Connect the transmit channel to the receive
channel at each end.
3. Check the direction/angle of the fiber transceiver and the fiber cable.
Note: This is a Class 1 Laser/LED product. Do not stare at the Laser/LED Beam.
The SFP port does not function until the fiber cable is linked to another active device. The SFP and
corresponding RJ45 ports work in an exclusive mode. Traffic sent or received through the SFP module has
priority thus no traffic is sent or received over the corresponding RJ45 connection. To use the RJ45
connection, remove the corresponding SFP.
Multi-Mode cables should not exceed 2KM and Single-Mode cables should not exceed 30km.
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LED Descriptions
This subsection provides information about the ES7528 LEDs. You can also refer to Device Front Panel on
Page 135 for information about using the web user interface to remotely view LED information.
LED Name LED On LED Blinking LED Off
DC1 (Power)
DC2 (Power)
Power available
Power not available
Power is off
PSU (AC power) Power available Power not available Power is off
Alarm Alarm activated Alarm not activated
R.S. (Super-Ring
Redundancy
Manager)
Green: Normal Ring
state
Amber: Abnormal Ring
state
Green Flashing: Incorrect
configuration
Amber Flashing: The break has
been detected to be local to one of
Super-Ring not active
the ports
Sys (System) System ready System is uploading firmware or
System not ready
the system is rebooting
LEDs 1-24
Link/Act
Duplex
LEDs G1-G4
Link/Act
Duplex
Green: 100M
Yellow: 10M
Green: Full-Duplex
Duplex:
Full-Duplex
Green (802.3af): 1000M
Blue (802.3at): 1000M
Yellow: 10M
Link/Act:
Green: 1000M
Yellow: 10M or 100M
Not connected
Half-Duplex
Link/Act:
Not connected
Duplex:
Half-Duplex
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Using PortVision DX
There are several ways to configure network information. Comtrol Technical Support recommends connecting
the ES7528 to a PC or laptop running Windows
This section shows how to use PortVision DX for initial network configuration and discusses how to:
• Install PortVision DX (Page 17
• Configure the network address (Page 19
• Check the firmware and bootloader version on the ES7528 to verify that the latest versions are loaded
(Page 22
• Download the latest version firmware and bootloader and upload it to the ES7528 (Page 23
• Perform other PortVision DX tasks, such as:
- Adding a new RocketLinx (managed or unmanaged) or a third party device to PortVision DX to
- Using configuration files for use in configuring multiple installations with the same features (Page 26)
- Using the LED Tracker (Page 27)
• Organize how PortVision DX displays your Comtrol Ethernet attached products (Page 26)
• Access the latest documentation for your Comtrol Ethernet attached product
Optionally, you can use the web user interface or the CLI to perform these tasks on the ES7528 using these
subsections:
• IP Configuration
• Firmware Upgrade
• Basic Settings (CLI)
) before configuration
maintain device information on your network (
on Page 48
on Page 63
on Page 151
)
and installing PortVision DX for initial configuration.
)
)
Page 25)
NetVision
NetVision, the configuration utility that only supported RocketLinx has been replaced by PortVision DX,
which supports all Comtrol Ethernet attached products.
If you are familiar with NetVision and wish to use it, NetVision
status, meaning that it is no longer being maintained. If any bugs or issues exist, Technical Support will have
you load and use PortVision DX.
is still available but has been moved to Legacy
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Using PortVision DX
PortVision DX Overview
PortVision DX automatically detects Comtrol Ethernet attached products physically attached to the local
network segment so that you can configure the network address, upload firmware, and manage the following
products:
• RocketLinx (managed) switches
• DeviceMaster family
- DeviceMaster PRO
- DeviceMaster RTS
- DeviceMaster Serial Hub
- DeviceMaster 500
•DeviceMaster UP
•DeviceMaster LT
• IO-Link Master family
In addition to identifying Comtrol Ethernet attached products, you can use PortVision DX to display any
third-party switch and hardware that may be connected directly to those devices. All non-Comtrol products
and unmanaged RocketLinx switches are treated as non-intelligent devices and have limited feature support.
For example, you cannot configure or update firmware on a third-party switch.
PortVision DX Requirements
Use PortVision DX to identify, configure, update, and manage the ES7528 on the following Windows operating
systems:
• Windows 8/8.1
• Windows Server 2012
•Windows 7
• Windows Server 2008
•Windows Vista
• Windows Server 2003
•Windows XP
PortVision DX requires that you connect the Comtrol Ethernet attached product to the same network segment
as the Windows host system if you want to be able to scan and locate it automatically during the configuration
process.
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Using PortVision DX
Installing PortVision DX
During initial configuration, PortVision DX automatically detects and identifies ES7528 switches, if they are
in the same network segment.
Use the Software and Documentation CD that came with the ES7528 to check for the latest version of
PortVision DX or use the link below to download the latest version.
1. Locate PortVision DX using one of the following methods to download the latest version:
• Software and Documentation CD: You can use the CD menu system to check the version on the CD
against the latest released version.
• FTP site subdirectory:
ftp://ftp.comtrol.com/rocketlinx/portvision_dx
Note: Depending on your operating system, you may need to
respond to a Security Warning to permit access.
2. Execute the PortVision_DX[version].msi file.
3. Click Next on the Welcome screen.
.
4. Click I accept the terms in the License Agreement and Next.
5. Click Next or optionally, browse to a different location and
then click Next.
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Using PortVision DX
6. Click Next to configure the shortcuts.
7. Click Install.
8. Depending on the operating system, you may need to click Ye s to the Do you want to allow the following
program to install software on this computer? query.
9. Click Launch PortVision DX and Finish in the last
installation screen.
10. Depending on the operating system, you may need to click
Ye s to the Do you want to allow the following program to
make changes to this computer? query.
11. Go the next subsection to use PortVision DX to program the
network information.
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Using PortVision DX
You can save time if you only scan for RocketLinx switches.
Configuring the Network Settings
The ES7528 has the following default values when shipped from the factory:
• IP address: 192.168.250.250
• Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
• Gateway address: 192.168.250.1
Use the following procedure to change the default network settings on the ES7528 for your network.
1. If necessary, start PortVision DX using the PortVision DX desktop shortcut or from the Start button, click
All Programs > Comtrol > PortVision DX > PortVision DX.
Note: Depending on your operating system, you may need to click Ye s to the Do you want to allow the
following program to make changes to this computer? query.
2. Click the Scan button in the Toolbar.
3. Select the Comtrol Ethernet attached products that you want to locate and then click Scan.
Note: If the Comtrol Ethernet attached product is not on the local segment and it has been programmed
with an IP address, it will be necessary to manually add the Comtrol Ethernet attached product to
PortVision DX.
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Using PortVision DX
4. Highlight the ES7528 for which you want to program network information and open the Properties screen
using one of these methods.
• Double-click the ES7528 in the Device Tree or Device List pane.
• Highlight the ES7528 in the Device Tree or Device List pane and click the Properties button.
• Right-click the ES7528 in the Device Tree or Device List pane and click Properties in the popup menu
• Highlight the ES7528, click the Manage menu and then Properties.
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Using PortVision DX
5. Optionally, rename the ES7528 in the Device Name field for a PortVision DX friendly name. The default
name displays as Device and the last three sets of hex numbers from the MAC address.
Note: The MAC address and Device Status fields are automatically populated and you cannot change
these values.
6. Optionally, enter the serial number, which is on a label on the ES7528.
7. Select DHCP IP or Static IP for the IP Mode.
• If you select DHCP IP, go to Step 8
.
• If you select Static IP:
- Enter a unique IP address as required for your site.
- Enter a valid Subnet Mask value for your network.
- Enter a valid Default Gateway value for your network.
8. Optionally, select the Network Topology type, which is an informational field.
9. Click Apply Changes to update the network information on the ES7528.
Note: If you are deploying multiple ES7528 switches that share common values, you can save the
configuration file and load that configuration onto other ES7528 switches. See Using Configuration
Files on Page 26 for more information.
10. Click Close to exit the Properties window.
11. You should verify that you have the latest firmware loaded on the ES7528 because a newer version
typically includes feature enhancements and bug fixes. Refer to Checking the Firmware Version
22 and if necessary, Uploading the Latest Firmware
or Bootloader on Page 23.
on Page
12. If you have the latest firmware, you can begin feature configuration, see one of these sections:
• Configuration Using the Web User Interface
• Configuration Using the Command Line Interface (CLI)
on Page 31
on Page 137
• Right-click the ES7528 in the Device List pane and click Webpage in the popup menu.
Note: The default User Name and Password are both admin.
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Checking the Firmware Version
Checking your web interface and bootloader versions is easy in PortVision DX.
Comtrol recommends loading the latest firmware and bootloader so that you have all of the latest feature
enhancements and bug fixes.
1. If the ES7528 is not displayed in PortVision DX, click the Scan
button.
2. Select the Comtrol Ethernet attached product type and click the
Scan button.
3. Locate the ES7528 in the Device List pane. Under Software
Version:
• The first number reflects the firmware version.
• The second number displays the bootloader version.
4. Check the Comtrol ftp
site for the latest firmware and bootloader. Simply, click your product type and click
the Software link and check the latest version against the version on the ES7528.
Use the next subsection for procedures to upload the firmware (web interface) and bootloader.
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Uploading the Latest Firmware or Bootloader
You can use the following procedure to upload the latest firmware or bootloader.
1. If you have not done so, download the latest firmware and bootloader using the previous subsection.
2. Right-click the ES7528 in the Device List pane that you want to update, click Advanced --> Upload
firmware.
3. Navigate to the location of the firmware files, select the appropriate file, and then click Open.
4. Click Ye s to the Upload Firmware message.
5. Click Ok to the message notifying you that you should
wait to use the ES7528 when the status returns to
ON-LINE.
6. Right-click the ES7528 in the Device List pane and click Refresh. Optionally, you can click the Refresh
button in the Toolbar and that refreshes all devices in PortVision DX.
7. Verify that the version change is reflected in under the Software Version.
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Uploading Firmware to Multiple ES7528 Switches
You can use this procedure if your ES7528 is connected to the host PC, laptop, or if the ES7528 resides on the
local network segment.
Note: Technical support does not advise uploading bootloader to multiple ES7528 switches. Remember that
uploading firmware reboots the ES7528, which depending on your network connections may cause
firmware uploading to fail on another ES7528.
1. If the ES7528 is not displayed in PortVision DX, click the Scan
button.
2. Select the Comtrol Ethernet attached product type and click the
Scan button.
3. Shift-click the multiple ES7528 switches on the Main screen that
you want to update and use one of the following methods:
•Click the Upload button.
• Right-click and then click Advanced > Upload Firmware.
•Click Advanced >Upload Firmware in the Manage menu.
4. Browse, click the firmware (.bin) file, Open (Please locate the new firmware), and then click Yes (Upload
Firmware).
It may take a few minutes for the firmware to upload onto all of the ES7528 switches. The ES7528 reboots
itself during the upload process.
5. Click Ok to the advisory message about waiting to use the device until the status reads ON-LINE.
In the next polling cycle, PortVision DX updates the Device List pane and displays the new firmware version.
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Adding a New Device in PortVision DX
You can add a new ES7528 manually, if you do not want to scan the network to locate it or you want to preconfigure an ES7528 before connecting it to the network. Optionally, you can also add unmanaged devices or
RocketLinx switches to maintain information about devices on the network.
See the PortVision DX help system for additional information about adding unmanaged RocketLinx switches
or third party devices or switches.
Use the following procedure to add a remote ES7528 to PortVision DX.
1. Access the New Device window using one of these methods:
•Click Add New > Device in the Manage menu.
• Right-click a folder or a RocketLinx switch in the Device Tree pane and click Add New > Device.
2. Select the appropriate RocketLinx in the Device Type drop list.
3. Select the appropriate model in the Device Model drop list.
4. Enter a friendly device name in the Device Name list box.
5. Optionally, enter the serial number in the Serial Number list box.
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6. Enter the IP Address for the ES7528. It is
not necessary to enter the Subnet Mask and
Default Gateway
7. Click Ok to close the Add New Device
window. It may take a few moments to save
the ES7528.
8. If necessary, click Refresh for the new
RocketLinx to display in the Device Tree or
Device List panes. The RocketLinx shows
OFF-LINE if it is not connected to the local
network or if an incorrect IP address was
entered.
Using Configuration Files
If you are deploying multiple ES7528 switches that share common firmware values, you can save the
configuration file (.dc) from the Main screen in PortVision DX and load that configuration onto other ES7528
switches.
Saving a Configuration File
Use this procedure to save a configuration file.
1. Highlight the ES7528 in the Device List pane and use one of the following methods:
•Click the Save button.
• Right-click and then click Configuration > Save.
2. Browse to the location you want to save the file, enter a file name, and click Save.
3. Click Ok to close the Save Configuration Completed message.
Loading a Configuration File
Use the following procedure to load a previously saved a ES7528 configuration file. Load a configuration file
and apply it to a selected ES7528 switch or switches from the Device List pane.
Use this procedure to load a configuration file using the Device List pane to one or more ES7528 switches.
1. Highlight the device or devices in the Device List pane and use one of the following methods:
•Click the Load button
• Right-click and then click Configuration > Load
2. Click Ye s to the warning that it will take 25 seconds per device and it may also reboot the devices.
3. Browse to the location of the configuration file, click the file name (.dc) and then Open.
4. Close the Load Configuration popup message.
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Using the LED Tracker
RocketLinx managed switches support the LED Tracker feature, which allows you to toggle on/off the LEDs
on a specific device so that you can locate the physical unit.
Use this procedure to toggle the LED Tracker feature on RocketLinx switches.
1. Right-click the ES7528 in the Device List pane, click Tracker, and then click ON.
The ES7528 SYS LED will flash for five seconds.
2. If necessary, you may need to click Tracker and ON several times to catch the flashing SYS LED.
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Customizing PortVision DX
You can customize how PortVision DX displays the devices. You can even create sessions tailored for specific
audiences. You can also add shortcuts to other applications using Tools > Applications > Customize feature.
The following illustrates how you can customize your view.
See the PortVision DX Help system for detailed information about modifying the view. For example, the above
screen shot illustrates devices layered in folders.
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Accessing RocketLinx Documentation from PortVision DX
You can use this procedure in PortVision DX to download and open the previously downloaded documents for
the RocketLinx.
How to Download Documentation
Use this procedure to initially download a document or documents.
1. If necessary, open PortVision DX.
2. Click Help > Documentation.
3. Optionally, click the DOWNLOAD THE CURRENT DOCUMENTATION CATALOG
ONLINE button to make sure that the latest documentation is available to
PortVision DX.
4. Select the product Category from the drop list.
5. Select the document you want to download from the Documentation drop list.
Note: This image may not reflect your RocketLinx.
6. Click the Download the latest edition from the web button.
Note: It may take a few minutes to download, depending on your connection speed. The document opens
automatically after it has downloaded.
7. Click Close if you have downloaded all of the documents that you wanted.
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How to Open Previously Downloaded Documents
Use the following procedure to access previously downloaded documents in PortVision DX.
Note: Optionally, you can browse to the Program Files (x86) > Comtrol > PortVision DX > Docs subdirectory and
open the document.
1. If necessary, open PortVision DX > Start/Programs > Comtrol > PortVision DX > PortVision DX or use the
desktop shortcut.
2. Click Help > Documentation.
3. Click the Open the local copy of the document button to view the document.
Note: This image may not reflect your RocketLinx.
Note: If the document fails to open, it may be that your browser has been disabled. You can still access the
document by clicking the Browse the folder for already downloaded documentation button and opening
the document with your custom browser.
4. Click Close in the Documentation... popup, unless you want to open or download other documents.
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