Kantech KT-NCC Quick Configuration Manual

KT-NCC

Network Communications Controller

Quick Configuration Guide

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Purpose of this Document

This Quick Setup Guide is intended for users who are already familiar with Kantech products and have some
knowledge of network configuration.

This document is aimed at describing the configuration steps required to establish communication between
EntraPass Global Edition and one or several KT-NCC communication controllers, taking into account your
environment and your network architecture.
Note that this document does not replace the reference guide that came with the KT-NCC communication
controller and the EntraPass Global Edition software.

Reference Documents

The following documents are reference documents for EntraPass Global Edition and the KT-NCC
communications controller:

• KT-NCC Network communication controller, Installation Manual, DN1611.

• EntraPass Global Edition Reference Manual DN1316.

• How to Migrate to the KT-NCC DN1661.

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Table of Contents

Purpose of this Document ........................................................................................................ 1

Reference Documents .............................................................................................................. 1

Table of Contents ..........................................................................................................2

Introduction ..................................................................................................................3

How to Proceed ....................................................................................................................... 3

Network Architectures ..................................................................................................4

Local Area Network (LAN) Architecture ..................................................................................... 4

Possible LAN Configurations ....................................................................................................4

Wide Area Network (WAN) Architecture .................................................................................... 7

Network Configuration Scenario ...................................................................................8

Default KT-NCC Parameters ..................................................................................................... 8

KT-NCC Connections Diagram ................................................................................................ 9

Flash Patterns of the LED Indicator .........................................................................................10

Table of Communication Timings .............................................................................................10

Before Connecting and Configuring the KT-NCC .......................................................................11

Configuring a Static IP Address (LAN) ........................................................................ 12

To Configure a Static Address (LAN) .......................................................................................12

Initializing the KT-NCC in Factory Reset Mode .....................................................................13

Connecting the KT-NCC to the Network ...............................................................................13

Assigning the KT-NCC Static IP Address .............................................................................13

Registering the KT-NCC on the EntraPass Global Edition Server ..........................................16

Configuring the KT-NCC in EntraPass Global Edition ........................................................... 16

Verifying the Connection Status ..........................................................................................19

Configuring the EntraPass DHCP IP Address (LAN) ...................................................20

To configure an EntraPass DHCP Address (LAN) .....................................................................20

Initializing the KT-NCC in Factory Reset Mode .....................................................................20

Registering the KT-NCC to the EntraPass Global Edition Server ...........................................21

Activating the EntraPass DHCP ...........................................................................................22

Configuring the KT-NCC in EntraPass Global Edition ........................................................... 22

Connecting the KT-NCC to the Network ...............................................................................23

Verifying the Connection Status ..........................................................................................25

Configuring a Enterprise DHCP IP Address (LAN) .....................................................26

To configure a Enterprise DHCP address (LAN) .......................................................................26

Initializing the KT-NCC in Factory Reset Mode .....................................................................26

Connecting the KT-NCC to the Network ...............................................................................27

Registering the KT-NCC to the EntraPass Global Edition Server ...........................................27

Configuring the KT-NCC in EntraPass Global Edition ........................................................... 28

Verifying the Connection Status ..........................................................................................31

WAN Network .............................................................................................................. 32

Configuring a DHCP Address (WAN) ........................................................................................33

Initializing the KT-NCC in Factory Reset Mode .....................................................................33

Port Forwarding ................................................................................................................. 33

Connecting the KT-NCC ...................................................................................................... 33

Registering the KT-NCC to the EntraPass Global Edition Server ...........................................34

Entering Router Parameters on the Server ........................................................................... 35

Configuring the KT-NCC in EntraPass Global Edition ........................................................... 35

Verifying the Connection Status ..........................................................................................37

My Network Configuration ...........................................................................................38

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Introduction

How to Proceed

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Before you start installing KT-NCC hardware, you have to determine the configuration that best corresponds
to your network architecture. This information is crucial for the good operation of the Kantech products that
you will install.
We suggest that you contact the Network Administrator of the site where you will install the KT-NCC so that
he can provide you with all network information that is essential for the good operation of the KT-NCC.

First, determine the architecture of the site and the corresponding configuration scenario.
Next, you should:

• assemble the network information required to configure the KT-NCC;

• register and configure the KT-NCC in EntraPass Global Edition.

We have divided this manual so that, as soon as you determine the pertaining type of architecture and
environment, you can follow the configuration instructions that correspond to your environment before
connecting additional components.

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Network Architectures

There are two types of network architectures: Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN).
Each of these types of architecture has various possible configurations. In addition, you will notice that there
are two constants in LAN and WAN network configuration: assigning the IP address for communication
between the controllers and the server by assigning a fixed address or by letting the DHCP server to assign a
dynamic IP address.
We suggest that you carefully read the following section in order to correctly select the scenario that best
matches the environment where you will install the KT-NCC.

Local Area Network (LAN) Architecture

A local network enables users to communicate, exchange data and share resources in an internal network. A
local network can be made up of a server and one or several controllers connected to the server through a
hub or switch.
Whatever the case, an IP address has to be assigned so that the KT-NCC controllers and the EntraPass
server can communicate. When the EntraPass server is used, a static or DHCP address can be assigned to
establish the communication. When the Enterprise server is used, the DHCP server assigns a dynamic IP
address.

Possible LAN Configurations

There are three possible ways of configuring the KT-NCC in EntraPass Global Edition:

Static IP Address: You will use this type of configuration in an environment where the Network

•

Administrator will determine the IP addresses for communication between the EntraPass server and
the KT-NCC controller. The IP address will be configured using the KT-NCC Web Configuration tool.

EntraPass DHCP IP Address: You will use this type of configuration in an environment where the

•

EntraPass DHCP server assigns the reserved IP addresses automatically for communication with the
KT-NCC controller(s). The IP address will be configured directly in the EntraPass Global Edition
software.

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Note: You will use the EntraPass DHCP server only when there are no other DHCP servers on the local

network.

• Enterprise DHCP IP Address: You will use this type of configuration in an environment where the

Enterprise DHCP server will assign IP addresses automatically for communication with the KT-NCC
controller(s).

Note: Figure 1 on page 5 shows a LAN architecture with a static IP address; figure 2 shows a LAN

architecture with an EntraPass DHCP server. Figure 3 on page 6 shows a LAN architecture with a
Enterprise DHCP server.

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EntraPass Server

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KT-NCC

Switch

Figure 1: Local Network with EntraPass Server for Static IP Address

EntraPass
DHCP Server

KT-NCC

Switch

Figure 2: Local Network with EntraPass DHCP Server

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EntraPass Server

Enterprise DHCP Server
already installed

Switch

KT-NCC

Figure 3: Local Network with Enterprise DHCP Server

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Wide Area Network (WAN) Architecture

A wide area network is generally deployed on a long geographic distance and connects two or several local
networks. The wide area network may use public networks to communicate and transmit data between the
distant networks.

In a WAN, IP addresses can be reserved or the server could be left to assign IP addresses automatically
(DHCP).

Note: We prefer the use of a static IP address for the KT-NCC since the routers have to be configured

to forward ports with static addresses.

When sites that are distant from the network are protected by routers, a public address will be used for
communication between the EntraPass server and the remote KT-NCC controller(s). The supplier of the
public network or the Network Administrator should be able to provide you with this public IP address.

Figure 4 shows an example of an architecture in a WAN network.

EntraPass Server

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W A N

Router #1 Router #2

Figure 4: Wide Area Network (WAN)

KT-NCC

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Network Configuration Scenario

In the previous section, we determined that there are two types of network architecture: LAN and WAN, and
that, for every type of architecture, we can either assign reserved IP addresses or let the DHCP server
assign addresses dynamically.
Now that you have determined the appropriate configuration scenario, and before proceeding with the
installation and configuration of the KT-NCC and the EntraPass Global Edition, you have to assemble the
network information that is required to configure the KT-NCC controller.
To facilitate the task for you, we have prepared diagrams to illustrate every configuration scenario
presented in the previous section. We have thus included a blank page and a table at the end of the
manual that you can use to insert your specific configuration if it does not match the models shown.

Note: Please note that information such as the IP address entered in all dialog boxes in this manual

are fictional. They are used only as examples.

It is important at this stage, if you have not already done so, to contact the Network Administrator where the
KT-NCC will be installed to obtain as much information as possible so that you can enter it in the diagram
that matches your network environment. We suggest that you always have a copy of the diagram close by,
and keep a copy with your KT-NCC controller.

Default KT-NCC Parameters

You will use the following parameters when configuring the KT-NCC.

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Ethernet Port #1

DHCP

MAC Addresses

• Ethernet Port #1 is DHCP and is used to connect the KT-NCC to the EntraPass server.

Ethernet Port #1 is configured in DHCP mode by default. It is advisable to always use the default value

•

Activated

00-50-F9-XX-XX-XX

18710. However, in an environment where you would have to do port forwarding and where you have to

configure several KT-NCCs on the same network segment, ensure that every KT-NCC has a unique
port number in order to avoid IP address conflicts.

• The

MAC Address is found on the top right, under Ethernet Port #1 of the KT-NCC printed circuit. (See

Figure 5: KT-NCC Connections Diagram on page 9.)

Ethernet Port #2

Static IP Address

Subnet Mask

MAC Addresses

• Ethernet Port # 2 is used to configure the KT-NCC using the KT-NCC Web Configuration tool. It can

also be used to connect TCP/IP sites.

• The

MAC Address is found on the top right, under Ethernet Port #2 of the KT-NCC printed circuit. (See

Figure 5: KT-NCC Connections Diagram on page 9.)

192.168.0.2

255.255.255.0

00-50-F9-XX-XX-XX

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KT-NCC Connections Diagram

The KT-NCC connections diagram in Figure 5 below shows the top section of the KT-NCC printed circuit. The
diagram shows you the key items to which we will be referring when configuring the KT-NCC in the EntraPass
Global Edition software.

It contains Ethernet Ports #1 and #2 on the top right, the RS-232 connection port on the top left, MAC
addresses #1 and #2 under the corresponding Ethernet ports, as well as the Vital indicator (LED), under the
RS-232 connection.

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Ethernet Network

Ethernet Port #1

RS-232 Connection

Vital LED light

MAC Address #1

MAC Address #2

Ethernet Port #2

JP2

JP3

For further information on the installation of the KT-NCC, please refer to the KT-NCC Manual - Network
Communications Controller, Installation Manual DN1611.

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Reset button

Figure 5: KT-NCC Connections Diagram

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Flash Patterns of the LED Indicator

A blue LED indicator has been placed on the KT-NCC printed circuit enabling you to see the various states of
the system. The indicator is located on top of the circuit, under the RS-232 connection

(See Figure 5: KT-NCC Connections Diagram on page 9.)

Pulses Description Patterns

1 flash/sec KT-NCC is communicating with the server.

Fast flashes KT-NCC is no longer communicating with the server.

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Steady on

(15-30 sec)

Quick flashes

(May last from

15-30 sec)

Quick flashes

(May last up to

90 sec.)

1 long flash/sec KT-NCC is in factory reset mode.

4 flashes on per

sec/1 sec

steady off

KT-NCC is starting up.

Preparing to reboot.
DO NOT POWER DOWN OR RESET DURING THIS
PROCESS.

Firmware update.
DO NOT POWER DOWN OR RESET DURING THIS

PROCESS.

KT-NCC is in hard reset mode.

Table of Communication Timings

A communication timing parameter can be configured for the KT-NCC in a WAN architecture. This parameter
determines the communication frequency (latency period) between the EntraPass server and the KT-NCC.
This parameter will be adjusted based on the complexity and size of the network. For example, when the
network architecture is simple, a communication timing will be set to faster. On the other hand, when the
network architecture is large and complex a slower communication timing will be more appropriate. It is
important for the communication timing to be well configured in order to avoid communication breakdowns.
Once more, we suggest that you consult the Network Administrator in order to measure the complexity of the
network architecture where you will install the KT-NCC.

The communication timing parameter is found in the Gateway dialog, under the
EntraPass Global Edition.

Table 1: Vital LED Flash Patterns

Ethernet Port #1 tab of the

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Parameter Communication timing

Very fast Latency period: max 300 ms

Fast Latency period: max 800 ms

Average Latency period: max 1500 ms

Slow Latency period: max 2500 ms

Ver y slow Latency period: max 4000 ms

Extremely slow Latency period: max 6000 ms

Table 2: KT-NCC Communication Timings

Before Connecting and Configuring the KT-NCC

• Before connecting the KT-NCC to the Entrapass network, ensure that you have version 3.17 or later of

the EntraPass Global Edition software.

• Use an appropriate network cable (minimum CAT-5) to connect the KT-NCC to the network that houses

the EntraPass server Global Edition.

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