Lantronix 900-560 User Manual

XPort Pro

User Guide

Part Number 900-560

Revision D April 2012

Copyright & Trademark

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Patents

Patent #4,972,470; other patents pending.

Contacts

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Toll Free: 800-526-8766
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Disclaimer

Note: This product has been designed to comply with the limits for a Class B digital

device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC and EN5502 2:1998 Rules when pr operly enclosed and
grounded. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such
intererence radio interference in a residential installation. This equipm ent generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with
this guide, may cause interference to radio communications. See Appendix C -

Compliance on page 148.

The information in this guide may change without notice. The manufacturer assumes no
responsibility for any errors that may appear in this guide.For the latest revision of this product
document, please check our online documentation at www.lantronix.com/support/documentation

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Revision History

Date Rev. Comments

September 2009 A Initial Document
December 2010 B Updated for firmware version 5.2.0.0R20. Added support for Modbus

protocol, configurable MTU, and additional VIP tunnel connect

protocols; as well as improvements to SNMP, logging, and SSL.
March 2011 C Updated SDRAM information.
April 2012 D Added part number information. Updated for firmware version

5.2.0.1R5.

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Table of Contents

List of Figures _____________________________________________________________9
List of Tables _____________________________________________________________11

1: About This Guide 13

Chapter and Appendix Summaries ____________________________________________13
Additional Documentation ___________________________________________________14

2: Introduction 15

Key Features _____________________________________________________________15
Applications ______________________________________________________________16
Protocol Support _________________________________________________________16
Evolution OS™ __________________ _________________________________________16
Additional Features ________________________________________________________17

Modem Emulation ______________________________________________________17
Web-Based Configuration and Troubleshooting _______________________________17
Command-Line Interface (CLI) ____________________________________________17
VIP Access ___________________________________________________________17
SNMP Management ____________________________________________________17
XML-Based Architecture and Device Control _________________________________17
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) __________________________________________17
Enterprise-Grade Security _______________________________________________18
Terminal Server/Device Management ______________________________________18

Troubleshooting Capabilities _____________________________________________18
Configuration Methods _____________________________________________________19
Addresses and Port Numbers ________________________________________________19

Hardware Address _____________________________________________________19

IP Address ___________________________________________________________19

Port Numbers _________________________________________________________19
Product Information Label _________________________________________________ __20

3: Using DeviceInstaller 21

Accessing XPort Pro Using DeviceInstaller _____________________________________21
Device Details Summary ____________________________________________________21

4: Configuration Using Web Manager 23

Accessing Web Manager _________________________________________ __________23

Device Status Page ____________________________________________________24
Web Manager Page Components _____________________________________________25
Navigating the Web Manager ________________________________________________26

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5: Network Settings 28

Network 1 (eth0) Interface Status _____________________________________________28
Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration _______________________________________29
Network 1 Ethernet Link ____________________________________________________31

6: Line and Tunnel Settings 32

Line Settings _____________________________________________________________32

Line Statistics _________________________________________________________32

Line Configuration _____________________________________________________33

Line Command Mode ___________________________________________________35
Tunnel Settings __________________________________________________________ 36

Tunnel – Statistics _____________________________________________________37

Tunnel – Serial Settings _________________________________________________39

Tunnel – Packing Mode _________________________________________________40

Tunnel – Accept Mode __________________________________________________43

Tunnel – Connect Mode _________________________________________________46

Tunnel – Disconnect Mode _______________________________________________51

Tunnel – Modem Emulation ______________________________________________52

7: Terminal and Host Settings 55

Terminal Settings _________________________________________________________55

Line Terminal Configuration ______________________________________________55

Network Terminal Configuration ___________________________________________56
Host Configuration ________________________________________________________57

8: Configurable Pin Manager 59

Overview ________________________________________________________________59

Default Groups ________________________________________________________59

Custom Groups _______________________________________________________59
CPM: CP (Configurable Pins) ________________________________________________59

View CPs ____________________________________________________________60
CPM: Groups ____________________________________________________________62

View Groups __________________________________________________________62

9: Service Settings 66

DNS Settings _____________________________________________________________66
PPP Settings ____________________________________________________________ 67
SNMP Settings ___________________________________________________________69
FTP Settings ____________________________________________________________70
TFTP Settings ___________________________________________________________ 71
Syslog Settings ___________________________________________________________72
HTTP Settings ____________________________________________________________73

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HTTP Statistics ________________________________________________________74

HTTP Configuration ____________________________________________________75

HTTP Authentication ___________________________________________________77
RSS Settings _____________________________________________________________78
LPD Settings _____________________________________________________________79

LPD Statistics _________________________________________________________79

LPD Configuration _____________________________________________________80

10: Security Settings 82

SSH Settings _____________________________________________________________82

SSH Server Host Keys _________________________________________________83

SSH Server Authorized Users ____________________________________________ 87

SSH Client Known Hosts ________________________________________________89

SSH Client Users ______________________________________________________90
SSL Settings _____________________________________________________________92

SSL Cipher Suites _____________________________________________________92

SSL Certificates _______________________________________________________93

SSL RSA or DSA ______________________________________________________93

SSL Certificates and Private Keys _________________________________________93

SSL Utilities __________________________________________________________94

SSL Configuration _____________________________________________________95

11: Modbus 98

CP Control via Modbus _____________________________________________________98
Serial Transmission Mode __________________________________________________100
Modbus Statistics ________________________________________________________101
Modbus Configuration _____________________________________________________102

12: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings 103

Filesystem Settings _______________________________________________________103

Filesystem Statistics ___________________________________________________103

Filesystem Browser ___________________________________________________104
Protocol Stack Settings ____________________________________________________106

TCP Settings ________________________________________________________107

IP Settings __________________________________________________________108

ICMP Settings ________________________________________________________109

ARP Settings ________________________________________________________110

SMTP Settings _______________________________________________________111
IP Address Filter _________________________________________________________112
Query Port _____________________________________________________________113
Diagnostics _____________________________________________________________114

Hardware ___________________________________________________________114

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MIB-II Statistics _______________________________________________________115

IP Sockets __________________________________________________________116

Ping _______________________________________________________________116

Traceroute __________________________________________________________117

Log ________________________________________________________________118

Memory _____________________________________________________________ 120

Buffer Pools _________________________________________________________ 121

Processes ___________________________________________________________121
System Settings _________________________________________________________123

13: Advanced Settings 125

Email Settings ___________________________________________________________125

Email Statistics _______________________________________________________125

Email Configuration ___________________________________________________126
Command Line Interface Settings ____________________________________________128

CLI Statistics _________________________________________________________128

CLI Configuration _____________________________________________________128
XML Settings ____________________________________________________________130

XML: Export Configuration ______________________________________________131

XML: Export Status ____________________________________________________132

XML: Import Configuration ______________________________________________133

14: VIP Settings 139

Obtaining a Bootstrap File __________________________________________________139
Importing the Bootstrap File ________________________________________________139
Enabling VIP ____________________________________________________________140
Configuring Tunnels to Use VIP _____________________________________________140
Virtual IP (VIP) Statistics ___________________________________________________140
Virtual IP (VIP) Counters ___________________________________________________141
Virtual IP (VIP) Configuration _______________________________________________141

15: Branding the XPort Pro 143

Web Manager Customization _______________________________________________143
Short and Long Name Customization _________________________________________143

16: Updating Firmware 144

Obtaining Firmware _______________________________________________________144
Loading New Firmware ____________________________________________________144

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Appendix A - Technical Support 145

Appendix B - Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions 146

Converting Binary to Hexadecimal ___________________________________________146

Conversion Table _____________________________________________________146

Scientific Calculator ___________________________________________________147

Appendix C - Compliance 148

Index 150

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List of Figures

Figure 2-2 Sample Hardware Address ________________________________________________19
Figure 2-3 Product Label___________________________________________________________20
Figure 4-1 Prompt for User Name and Password________________________________________23
Figure 4-2 Web Manager Home Page ________________________________________________24
Figure 4-3 Components of the Web Manager Page______________________________________25
Figure 5-1 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Status ___________________________________________28
Figure 5-2 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration______________________________________29
Figure 5-4 Network 1 Ethernet Link __________________________________________________31
Figure 6-1 Line 1 Statistics _________________________________________________________32
Figure 6-2 Line 1 Configuration______________________________________________________33
Figure 6-4 Line 1 Command Mode___________________________________________________35
Figure 6-6 Tunnel 1 Statistics_____________________________ __________________________38
Figure 6-7 Tunnel 1 Serial Settings___________________________________________________39
Figure 6-9 Tunnel 1 Packing Mode (Mode = Disable) ____________________________________40
Figure 6-10 Tunnel 1 Packing Mode (Mode = Timeout)___________________________________41
Figure 6-11 Tunnel 1 Packing Mode (Mode = Send Character)_____________________________41
Figure 6-13 Tunnel 1 Accept Mode___________________________________________________44
Figure 6-15 Tunnel 1 - Connect _____________________________________________________47
Figure 6-17 Host 1, Host 2, Host 3 Exchanged__________________________________________50
Figure 6-18 Tunnel 1 Disconnect Mode _______________________________________________51
Figure 6-21 Tunnel 1 Modem Emulation_______________________________________________54
Figure 7-1 Terminal on Line Configuration_____________________________________________55
Figure 7-3 Terminal on Network Configuration__________________________________________56
Figure 7-5 Host Configuration_______________________________________________________57
Figure 8-1 CPM: CPs _____________________________________________________________60
Figure 8-4 CPM: Groups____________________________________ _______________________62
Figure 8-6 CPM: Group Status ______________________________________________________63
Figure 9-1 DNS Settings___________________________________________________________66
Figure 9-2 PPP Configuration Settings________________________________________________68
Figure 9-4 SNMP Configuration _____________________________________________________69
Figure 9-6 FTP Configuration _______________________________________________________70
Figure 9-8 TFTP Configuration______________________________________________________71
Figure 9-10 Syslog _______________________________________________________________73
Figure 9-12 HTTP Statistics ________________________________________________________74
Figure 9-13 HTTP Configuration_____________________________________________________75
Figure 9-15 HTTP Authentication ____________________________________________________77
Figure 9-17 RSS_________________________________________________________________79
Figure 9-19 LPD Statistics _________________________________________________________80
Figure 9-20 LPD Configuration______________________________________________________80
Figure 10-1 SSH Server: Host Keys (Upload Keys) ______________________________________83
Figure 10-3 SSH Server: Host Keys (Upload Keys) ______________________________________85
Figure 10-5 SSH Server: Host Keys (Create New Keys) __________________________________86
Figure 10-7 SSH Server: Authorized Users ____________________________________________88
Figure 10-9 SSH Client: Known Hosts ________________________________________________89
Figure 10-11 SSH Client: Users _____________________________________________________90
Figure 10-14 SSL ______________________________________________________ __________95
Figure 11-5 Modbus Statistics______________________________________________________101
Figure 11-6 Modbus Configuration __________________________________________________102
Figure 12-1 Filesystem Statistics _____________________________________________ ______103
Figure 12-2 Filesystem Browser____________________________________________________105

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Figure 12-4 TCP Protocol_________________________________________________________107
Figure 12-6 IP Protocol _______________________________________________ ___________108
Figure 12-8 ICMP Protocol ________________________________________________________109
Figure 12-10 ARP Protocol Page ___________________________________________________110
Figure 12-12 SMTP______________________________________________________________111
Figure 12-14 IP Address Filter Configuration __________________________________________112
Figure 12-16 Query Port Configuration_______________________________________________113
Figure 12-17 Diagnostics: Hardware_________________ ________________________________114
Figure 12-18 MIB-II Network Statistics _______________________________________________115
Figure 12-20 IP Sockets __________________________________________________________116
Figure 12-21 Diagnostics: Ping_____________________________________________________117
Figure 12-23 Diagnostics: Traceroute________________________________________________118
Figure 12-25 Diagnostics: Log _____________________________________________________119
Figure 12-26 Diagnostics: Log (Filesystem) ___________________________________________119
Figure 12-27 Diagnostics: Log (Line 1)_______________________________________________119
Figure 12-28 Diagnostics: Memory__________________________________________________120
Figure 12-29 Diagnostics: Buffer Pools_________________ ______________________________121
Figure 12-30 Diagnostics: Processes________________________________________________122
Figure 12-31 System_____________________________________________________________123
Figure 13-1 Email Statistics _______________________________________________________125
Figure 13-2 Email Configuration____________________________________________________126
Figure 13-4 CLI Statistics _________________________________________________________128
Figure 13-5 CLI Configuration_____________________________________________ _________129
Figure 13-7 XML: Export Configuration_______________________________________________131
Figure 13-9 XML: Export Status ____________________________________________________132
Figure 13-11 XML: Import Configuration______________________________________________133
Figure 13-12 XML: Import Configuration from External File _______________________________134
Figure 13-13 XML: Import from Filesystem ___________________________________________135
Figure 13-14 XML: Import Configuration from Filesystem ________________________________136
Figure 13-15 XML: Import Line(s) from Single Line Settings on the Filesystem________________137
Figure 14-1 VIP Status ___________________________________________________________140
Figure 14-2 VIP Counters_________________________________________________________141
Figure 14-4 VIP Configuration Page________________________________ _________________141
Figure 16-1 Update Firmware______________________________________________________144

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List of Tables

Table 2-1 XPort Pro Part Numbers___________________________________________________15
Table 3-1 Device Details Summary___________________________________________________21
Table 4-4 Summary of Web Manager Pages ___________________________________________26
Table 5-3 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration ______________________________________30
Table 5-5 Network 1 Ethernet Link ___________________________________________________31
Table 6-3 Line Configuration________________________________________________________34
Table 6-5 Line Command Mode _____________________________________________________ 35
Table 6-8 Tunnel - Serial Settings____________________________________________________39
Table 6-12 Tunnel Packing Mode____________________________________________________42
Table 6-14 Tunnel Accept Mode_____________________________________________________44
Table 6-16 Tunnel Connect Mode____________________________________________________48
Table 6-19 Tunnel Disconnect Mode _________________________________________________51
Table 6-20 Modem Emulation Commands and Descriptions _______________________________52
Table 6-22 Tunnel Modem Emulation_________________________________________________54
Table 7-2 Terminal on Line 1 Configuration ____________________________________________56
Table 7-4 Terminal on Network Configuration __________________________________________57
Table 7-6 Host Configuration _______________________________________________________ 58
Table 8-2 CPM CPs Current Configuration_____________________________________________60
Table 8-3 CPM CPs Status_________________________________________________________61
Table 8-5 CPM Groups Current Configuration __________________________________________63
Table 8-7 Group Status____________________________________________________________64
Table 9-3 PPP Configuration _______________________________________________________68
Table 9-5 SNMP _________________________________________________________________69
Table 9-7 FTP Settings____________________________________________________________70
Table 9-9 TFTP Server____________________________________________________________72
Table 9-11 Syslog________________________________________________________________73
Table 9-14 HTTP Configuration _____________________________________________________75
Table 9-16 HTTP Authentication_____________________________________________________ 77
Table 9-18 RSS__________________________________________________________________79
Table 9-21 LPD Configuration_______________________________________________________81
Table 10-2 SSH Server Host Keys Settings - Upload Keys Method__________________________84
Table 10-4 SSH Server Host Keys Settings - Upload Keys Method__________________________85
Table 10-6 SSH Server Host Keys Settings - Create New Keys Method______________________86
Table 10-8 SSH Server Authorized User Settings _______________________________________88
Table 10-10 SSH Client Known Hosts ________________________________________________89
Table 10-12 SSH Client Users ______________________________________________________91
Table 10-13 Supported Cipher Suites_________________________________________________92
Table 10-15 SSL_________________________________________________________________96
Table 11-1 6 Byte Header of Modbus Application Protocol ________________________________98
Table 11-2 Modbus Local Slave Functions - Query ______________________________________98
Table 11-3 Modbus Local Slave Functions - Response ___________________________________99
Table 11-4 Modbus Transmission Modes_____________________________________________100
Table 11-7 Modbus Configuration_____________________________________________ ______102
Table 12-3 Filesystem Browser_____________________________________________________106
Table 12-5 TCP Protocol Settings___________________________________________________107
Table 12-7 IP Protocol Settings____________________________________________________108
Table 12-9 ICMP Settings_________________________________________________________109
Table 12-11 ARP Settings_________________________________________________________110
Table 12-13 SMTP Settings _______________________________________________________111
Table 12-15 IP Address Filter Settings_______________________________________________112

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Table 12-19 Requests for Comments (RFCs)__________________________________________115
Table 12-22 Diagnostics: Ping _____________________________________________________ 117
Table 12-24 Diagnostics: Traceroute ________________________________________________118
Table 12-32 System _____________________________________________________________123
Table 13-3 Email Configuration_____________________________________________________127
Table 13-6 CLI Configuration ______________________________________________________129
Table 13-8 XML Export Configuration________________________________________________131
Table 13-10 XML Export Status ____________________________________________________132
Table 13-16 XML: Import Line(s) from Single Line Settings_______________________________138
Table 14-3 VIP Counters__________________________________________________________141
Table 14-5 VIP Settings __________________________________________________________142
Table 18-1 Binary to Hexadecimal Conversion Table____________________________________146

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1: About This Guide

This guide provides the information needed to configure, use, and update the XPort Pro device
server. It is intended for software developers and system integrators who are embedding th e XPort
Pro in their designs.

Chapter and Appendix Summaries

A summary of each chapter is provided below.

Chapter Description

Chapter 2: Introduction Main features of the product and the protocols it supports.

Includes technical specifications.

Chapter 3: Using DeviceInstaller Instructions for viewing the current configuration using

DeviceInstaller.

Chapter 4: Configuration Using Web Manager Instructions for accessing Web Manager and using it to

configure settings for the device.

Chapter 5: Network Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure

Ethernet settings.

Chapter 6: Line and Tunnel Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure line and

tunnel settings.

Chapter 7: Terminal and Host Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure terminal

and host settings.

Chapter 8: Configurable Pin Manager Information about the Configurable Pin Manager (CPM) and

how to set the configurable pins to work with a device.

Chapter 9: Service Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure settings

for DNS, SNMP, FTP, and other services.

Chapter 10: Security Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure SSH

and SSL security settings.

Chapter 11: Modbus Instructions for using the web interface to configure

Modbus.

Chapter 12: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings Instructions for using the web interface to maintain the

device, view statistics, files, and logs, and diagnose
problems.

Chapter 13: Advanced Settings Instructions for using the web interface to configure email,

CLI, and XML settings.

Chapter 14: VIP Settings Information about Virtual IP (VIP) features available on the

device and instructions for using the web interface to
configure the VIP settings.

Chapter 15: Branding the XPort Pro Instructions for customizing the device.
Chapter 16: Updating Firmware Instructions for obtaining the latest firmware and updating

the device.

Appendix A - Technical Support Instructions for contacting Lantronix Technical Support.
Appendix B - Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions Instructions for converting binary values to hexadecimals.
Appendix C - Compliance Lantronix compliance information.

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Additional Documentation

Visit the Lantronix web site at www.lantronix.com/support/documentation for the latest
documentation and the following additional documentation.

Document Description

XPort Pro Integration Guide Information about the XPort Pro hardware, testing the XPort Pro

XPort Pro
Command Reference

XPort Pro Universal Demo Board
Quick Start

XPort Pro Universal Demo Board
User Guide

DeviceInstaller Online Help Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to locate

Com Port Redirector
Quick Start and Online Help

1: About This Guide

using the demonstration board, and integrating the XPort Pro into
your product.

Instructions for accessing Command Mode (the command line
interface) using a Telnet connection or through the serial port.
Detailed information about the commands. Also provides details for
XML configuration and status.

Instructions for getting the XPort Pro demonstration board up and
running.

Information for using the XPort Pro on the demo board.

the device and to view its current settings.
Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to create

virtual com ports.

Secure Com Port Redirector
User Guide

Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to create
secure virtual com ports.

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2: Introduction

Table 2-1 XPort Pro Part Numbers

Part Numbers SDRAM Operating System

XPP1002000-01R 8 MB Evolution
XPP100200S-01R 8 MB Evolution
XPPDK1000-EVO-01 8 MB Evolution
XPP1002000-02R 16 MB Evolution
XPP100200S-02R 16 MB Evolution
XPPDK1000-EVO-02 16 MB Evolution
XPP1003000-01R 8 MB Linux
XPP100300S-01R 8 MB Linux
XPPDK1000-LNX-01 8 MB Linux
XPP1003000-02R 16 MB Linux
XPP100300S-02R 16 MB Linux
XPPDK1000-LNX-02 16 MB Linux

This chapter introduces the Lantronix . It provides an overview of the products, lists their key
features, and describes the applications for which they are suited.

The

XPort Pro embedded Ethernet Device Server is a complete network-enabling solution in a

13.50 (0.531) X 16.25 (0.640) X 33.90 (1.335) package. This miniature device server empowers
original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to go to market quickly and easily with Ethernet
networking and web page serving capabilities built into their products. [DIMS = mm (in.)]

This chapter contains the following sections:

 Applications
 Protocol Support
 Evolution OS™
 Additional Features
 Configuration Methods
 Addresses and Port Numbers
 Product Information Label

Key Features

Note: Consult the Integration Guide for more detailed hardware information.

 Power Supply: Regulated 3.3V input

required.

 Controller: A Lantronix DSTni-EX CPU

with 256 kilobytes (KB) zero wait state
SRAM and 16 KB of boot ROM.

 Memory: 16 MB Flash and 8/16 MB

SDRAM (see Table 2-1 to the right).

 Temperature Range: Operates over an

extended temperature range of -40°C to
+85°C.

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 Ethernet: 10/100 megabits per second

(Mbps) Ethernet transceiver

 Serial Ports: One full RS232-supporting

high-speed serial port with all hardware
handshaking signals. Baud rate is
software selectable

Note: The standard baud rate of 460800 bps is not supported.

 Configurable IO Pins (CPs): Up to three pins are configurable as general purpose I/Os if no

modem control signal is used on serial ports. Not 5V tolerant.

 Interface Signals: 3.3V-level interface signals.

(300 bps to 921600 bps).

Applications

 The XPort Pro device server connects serial devices such as those listed below to Ethernet

networks using the IP protocol family.

 ATM machines
 CNC controllers
 Data collection devices
 Universal Power Supply (UPS) management unit
 Telecommunications equipment
 Handheld instruments
 Data display devices
 Security alarms and access control devices
 Modems
 Time/attendance clocks and terminals

2: Introduction

Protocol Support

The XPort Pro device server contains a full-featured TCP/IP stack. Supported protocols include:

 ARP, IP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, BOOTP, DHCP, AutoIP, Telnet, DNS, FTP, TFTP, HTTP/HTTPS,

SSH, SSL/TLS, SNMP, SMTP, RSS, PPP and Syslog for network communications and
management.

 TCP, UDP, TCP/AES, UDP/AES, Telnet, SSH and SSL/TLS for tunneling to the serial port.
 TFTP, FTP, and HTTP for firmware upgrades and uploading files.

Evolution OS™

The XPort Pro incorporates the Lantronix Evolution OS™. Key features of the Evolution OS™
include:

 Built-in Web server for configuration and troubleshooting from Web-based browsers
 CLI configurability
 SNMP management
 XML data transport and configurability
 Really Simple Syndication (RSS) information feeds
 Enterprise-grade security with SSL and SSH
 Comprehensive troubleshooting tools

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Additional Features

Modem Emulation

In modem emulation mode, the XPort Pro can replace dial-up modems. The unit accepts modem
AT commands on the serial port, and then establishes a network connection to the end device,
leveraging network connections and bandwidth to eliminate dedicated modems and phone lines.

Web-Based Configuration and Troubleshooting

Built upon Internet-based standards, the XPort Pro enables you to configure, manage, and
troubleshoot through a browser-based interface accessible anytime from anywhere. All
configuration and troubleshooting options are launched from a web interface. You can access all
functions via a Web browser, for remote access. As a result, you de crease downtime (using the
troubleshooting tools) and implement configuration changes (using the configuration tools).

Command-Line Interface (CLI)

Making the edge-to-enterprise vision a reality, the XPort Pro with the Evolution OS™ uses
industry-standard tools for configuration, communication, and control. For example, the Evolution
OS™ uses a Command Line Interface (CLI) whose syntax is very similar to that used by data
center equipment such as routers and hubs.

2: Introduction

VIP Access

Virtual IP Access is the Lantronix technology that solves the access-through-firewall problem. With
VIP Access, the XPort Pro can act as a ManageLinx DSC and provide direct access to your
equipment behind a firewall.

SNMP Management

The XPort Pro supports full SNMP management, making it ideal for applications where device
management and monitoring are critical. These features allow networks with SNMP capabilities to
correctly diagnose and monitor XPort Pro device servers.

XML-Based Architecture and Device Control

XML is a fundamental building block for the future growth of M2M networks. The XPort Pro
supports XML-based configuration setup records that make device configuration transparent to
users and administrators. The XML is easily editable with a standard text or XML editor.

Really Simple Syndication (RSS)

The XPort Pro supports Really Simple Syndication (RSS) for streaming and managing on-line
content. RSS feeds all the configuration changes that occur on the device. An RSS aggregator
then reads (polls) the feed. More powerful than simple email alerts, RSS uses XML as an
underlying Web page transport and adds intelligence to the networked device, while not taxing
already overloaded email systems.

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2: Introduction

Enterprise-Grade Security

Evolution OS™ provides the XPort Pro the highest level of networking security possible. This ‘data
center grade’ protection ensures that each device on the M2M network carries the same level of
security as traditional IT networking equipment in the corporate data center.

With built-in SSH and SSL, secure communications can be established between the serial ports
and the remote end device or application. By protecting the privacy of serial data transmitte d
across public networks, users can maintain their existing investment in serial technology, while
taking advantage of the highest data-protection levels possible.

SSH and SSL are able to do the following:

 Verify the data received came from the proper source
 Validate that the data transferred from the source over the network has not changed when it

arrives at its destination (shared secret and hashing)

 Encrypt d ata to protect it from prying eyes and nefarious individuals
 Provide the ability to run popular M2M protocols over a secure SSH or SSL connection

In addition to keeping data safe and accessible, the XPort Pro has robust defenses to hostile
Internet attacks such as denial of service (DoS), which can be used to take down the network.
Moreover, the XPort Pro cannot be used to bring down other devices on the network.

You can use the XPort Pro with the Lantronix Secure Com Port Redirector (SCPR) to encrypt
COM port-based communications between PCs and virtually any electronic device. SCPR is a
Windows application that creates a secure communications path over a network between the
computer and serial-based devices that are traditionally controlled via a COM port. With SCPR
installed at each computer, computers that were formerly “h ard-wired” by serial cabling for security
purposes or to accommodate applications that only understood serial data can instead
communicate over an Ethernet network or the Internet.

Terminal Server/Device Management

Remote offices can have routers, PBXs, servers and other networking equipment that require
remote management from the corporate facility. The XPort Pro easily attaches to the serial ports
on a server, Private Branch Exchange (PBX), or other networking equipment to deliver central,
remote monitoring and management capability.

Troubleshooting Capabilities

The XPort Pro offers a comprehensive diagnostic toolset that lets you troubleshoot problems
quickly and easily. Available from the Web Manager, CLI, and XML interfaces, the diagnostic to ols
let you:

 View critical hardware, memory, MIB-II, buffer pool, and IP socket info rmation.
 Perform ping and traceroute operations.
 Conduct forward or backup DNS lookup operations.
 View all processes currently running on the XPort Pro, including CPU utilization and total stack

space available.

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Configuration Methods

After installation, the XPort Pro requires configuration. For the unit to operate correctly on a
network, it must have a unique IP address on the network. There are four basic methods for
logging into the XPort Pro and assigning IP addresses and other configurable settings:

DeviceInstaller: Configure the IP address and related settings and view current settings on the
XPort Pro using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to a network. See Using

DeviceInstaller (on page 21).

Web Manager: Through a web browser, configure the XPort Pro settings using the La ntronix Web
Manager. See Configuration Using Web Manager (on page 23).

Command Mode: There are two methods for accessing Command Mode (CLI): making a Telnet
connection or connecting a terminal (or a PC running a terminal emulation program) to the unit’s
serial port. (See the XPort Pro Command Reference Guide for instructions and available
commands.)

XML: The XPort Pro supports XML-based configuration and setup records that make device
configuration transparent to users and administrators. XML is easily editable with a standard text
or XML editor. (See the XPort Pro Command Reference Guide for instructions and commands.)

2: Introduction

Addresses and Port Numbers

Hardware Address

The hardware address is also referred to as the Ethernet address or M AC addre s s. The first thr ee
bytes of the Ethernet address are fixed and read 00-20-4A, identifying the unit as a Lantronix
product. The fourth, fifth, and sixth bytes are unique numbers assigned to each unit.

Figure 2-2 Sample Hardware Address

00-20-4A-14-01-18 or 00:20:4A:14:01:18

IP Address

Every device connected to an IP network must have a unique IP add ress. This address references
the specific unit.

Port Numbers

Every TCP connection and every UDP datagram is defined by a destination and source IP
address, and a destination and source port nu mber. For example, a Telnet serv er commonly u ses
port number 23.

The following is a list of the default server port numbers running on the XPort Pro:

 TCP Port 22: SSH Server (Command Mode configuration)
 TCP Port 23: Telnet Server (Command Mode configuration)
 TCP Port 80: HTTP (Web Manager configuration)
 TCP Port 443: HTTPS (Web Manager configuration)
 UDP Port 161: SNMP
 TCP Port 21: FTP

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 UDP Port 69: TFTP

Part Number

Product ID (name)

MAC Address

Revision

 UDP Port 30718: LDP (Lantronix Discovery Protocol) port
 TCP/UDP Port 10001: Tunnel 1

Note: Multi-port products include one or more additional supported ports and tunnels

with default sequential numbering. For instance: TCP/UDP Port 10002: Tunnel 2, TCP/
UDP Port 10003: Tunnel 3, etc.

Product Information Label

The product information label on the unit contains the following information about the specific unit:

 Bar Code
 Product ID (name)
 Produ ct Revision
 Part Number
 Hardware Address (MAC Address or Serial Number)

2: Introduction

Figure 2-3 Product Label

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3: Using DeviceInstaller

This chapter covers the steps for locating a device and viewing its properties and details.

DeviceInstaller is a free utility program provided by Lantronix that discovers, configures, upgrades
and manages Lantronix Device Servers. It can be downloaded from the Lantronix website at

www.lantronix.com/support/downloads.html

the IP address, related settings or for more advanced features, see the DeviceInstaller online help.

Note: AutoIP generates a random IP address in the range of 169.254.0.1 to

169.254.255.254 if no BOOTP or DHCP server is found.

Accessing XPort Pro Using DeviceInstaller

Note: Make note of the MAC address. It is needed to locate the XPort Pro using

DeviceInstaller.

1. Click Start > All Programs > Lantronix > DeviceInstaller > DeviceInstaller.
When DeviceInstaller starts, it will perform a network device search.

2. Click Search to perform additional searches, as desired.

3. Expand the XPort Pro folder by clicking the + symbol next to the XPort Pro folder icon. The list
of available Lantronix XPort Pro devices appears.

. For instructions on using DeviceInstaller to configure

4. Select the XPort Pro unit by expanding its entry and clicking on its hardware (MAC) address to
view its configuration.

5. On the right page, click the Device Details tab. The current XPort Pro configuration appears.
This is only a subset of the full configuration; the complete configuration may be accessed via
Web Manager, CLI, or XML.

Device Details Summary

Note: The settings are Display Only in this table unless otherwise noted.

Table 3-1 Device Details Summary

Current Settings Description

Name Name identifying the XPort Pro.
DHCP Device Name Shows the name associated with the XPort Pro’ current IP address, if

Group Configurable field. Enter a group to categorize the XPort Pro. Double-

Comments Configurable field. Enter comments for the XPort Pro. Double-click the

the IP address was obtained dynamically.

click the field, type in the value, and press Enter to complete. This
group name is local to this PC and is not visible on other PCs or
laptops using DeviceInstaller.

field, type in the value, and press Enter to complete. This description
or comment is local to this PC and is not visible on other PCs or
laptops using DeviceInstaller.

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Current Settings (continued) Description

Device Family Shows the XPort Pro device family type as “XPort”.
Type Shows the specific device type, such as “XPort Pro”.
ID Shows the XPort Pro ID embedded within the unit.
Hardware Address Shows the XPort Pro hardware (MAC) address.
Firmware Version Shows the firmware cu rren t ly i nst al l e d on th e XPort Pro.
Extended Firmware Version Provides additional information on the firmware version.
Online Status Shows the XPort Pro status as Online, Offline, Unreachable (the XPort

Pro is on a different subnet), or Busy (the XPort Pro is currently
performing a task).

IP Address Shows the XPort Pro current IP address. To change the IP address,

click the Assign IP button on the DeviceInstaller menu bar.

IP Address was Obtained Displays “Dynamically” if the XPort Pro automatically received an IP

address (e.g., from DHCP). Displays “Statically” if the IP address was
configured manually.

If the IP address was assigned dynamically, the following fields
appear:

 Obtain via DHCP with value of True or False.
 Obtain via BOOTP with value of True or False.

Subnet Mask Shows the subnet mask specifying the network segment on which the

XPort Pro resides.

Gateway Shows the IP address of the router of this network. There is no default.
Number of Ports Shows the number of serial ports on this XPort Pro.
Supports Configurable Pins Shows True, indicating configurable pins are available on the XPort

Pro.

Supports Email Triggers Shows True, indicating email triggers are available on the XPort Pro.
Telnet Enabled Indicates whether Telnet is enabled on this XPort Pro.
Telnet Port Shows th e XPort Pro port for Telnet sessions.
Web Enabled Indicates whether Web Manager access is enabled on this XPort Pro.
Web Port Shows the XPort Pro port for Web Manager configuration.
Firmware Upgradable Shows True, indicating the XPort Pro firmware is upgradable as newer

versions become available.

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4: Configuration Using Web Manager

This chapter describes how to configure the XPort Pro using Web Manager, the Lantronix
browser-based configuration tool. The unit’s configuration is stored in nonvolatile memory and is
retained without power. All changes take effect immediately, unless otherwise noted. It contains
the following sections:

 Accessing Web Manager
 Web Manager Page Components
 Navigating the Web Manager
 Summary of Web Manager Pages

Accessing Web Manager

Note: You can also access the Web Manager by selecting the Web Configuration tab on

the DeviceInstaller window.

To access Web Manager, perform the following steps:

1. Open a standard web browser. Lantronix supports the latest version of Internet Explorer,
Mozilla Suite, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Chrome or Opera.

2. Enter the IP address of the XPort Pro in the address bar. The IP address may have been
assigned manually using DeviceInstaller (see the XPort Pro Quick Start Guide) or
automatically by DHCP.

Figure 4-1 Prompt for User Name and Pas s wo rd

3. Enter your username and password.The factory-default username is “admin” and the factory­default password is “PASS.” The Device Status web page shown in Figure 4-2 displays
configuration, network settings, line settings, tunneling settings, and product information.

Note: The Logout button is available on any web page. Logging out of the web page

would force re-authentication to take place the next time the web page is accessed.

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4: Configuration Using Web Manager

Device Status Page

The Device Status page is the first page that appears after you log into the Web Manager. It also
appears when you click Status in the Main Menu.

Figure 4-2 Web Manager Home Page

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Web Manager Page Components

Menu Bar

Links to
subpages

Items to
configure

Information
and Help Area

Header

Configuration
and/or
Status Area

Footer

Logout
button

The layout of a typical Web Manager page is below.

Figure 4-3 Components of the Web Manager Page

4: Configuration Using Web Manager

The menu bar always appears at the left side of the page, regardless of the page shown. The
menu bar lists the names of the pages available in the Web Mana ger. To bring up a page, click it in
the menu bar.

The main area of the page has these additional sections:

 At the very top, many pages, such as the one in the example above, enable you to link to

sub pages. On some pages, you must also select the item you are configuring, such as a

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line or a tunnel.

 In the middle of many pages, you can select or enter new configuration settings. Some

pages show status or statistics in this area rather than allow you to enter settings.

 At the bottom of most pages, the current configuration is displayed. In some cases, you

can reset or clear a setting.

 The information or help area shows information or instructions associated with the page.
 A Logout link is available at the upper right corner of every web page. In Chrome or

Safari, it is necessary to close out of the browser to logout. If necessary, reopen the
browser to log back in.

 The foote r ap pe ars a t the ve ry bottom of the page. It contains copyright information and a

link to the Lantronix home page.

Navigating the Web Manager

The Web Manager provides an intuitive point-and-click interface. A menu bar on the left side of
each page provides links you can click to navigate from one page to another. Some pages are
read-only, while others let you change configuration settings.

4: Configuration Using Web Manager

Note: There may be times when you must reboot the XPort Pro for the new

configuration settings to take effect. The chapters that follow indicate when a change
requires a reboot.

Table 4-4 Summary of Web Manager Pages

Web Manager
Page

Status Shows product information and network, line, and tunneling

CLI Shows Command Line Interface (CLI) statistics and lets you

CPM Shows information about the Configurable Pins Manager (CPM)

Diagnostics Lets you perform various diagnostic procedures. 114
DNS Shows the current configuration of the DNS subsystem and the

Email Shows email statistics and lets you clear th e email log, configure

Filesystem Shows file system statistics and lets you browse the file system to

FTP Shows statistics and lets you change the current configuration for

Host Lets you view and change settings for a host on the network. 57

Description See

Page

32

settings.

128

change the current CLI configuration settings.

59

and how to set the configurable pins and pin groups to work with a
device.

66

DNS cache.

125

email settings, and send an email.

103

view a file, create a file or directory, upload files using HTTP, copy
a file, move a file, or perform TFTP actions.

70

the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) server.

HTTP Shows HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP) statistics and lets you

change the current configuration and authentication settings.

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Web Manager Page
(continued)

IP Address Filter Lets you specify all the IP addresses and subnets that are allowed

Line Shows statistics and lets you change the current configuration and

LPD Shows LPD (Line Printer Daemon) Queue statistics and lets you

Modbus Shows the current connection status of the Modbus servers

Network Shows status and lets you configure the network interface. 28
PPP Lets you configure a network link using Point-to-Point Protocol

Protocol Stack Lets you perform lower level network stack-specific activities. 106
Query Port Lets you change configuration settings for the query port. 113
RSS Lets you change current Really Simple Syndication (RSS)

SNMP Lets you change the current Simple Network Management

SSH Lets you change the configuration settings for SSH server host

SSL Lets you upload an existing certificate or create a new self-signed

Syslog Lets you specify the severity of events to log and the server and

System Lets you reboot device , restore fa ctory defaults, upload new

Terminal Lets you change current settings for a terminal. 55

Description See

Page

112

to send data to this device.

32

Command mode settings of a serial line.

79

configure the LPD and print a test page.

98

listening on the TCP ports and lets you configure the Modbus
settings.

67

(PPP) over a serial line.

78

settings.

69

Protocol (SNMP) configuration settings.

82

keys, SSH server authorized users, SSH client known hosts, and
SSH client users.

92

certificate.

72

ports to which the syslog should be sent.

123

firmware, and change the device long and short names.

TFTP Shows statistics and lets you change the current configuration for

the Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) server.

Tunnel Lets you change the current configuration settings for a tunnel. 36
VIP Lets you configure Virtual IP addresses to be used in Tunnel

Accept Mode and Tunnel Connect Mode.

XML Lets you export XML configuration and status records, and import

XML configuration records.

71

139

130

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5: Network Settings

This chapter describes how to access, view, and configure network settings from the Network web
page. The Network web page contains sub-menus that enable you to view and configure the
Ethernet network interface and link.

This chapter contains the following sections:

 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Status
 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration
 Network 1 Ethernet Lin k

Network 1 (eth0) Interface Status

This page shows the status of the Ethernet network interface.

To view the network interface status:

1. Click Network on the menu.

2. Then click Network 1, Interface, and Status at the top of the page. The Network 1 (eth0)
Interface Status page appears.

Figure 5-1 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Status

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Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration

This page shows the configuration settings for the Ether net con nection and lets you change these
settings.

To view and configure network interface settings:

1. Click Network 1 > Interface > Configuration at the top of the page. The Network 1 (eth0)
Interface Configuration page appears.

Figure 5-2 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration

5: Network Settings

2. Enter or modify the following settings:

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Table 5-3 Network 1 (eth0) Interface Configuration

5: Network Settings

Network 1 Interface

Description
Configuration
Settings

BOOTP Client Select On or Off. At boot up, the device will attempt to obtain an IP address from a

BOOTP server.

Notes:

 Overrides the configured IP address, network mask, gateway, hostname, and

domain.

 When DHCP is On, the system automatically uses DHCP, regardless of whether

BOOTP Client is On.

DHCP Client Select On or Off. At boot up, the device will attempt to lease an IP address from a

DHCP server and maintain the lease at regular intervals.

Note: Overrides BOOTP, the configured IP address, network mask, gateway,

hostname, and domain.

IP Address Enter the device static IP address.

You may enter it alone, in CIDR format, or with an explicit mask.

The IP address consists of four octets separated by a period and is used if BOOTP and

DHCP are both set to Off. Changing this value requires you to reboot the device.

Note: Whe n DHCP is enabled, the device tries to obtain an IP address from DHCP. If

it cannot, the device uses an AutoIP address in the range of 169.254.xxx.xxx.

Default Gateway Enter the IP address of the router for this network. Or, clear the field (appears as

<None>). This address is only used for static IP address configuration.
Hostname Enter the device hostname. It must begin with a letter, continue with a sequence of

letters, numbers, and/or hyphens, and end with a letter or number.

Domain Enter the device domain name.
DHCP Client ID Enter the ID if the DHCP server uses a DHCP ID. The DHCP server’s lease table

shows IP addresses and MAC addresses for devices. The lease table shows the Client

ID, in hexadecimal notation, instead of the device MAC address.
Primary DNS IP address of the primary name server. This entry is required if you choose to configure

DNS (Domain Name Server) servers.

Secondary DNS IP address of the secondary name server.
MTU When DHCP is enabled, the MTU size is (usually) provided with the IP address. When

not provided by the DHCP server, or using a static configuration, this value is used. The

MTU size can be from 576 to 1500 bytes.

3. Click Submit to save changes. Some changes to th e following settings require a reb oot for the
changes to take effect:

 BOOTP Client
 DHCP Client
 IP Address
 DHCP Client ID

Note: If DHCP or BOOTP fails, AutoIP intervenes and assigns an add ress.A new DHCP

negotiation is attempted every 5 minutes to obtain a new IP address. When the DHCP is
enabled, any configured static IP address is ignored.

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