Juniper Systems Mesa Ethernet Dock User Manual

owner’s manual

Mesa Ethernet Dock

The Mesa Ethernet Dock is an optional accessory that
provides an ethernet port for networking, power input
jack, USB client port, and a mounting station for the Mesa
Rugged Notepad.

Ethernet Features and Specications:

 10/100 Mbps twisted pair ethernet

 IEEE802.3 10 Base-T / 100Base-TX

 Manages twisted pair crossover detection and

correction

 Supports full duplex and ow control

 Supports half duplex with back pressure operation

 Ethernet driver software pre-installed on Mesa

Note: Communication software is required to communicate
with the Mesa using an ethernet system. This software is not
included with the ethernet dock.

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Boom view showing power jack and ports:

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1 Power input jack: 12VDC for power input and battery

charging. This jack is used to power the Ethernet dock
and the Mesa. (The power port on the Mesa is not
accessible when it is in the ethernet dock.)

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2 USB client port access: This is a through connection

to the Mesa USB client port for connection to the host
computer.

3 Ethernet port: The ethernet port is for RJ45 twisted pair

ethernet cables, 10/100 Mbps.

LED indicators on port:

- Yellow LED indicates a speed of 100 Mbps

- Green LED indicates that there is data activity

Using the Ethernet Dock

1. Secure the ethernet dock to a wall or select another

mounting option (see the next section for details).

2. Connect a 12V power supply to provide power and

charge the Mesa baeries. Options:

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a. Wall charger provided with the Mesa

b. Vehicle charger cable (optional)
c. Larger capacity power supply for multiple docks

3. Use a CAT5 or CAT6 twisted pair ethernet cable
to connect the dock to an ethernet switch or to an
internal network. The cable length should not exceed
100 meters.

4. Place the Mesa into the dock (instructions are given
later in this manual). The Mesa automatically turns
on if it isn’t already on. Set the orientation for desired
viewing while in the dock.

5. Use communication software to communication
with the Mesa over an ethernet network. (This

can be custom software for your specic needs or

mobile management software available from third

party vendors such as MobiControl by SOTI, www.
SOTI.net. For more information, go to hp://www.

junipersys.com/Juniper-Systems-Rugged-Handheld­Computers/support/Knowledge-Base).

Mounting Options

Accessories are available for using the ethernet dock as a
desktop base, mounting it onto a vehicle, and mounting it

onto a pole. You can also aach it directly to a wall.

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