Industrial Managed Switch
7 - 10/100BASE-TX Ethernet Ports
3 - Gigabit RJ45/SFP Combo Ports
User Guide
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Table of Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7
Hardware Installation ........................................................................................................................9
Connect the Power and Ground................................................................................................................. 9
Connect the Digital Input s and Relay Outputs ...................................................................................10
Mount the ES8510 ........................................................................................................................................ 11
Connect the Ethernet Ports ...................................................................................................................... 12
Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports 8-10) .................................................................................... 13
LED Descriptions......................................................................................................................................... 13
Panel Layout................................................................................................................................................. 14
Reset Button ................................................................................................................................................. 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 ES8510 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 ............................................................................................................................................... 45
Switch Setting........................................................................................................................................... 45
Admin Password ....................................................................................................................................... 46
IP Configuration ....................................................................................................................................... 47
Time Setting.............................................................................................................................................. 49
DHCP Server Configuration .................................................................................................................... 52
DHCP Leased Entries .............................................................................................................................. 54
DHCP Relay Agent ................................................................................................................................... 55
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Backup and Restore.................................................................................................................................. 57
Backup the Configuration - Local File Method ................................................................................ 58
Restore the Configuration - Local Method........................................................................................59
Backup the Configuration - TFTP Server Method ........................................................................... 60
Restore the Configuration - TFTP Server Method ........................................................................... 61
Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................................... 61
Upgrading Firmware (Local File)...................................................................................................... 62
Upgrading Firmware (TFTP Server)................................................................................................. 62
Load Default.............................................................................................................................................. 63
System Reboot........................................................................................................................................... 64
Port Configuration ...................................................................................................................................... 65
Port Control............................................................................................................................................... 65
Port Status ................................................................................................................................................ 67
Rate Control .............................................................................................................................................. 68
Port Trunking ........................................................................................................................................... 69
Aggregation Setting ........................................................................................................................... 69
Aggregation Status............................................................................................................................. 70
Network Redundancy................................................................................................................................. 71
STP Configuration .................................................................................................................................... 72
STP Port Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 73
STP Information ....................................................................................................................................... 74
MSTP Configuration................................................................................................................................. 76
MSTP Port Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 79
MSTP Information.................................................................................................................................... 80
Redundant Ring ........................................................................................................................................ 82
Redundant Ring Information ................................................................................................................... 83
Loop Protection ......................................................................................................................................... 84
VLAN............................................................................................................................................................... 85
VLAN Port Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 86
VLAN Configuration................................................................................................................................. 87
GVRP Configuration................................................................................................................................. 90
VLAN Table .............................................................................................................................................. 91
Private VLAN................................................................................................................................................ 92
PVLAN Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 92
PVLAN Port Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 93
PVLAN Information ................................................................................................................................. 94
Traffic Prioritization .........................................................................................................
......................... 95
QoS Setting ............................................................................................................................................... 95
CoS-Queue Mapping ................................................................................................................................. 96
DSCP-Queue Mapping ............................................................................................................................. 97
Multicast Filtering ...................................................................................................................................... 98
IGMP Snooping......................................................................................................................................... 99
IGMP Query ............................................................................................................................................ 100
Unknown Multicast ................................................................................................................................ 100
SNMP ............................................................................................................................................................ 101
SNMP Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 101
SNMP V3 Profile..................................................................................................................................... 102
SNMP Traps............................................................................................................................................ 103
Security ........................................................................................................................................................ 104
Port Security ........................................................................................................................................... 104
IP Security............................................................................................................................................... 105
802.1x Configuration .............................................................................................................................. 106
802.1x Port Configuration ...................................................................................................................... 107
802.1x Port Status .................................................................................................................................. 109
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Warning........................................................................................................................................................ 110
Fault Relay.............................................................................................................................................. 110
Event Selection ....................................................................................................................................... 112
SysLog Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 113
SMTP Configuration............................................................................................................................... 114
Monitor and Diag....................................................................................................................................... 115
MAC Address Table ................................................................................................................................ 115
Port Statistics ......................................................................................................................................... 117
Port Mirroring......................................................................................................................................... 118
Event Log ................................................................................................................................................ 119
Topology Discovery (LLDP) .................................................................................................................... 120
Ping Utility.............................................................................................................................................. 121
Device Front Panel.................................................................................................................................... 122
Save to Flash............................................................................................................................................... 123
Logout........................................................................................................................................................... 123
Configuration Using the Command Line Interface (CLI) ......................................................125
Overview...................................................................................................................................................... 125
Using the Serial Console ........................................................................................................................ 126
Using a Telnet/SSH Console .................................................................................................................. 128
Command Line Interface Introduction ................................................................................................ 129
User EXEC Mode .................................................................................................................................... 130
Accessing the Options for a Command................................................................................................. 130
Privileged EXEC Mode ........................................................................................................................... 132
Global Configuration Mode .................................................................................................................... 133
(Port) Interface Configuration ............................................................................................................... 134
(VLAN) Interface Configuration ............................................................................................................ 135
Command Mode Summary ...................................................................................................................... 135
VTY Configuration Locked (Error Message)....................................................................................... 137
Basic Settings (CLI) .................................................................................................................................. 138
Port Configuration (CLI) ......................................................................................................................... 144
Network Redundancy (CLI) .................................................................................................................... 148
VLAN (CLI) .................................................................................................................................................. 156
Private VLAN (CLI) ................................................................................................................................... 159
Traffic Prioritization (CLI) ..................................................................................................................... 163
Multicast Filtering (CLI).......................................................................................................................... 166
SNMP (CLI) ................................................................................................................................................. 169
Security (CLI) ............................................................................................................................................. 170
Warnings (CLI) ........................................................................................................................................... 172
Monitor and Diag (CLI) ............................................................................................................................ 175
Saving to Flash (CLI) ................................................................................................................................ 178
Logging Out (CLI)...................................................................................................................................... 178
Service (CLI) ............................................................................................................................................... 178
Complete CLI List............................................................................................................................179
User EXEC Mode ........................................................................................................................................ 179
Privileged EXEC Mode ............................................................................................................................. 180
Global Configuration Mode..................................................................................................................... 185
Port Interface Configuration Mode....................................................................................................... 190
VLAN Interface Configuration Mode .................................................................................................... 192
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ModBus TCP /IP Support ...............................................................................................................193
Overview...................................................................................................................................................... 193
Modbus TCP/IP Function Codes ............................................................................................................ 194
Error Checking .......................................................................................................................................... 194
Exception Response .................................................................................................................................. 195
Modbus TCP Register Table.................................................................................................................... 195
CLI Commands for Modbus TCP/IP ...................................................................................................... 202
Technical Support ...........................................................................................................................203
Comtrol SFP Modules ............................................................................................................................... 203
Comtrol Private MIB................................................................................................................................. 203
Comtrol Support ........................................................................................................................................ 203
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Introduction
The ES8510 and the ES8510-XT are managed industrial Ethernet switches that are equipped with seven 10/
100BASE-TX ports and three Combo ports.
The three Gigabit Combo ports provide:
• Copper RJ45 Ethernet ports (10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-TX)
• SFP slots (100BASE-FX and 1000BASE-SX/LX)
When an SFP port is active and installed on a Combo port, the corresponding Combo RJ45 port is inactivated.
For example, if an SFP transceiver is installed and active on 8SFP port, Combo RJ45 Port 8 becomes inactive.
The embedded software supports full Layer 2 networking features. In addition, ES8510 provides ring
redundancy, network control, security, and alert features. The ES8510 also supports an RS-232 console
interface for out of band management. The ES8510 has a rugged aluminum housing and was designed for
industrial environments. The ES8510 provides a wide operating temperature and the ES8510-XT is NEMA
TS2 certified and provides an extended operating temperature.
The ES8510 is managed by Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) and Remote Monitoring (RMON).
Security is enhanced with advanced features such as IEEE 802.1Q VLAN and port/IP security. Performance is
optimized by QoS and IGMP Snooping/Query. Redundant Ring technology enables superb self-healing
capability for network failure and it also provides an advanced redundant network solution; Ring Coupling
and Rapid Dual Homing technology. Ring Coupling and Rapid Dual Homing technology means that an
Ethernet Ring can be extended more easily whether with Comtrol switches or other managed switches.
Event warnings can be sent to the network administrator by email or system log and to field engineers by
relay output.
This guide refers to the ES8510 unless there is something specific to the ES8510-XT.
Detailed specifications are available for the ES8510
You can refer to Feature Overview
on Page 37 for web user interface features.
or ES8510-XT.
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Introduction
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Hardware Installation
AC Power Input
AC Power Input
Power Suppl y
12-48VDC
(UL Listed)
Power Supply
12-48VDC
(UL Listed)
V-
V+
V-
V+
12 - 24AWG Wire
12 - 24AWG Wire
Wiring Power Supplies
Positive and negative power system inputs are both accepted, but PW1 and
PW2 must be applied in the same mode.
You can use the following subsections to install the RocketLinx ES8510:
• Connect the Power
• Connect the Digital Input s and Relay Outputs on Page 10
• Mount the ES8510
• Connect the Ethernet Ports
• Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports
• LED Descriptions
• Panel Layout
• Reset Button
Connect the Power and Ground
You can use the following procedure to connect power and the ground to the ES8510.
1. Connect the DC power inputs.
a. Insert positive and negative wires (12-24AWG) into the PW+ and PW- 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.
and Ground
on Page 11
on Page 12
8-10) on Page 13
on Page 13
on Page 14
on Page 14
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Digital Input
b. Tighten the wire-clamp screws to prevent the wires from coming loose.
• PW1 and PW2 support power redundancy and reverse polarity protection.
• Accepts a positive or negative power source but PW1 and PW2 must apply to the same mode.
• If both power inputs are connected, the ES8510 is powered from the highest connected voltage.
• The ES8510 can emit an alarm if PW1 or PW2 are no longer receiving power. See the Warn ing
discussion on Page 110
to configure an alarm.
2. Connect a ground wire between the chassis and earth ground using
12-24AWG wire to ensure that the ES8510 is not damaged by noise
or electrical shock.
a. Loosen the chassis ground screw on the bottom of the ES8510.
b. Insert the ground wire.
c. Tighten the ground screw after the earth ground wire is
connected.
Connect the Digital Input s and Relay Outputs
The ES8510 provides two digital inputs and two digital outputs (dry relay output) on terminal block
connectors on the bottom of the unit. The fault conditions can be configured in the web user interface or
Command Line Interface (CLI) and include:
•DI State
• Power failure
• Ethernet port link break
•Dry output
• Ping failure
• Super Ring failure
You can configure events using one of the ES8510 user interfaces (Fault Relay
Line Interface (Global Configuration Mode
on Page 133).
The Digital Input pin can be pulled
high or low so that the connected
equipment can actively drive these
pins. The web user interface allows
you to read and set the value to the
connected device. The power input
voltage of logic low is 0 to 10VDC and
logic high is 11 to 30VDC. Do not apply
a higher voltage than the specification;
it may cause internal circuit damage
or a cause an incorrect DI action.
on Page 110) or the Command
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Digital Output
1. If necessary, use the screws to attach DIN rail clip to the rear
panel of the ES8510. (To remove DIN rail clip, reverse Step 1.)
2. Insert the upper end of DIN rail clip into the back of DIN rail
track from its upper side.
3. Lightly push the bottom of DIN rail clip into the track.
4. Verify that the DIN rail clip is tightly attached on the track.
5. To remove the ES8510 from the track, reverse the steps above.
DIN Rail Mounting
Follow the steps below to install the ES8510
with the wall mounting plate:
1. To remove the DIN rail clip from the ES8510, loosen the screws from the DIN rail clip.
2. Place the wall mounting plate on the rear panel of the ES8510.
3. Use the screws to attach the wall mounting plate to the ES8510.
4. Use the hook holes at the corners of the wall mounting plate to hang the ES8510 onto
the wall.
5. To remove the wall mounting plate, reverse the steps above.
Wal l Mount Installation
Digital output relay contacts are
energized (open) for normal operation
and close for fault conditions. The
digital output relay contacts support up
to 1A at 30VDC. Do not apply voltage
and current higher than the
specifications.
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 ES8510
You can use the following procedure to mount the ES8510 on a DIN rail or on the wall.
The DIN rail clip is already attached to the ES8510. If the DIN rail clip is not screwed onto the ES8510, follow
the instructions and the figure below to attach DIN rail clip to the ES8510.
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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
100BASE-TX
10BASE-TX
Connect the Ethernet Ports
You can use the following information to connect standard Ethernet cables between the ES8510 Ethernet
ports and the network nodes.
• Ports 1-7 are Fast Ethernet (10/100BASE-TX) ports.
• Ports 8-10 are RJ45/SFP Combo Gigabit ports that support 10/100/1000BASE-TX, 100BASE-FX, and
1000BASE-X)
See Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports 8-10) on Page 13 for information about SFP installation.
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. 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, 4, or 5 cable
• 100BASE-TX: Category 5 or 5e cable
• 1000BASE-TX: Category 5 or 5e cable
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The SFP cage is 2 x1 design.
Link/
Speed
Connect SFP Transceivers (Combo Ports 8-10)
The ES8510 equips three SFP ports combined
with RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet ports (Ports 8-10).
The SFP ports accept standard mini GBIC SFP
transceivers that support 100BASE-FX/
1000BASE-X.
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.
LED Descriptions
This subsection provides information about the ES8510 LEDs. You can also refer to Device Front Panel on
Page 122 for information about using the web user interface to remotely view LED information.
LED Name LED On LED Blinking LED Off
Power 1
Power 2
DO1 (Digital Output)
DO2 (Digital Output)
DI1 (Digital Input)
DI2 (Digital Input)
R.M. (ring master) Green: Working as a Ring
1 - 7 (Fast Ethernet)
8 - 10 (Gigabit)
SFP
RJ45
Green: Power available No power
Red: DO activated DO not activated
Green: DI activated DI not activated
Green: Ring failed Ring function disabled or
Master
Green: Linked to another
device
Amber: Full-Duplex
Green: Connected
Green: Active connection
Green: Active traffic
Green: Active
connection
Green: Active
connection
the ES8510 is on a ring
but not the ring master
Not connected
Collision
Plugged in but not linked
up
Not connected
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Combo Port
LEDs
SFP Ports
Gigabit Ports
Combo Ports
10/100BASE-TX
RS-232 Console
Port
100BASE-FX
Reset Button
Fast Ethernet Ports
1000BASE-SX/LX
10/100/1000BASE-TX
Panel Layout
The ES8510 provides ten 10/100BASE-TX ports of which three are Combo ports (RJ45/SFP).
Reset Button
The ES8510has a reset button that you can use to reboot the ES8510 or reset the configuration to the factory
default.
Reset Button Description
Depress 5 Seconds This reboots the ES8510 without changing the configuration.
Depress > 10
Seconds
The Reset button is located on the front panel of the ES8510 .
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This loads the factory default configuration values into the
ES8510 including the IP address.
Using PortVision DX
There are several ways to configure network information. Comtrol Technical Support recommends connecting
the ES8510 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 ES8510 to verify that the latest versions are loaded
(Page 22
• Download the latest version firmware and bootloader and upload it to the ES8510 (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 ES8510 using these
subsections:
• IP Configuration
• Firmware Upgrade
• Basic Settings (CLI)
) before configuration
maintain device information on your network (
on Page 47
on Page 61
on Page 138
)
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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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 ES8510 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 ES8510 switches, if they are
in the same network segment.
Use the Software and Documentation CD that came with the ES8510 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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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 ES8510 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 ES8510 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 ES8510 for which you want to program network information and open the Properties screen
using one of these methods.
• Double-click the ES8510 in the Device Tree or Device List pane.
• Highlight the ES8510 in the Device Tree or Device List pane and click the Properties button.
• Right-click the ES8510 in the Device Tree or Device List pane and click Properties in the popup menu
• Highlight the ES8510, click the Manage menu and then Properties.
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Using PortVision DX
5. Optionally, rename the ES8510 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 ES8510.
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 ES8510.
Note: If you are deploying multiple ES8510 switches that share common values, you can save the
configuration file and load that configuration onto other ES8510 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 ES8510 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 125
• Right-click the ES8510 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 ES8510 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 ES8510 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 ES8510.
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 ES8510 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 ES8510 when the status returns to
ON-LINE.
6. Right-click the ES8510 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 ES8510 Switches
You can use this procedure if your ES8510 is connected to the host PC, laptop, or if the ES8510 resides on the
local network segment.
Note: Technical support does not advise uploading bootloader to multiple ES8510 switches. Remember that
uploading firmware reboots the ES8510, which depending on your network connections may cause
firmware uploading to fail on another ES8510.
1. If the ES8510 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 ES8510 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 ES8510 switches. The ES8510 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 ES8510 manually, if you do not want to scan the network to locate it or you want to preconfigure an ES8510 before connecting it to the network. Optionally, you can also add unmanaged devices or
RocketLinx switches to maintain information about devices on the network.
See the PortVision DX help system for additional information about adding unmanaged RocketLinx switches
or third party devices or switches.
Use the following procedure to add a remote ES8510 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 ES8510. 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 ES8510.
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 ES8510 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 ES8510
switches.
Saving a Configuration File
Use this procedure to save a configuration file.
1. Highlight the ES8510 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 ES8510 configuration file. Load a configuration file
and apply it to a selected ES8510 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 ES8510 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 ES8510 in the Device List pane, click Tracker, and then click ON.
The ES8510 SYS LED will flash for five seconds.
2. If necessary, you may need to click Tra ck er 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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