Lantronix 900-653-R User Manual

xDirect

User Guide

Revision A September 2012

Part Number 900-653-R

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Warranty

For details on the Lantronix warranty policy, please go to our web site at

www.lantronix.com/support/warranty

Contacts

Lantronix, Inc.

167 Technology Drive Irvine, CA 92618, USA

Toll Free: 800-526-8766 Phone: 949-453-3990 Fax: 949-450-7249

Technical Support

Online: www.lantronix.com/support

Sales Offices

For a current list of our domestic and international sales offices, go to the Lantronix web site at

www.lantronix.com/about/contact

Disclaimer

The information in this guide may change without notice. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this guide.

Revision History

Date Rev. Comments

September 2012 A Initial document for firmware version 6.9.0.0.

xDirect User Guide 2

Warranty _________________________________________________________________2

Contacts _________________________________________________________________2

Disclaimer ________________________________________________________________2

Revision History ___________________________________________________________2

List of Figures _____________________________________________________________8

List of Tables ______________________________________________________________9

1: Using this Guide 10

Purpose and Audience _____________________________________________________10

Chapter Summary _________________________________________________________10

Additional Documentation ___________________________________________________11

2: Introduction 12

Key Features _____________________________________________________________12

Applications ______________________________________________________________12

Protocol Support __________________________________________________________14

Additional Features _______________________________________________________14

Configuration Methods _____________________________________________________14

Product Information Label ___________________________________________________15

3: Installation of xDirect 16

Package Contents _________________________________________________________16

Installing the xDirect _______________________________________________________16

Required Information _______________________________________________________17

Hardware Address _____________________________________________________17

IP Address ___________________________________________________________17

4: Using DeviceInstaller 18

Installing DeviceInstaller ____________________________________________________18

Assigning an IP Address ____________________________________________________18

Adding the Unit to the Manage List ____________________________________________19

Accessing the xDirect Using DeviceInstaller _____________________________________19

Viewing the Current Configuration ____________________________________________19

Next Step ____________________________________________________________21

Assigning the IP Address: Serial Port Login _____________________________________21

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Table of Contents

5: Configuration Using Web Manager 22

Accessing xDirect Using DeviceInstaller ________________________________________22

Network Configuration ______________________________________________________24

Network Mode ________________________________________________________24

Automatic IP Address Configuration ________________________________________24

Static IP Address Configuration ___________________________________________25

Ethernet Configuration __________________________________________________25

Server Configuration _______________________________________________________26

Server Configuration ________________________________________________26

Advanced _________________________________________________________26

Host List Configuration _____________________________________________________28

Retry Settings ______________________________________________________28

Host Information ____________________________________________________28

Channel 1 Configuration ____________________________________________________29

Serial Settings ________________________________________________________29

Channel 1 _________________________________________________________29

Port Settings _______________________________________________________29

Pack Control _______________________________________________________30

Flush Input Buffer (Serial to Network) ___________________________________30

Flush Output Buffer (Network to Serial) __________________________________30

Connection Settings - TCP _______________________________________________31

Connect Protocol ___________________________________________________31

Connect Mode: Passive Connection ____________________________________31

Connect Mode: Active Connection ______________________________________32

Endpoint Configuration _______________________________________________32

Common Options ___________________________________________________32

Disconnect Mode ___________________________________________________33

Connection Settings - UDP _______________________________________________33

Connect Protocol ___________________________________________________34

Datagram Mode ____________________________________________________34

Endpoint Configuration _______________________________________________34

Apply Settings ____________________________________________________________35

Apply Defaults ____________________________________________________________35

6: Configuration Via Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode) 36

Accessing Setup Mode _____________________________________________________36

Telnet Connection _____________________________________________________36

Serial Port Connection __________________________________________________38

Exiting Setup Mode _______________________________________________________38

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Table of Contents

7: Setup Mode: Server Configuration 39

Server Configuration (Option 0) ______________________________________________39

IP Address ______________________________________________________________39

Set Gateway IP Address ___________________________________________________40

Netmask: Number of Bits for Host Part _________________________________________40

Set DNS Server IP Address _________________________________________________40

Change Telnet Configuration Password ________________________________________41

DHCP Name _____________________________________________________________41

8: Setup Mode: Channel Configuration 42

Channel 1 (Option 1) _______________________________________________________42

Baudrate ________________________________________________________________42

I/F (Interface) Mode ________________________________________________________43

Flow ___________________________________________________________________43

Port Number _____________________________________________________________44

Connect Mode ___________________________________________________________44

a) Incoming Connection _________________________________________________45

b) Response __________________________________________________________46

c) Active Startup _______________________________________________________46

Host List Option (Hostlist) ________________________________________________47

d) Datagram Type ______________________________________________________48

e) Modem Mode _______________________________________________________48

Send the Escape Sequence (+++) in Modem Mode _______________________________50

Show IP Address after 'RING' ________________________________________________50

Auto Increment Source Port _________________________________________________51

Remote IP Address _______________________________________________________51

Remote Port _____________________________________________________________51

Disconnect Mode (DisConnMode) ____________________________________________51

Flush Mode (Buffer Flushing) ________________________________________________52

Pack Control _____________________________________________________________53

Packing Interval _______________________________________________________53

Trailing Characters ____________________________________________________53

Send Characters ______________________________________________________53

DisConnTime (Inactivity Timeout) _____________________________________________54

Send Characters _________________________________________________________54

Telnet Terminal Type ______________________________________________________54

Channel (Port) Password ___________________________________________________54

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9: Setup Mode: Advanced Settings 55

Expert Settings (Option 5) ___________________________________________________55

TCP Keepalive Time In Seconds __________________________________________55

ARP Cache Timeout In Seconds __________________________________________55

CPU Performance _____________________________________________________55

Monitor Mode at Bootup _________________________________________________56

HTTP Port Number _____________________________________________________56

MTU Size ____________________________________________________________56

TCP Re-Transmission Timeout ___________________________________________56

Enable Alternate MAC __________________________________________________56

Ethernet Connection Type _______________________________________________56

Security Settings (Option 6) _________________________________________________56

Disable SNMP ________________________________________________________57

SNMP Community Name ________________________________________________57

Disable Telnet Setup ___________________________________________________57

Disable TFTP Firmware Update __________________________________________58

Disable Port 77FE (Hex) ________________________________________________58

Disable Web Server ____________________________________________________58

Disable Web Setup _____________________________________________________58

Disable ECHO Ports ____________________________________________________58

Enable Encryption _____________________________________________________58

Enable Enhanced Password _____________________________________________59

Default Settings (Option 7) __________________________________________________59

Channel 1 Configuration Defaults __________________________________________60

Expert Settings Defaults _________________________________________________60

Security Settings Defaults _______________________________________________60

10: Firmware Upgrades 61

Obtaining Firmware ________________________________________________________61

Reloading Firmware _______________________________________________________61

Using TFTP: Graphical User Interface ______________________________________61

Using TFTP: Command Line Interface ______________________________________62

Recovering the Firmware Using the Serial Port and DeviceInstaller _______________62

11: Monitor Mode 64

Entering Monitor Mode Using the Serial Port ____________________________________64

Entering Monitor Mode Using the Network Port __________________________________64

Monitor Mode Commands ___________________________________________________65

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Table of Contents

Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Contact Info 67

LEDs ___________________________________________________________________67

Status LED ___________________________________________________________67

Serial LEDs ___________________________________________________________68

RJ45 Ethernet LED _____________________________________________________68

Problems and Error Messages _______________________________________________68

Technical Support _________________________________________________________71

Appendix B: Connections and Pinouts 72

Serial Port Pinouts ________________________________________________________72

Ethernet Connector Pinouts _________________________________________________73

Power Jack (Mini USB-B) ___________________________________________________74

Appendix C: Technical Specifications 75

Appendix D: Alternative Ways to Assign an IP Address 77

DHCP __________________________________________________________________77

AutoIP __________________________________________________________________77

BOOTP _________________________________________________________________78

ARP and Telnet __________________________________________________________78

Appendix E: Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions 79

Converting Binary to Hexadecimal ____________________________________________79

Conversion Table ______________________________________________________79

Scientific Calculator ____________________________________________________79

Appendix F: Compliance 81

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List of Figures

Figure 2-1 Serial Tunneling Example ________________________________________________13

Figure 2-2 Direct TCP/IP or Redirector Configuration ____________________________________13

Figure 2-3 Product Label __________________________________________________________15

Figure 2-4 Sample Hardware Address ________________________________________________15

Figure 3-1 xDirect with PoE Connected to a Serial Device and Network ______________________16

Figure 3-2 Standard xDirect (without PoE) Connected to a Serial Device and Network __________16

Figure 5-1 Web Manager Login Window ______________________________________________22

Figure 5-2 Lantronix Web Manager __________________________________________________23

Figure 5-3 Network Settings ________________________________________________________24

Figure 5-4 Server Settings _________________________________________________________26

Figure 5-5 Hostlist Settings ________________________________________________________28

Figure 5-6 Channel Serial Settings __________________________________________________29

Figure 5-7 TCP Connection Settings _________________________________________________31

Figure 5-8 UDP Connection Settings _________________________________________________34

Figure 5-9 Apply Settings and Apply Defaults __________________________________________35

Figure 6-1 MAC Address and Login Prompt ___________________________________________36

Figure 6-2 Setup Menu Options _____________________________________________________37

Figure 7-1 Network Settings ________________________________________________________39

Figure 8-1 Serial Port Settings ______________________________________________________42

Figure 8-8 Host List Option (Hostlist) _________________________________________________47

Figure 9-1 Expert Settings _________________________________________________________55

Figure 9-2 Security Settings ________________________________________________________57

Figure 10-2 TFTP Window ________________________________________________________62

Figure 11-1 MAC Address and Login Prompt __________________________________________64

Figure A-1 xDirect LEDs ___________________________________________________________67

Figure B-1 Single Serial Port and Ethernet Port on xDirect ________________________________72

Figure B-2 DB9F in RS232 Mode (All Models) __________________________________________72

Figure B-3 DB9F in RS422/485 (4-Wire) Mode (xDirect485 & PoE Models) ___________________72

Figure B-4 DB9F in RS485 (2-Wire) Mode (xDirect485 & PoE Models)_______________________73

Figure B-5 RJ45 Ethernet Connector _________________________________________________73

Figure B-7 Mini USB Power Port Connector on Standard xDirect Units_______________________74

Figure E-2 Windows Scientific Calculator ______________________________________________80

Figure E-3 Hexadecimal Values in the Scientific Calculator _______________________________80

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List of Tables

Table 4-1 xDirect Configuration in DeviceInstaller _______________________________________19

Table 7-2 BootP/DHCP/AutoIP options _______________________________________________39

Table 7-3 Standard IP Network Netmasks _____________________________________________ 40

Table 8-2 Interface Mode Options ___________________________________________________43

Table 8-3 Common Interface Mode Settings ___________________________________________43

Table 8-4 Flow Control Options _____________________________________________________44

Table 8-5 Reserved Port Numbers __________________________________________________44

Table 8-6 Connect Mode Options ___________________________________________________45

Table 8-7 Manual Connection Address Example ________________________________________46

Table 8-9 Modem Mode Messages __________________________________________________49

Table 8-10 Modem Mode Commands ________________________________________________50

Table 8-11 Disconnect Mode Options ________________________________________________52

Table 8-12 Flush Mode Options _____________________________________________________52

Table 8-13 Pack Control Options ____________________________________________________53

Table 10-1 Firmware Files _________________________________________________________61

Table 11-2 Monitor Mode Commands ________________________________________________65

Table 11-3 Command Response Codes ______________________________________________66

Table A-2 Status LED _____________________________________________________________67

Table A-3 Serial LEDs_____________________________________________________________68

Table A-4 Ethernet Link LED _______________________________________________________68

Table A-5 Ethernet Activity LED _____________________________________________________68

Table A-6 Problems and Error Messages______________________________________________68

Table B-6 Ethernet RJ45 Connector Pin-Outs __________________________________________73

Table C-1 xDirect Technical Specifications_____________________________________________75

Table E-1 Binary to Hexadecimal Conversion __________________________________________79

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1: Using this Guide

Purpose and Audience

This guide provides the information needed to configure, use, and update the xDirect device server. It is for system administrators and those responsible for installing and maintaining the xDirect.

Chapter Summary

The remaining chapters in this guide include:

Chapter Description

Chapter 2: Introduction Describes the main features of the xDirect and the protocols it supports. Chapter 3: Installation of

xDirect Chapter 4: Using

DeviceInstaller Chapter 5: Configuration

Using Web Manager Chapter 6: Configuration Via

Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode)

Chapter 7: Setup Mode: Server Configuration

Chapter 8: Setup Mode: Channel Configuration

Chapter 9: Setup Mode: Advanced Settings

Chapter 10: Firmware Upgrades

Chapter 11: Monitor Mode Provides instructions for accessing and using the command line interface to

Appendix A: Troubleshooting and Contact Info

Appendix B: Connections and Pinouts

Appendix C: Technical Specifications

Appendix D: Alternative Ways to Assign an IP Address

Appendix E: Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions

Appendix F: Compliance Provides Lantronix compliance information.

Provides information for installing your unit and getting it up and running using DeviceInstaller or a serial port connection.

Instructions for viewing the current configuration using DeviceInstaller.

Details using the Web Manager to set parameters such as port and server properties.

Provides instructions for accessing Setup Mode (command line interface) using a Telnet connection through the network or a terminal or terminal emulation program through the serial port.

Details the network (server) settings

Details the serial port settings.

Details expert and security settings and explains how to reset the unit to factory default values.

Provides instructions for obtaining the latest firmware and updating the xDirect.

monitor the network and diagnose problems.

Describes common problems and error messages and how to contact Lantronix Technical Support.

Provides descriptions and illustrations of connection hardware.

Lists technical specifications for the xDirect.

Provides detailed information about using DHCP, AutoIP, BOOTP, ARP, and Telnet to assign an IP address.

Provides instructions for converting binary values to hexadecimals.

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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

xDirect Quick Start Provides the steps for getting the xDirect up and running. DeviceInstaller Online Help Provides instructions for using the Windows-based utility to configure

“Live” Tutorials on the Lantronix Web Site (English)

Com Port Redirector User Guide

1: Using this Guide

the xDirect and other Lantronix device servers.

Explain and demonstrate assigning an IP address to the xDirect and setting up the xDirect and Com Port Redirector. See http://ltxfaq.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1119

Provides information on using the Windows-based utility to create a virtual com port.

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2: Introduction

xDirect is a sleek and compact Serial-to-Ethernet device server, providing quick and easy Ethernet connectivity to virtually any device or machine with a serial interface. With an integrated Ethernet port and serial cable, multiple power options including PoE, and an industry-best five year warranty, xDirect provides a portable, extremely flexible, and highly affordable network connectivity solution in the market. xDirect comes with a built-in web server that enables users to access and configure the unit using a standard web browser on a PC, smartphone, or tablet from anywhere. With plug-and-play simplicity, small form factor, multiple power options, and a robust device server application, xDirect provides the easiest and shortest path to network connectivity ‘right on the wire’.

Key Features

 Complete Network Connectivity Solution

 Integrated 10/100 Ethernet Port and Serial Cable

 Complete Device Server Application with Full IP Stack and Web Server

 Space Saving Form Factor

 Serial Data Rate of up to 921 Kbps

 128/192/256-bit AES Encryption

 Flexible Power Options: 5 VDC USB Jack, 5-15 VDC DB9 Pin 9, and PoE

 Extended Temperature Range of -40° to 85°C

 5-year Limited Warranty

 Short cable

 256-bit AES Encryption

 Password Protection

Applications

The xDirect family of Device Servers allows serial devices, such as those listed below, to connect and communicate over Ethernet networks using the IP protocol family (TCP for connectionoriented stream applications and UDP for datagram applications).

 ATM Machines

 CNC Controllers

 Data Collection Devices

 Automation Control

 Data Display Devices/Digital Signage

1.When high performance mode in server settings is enabled.

2.PoE model only.

3.Non-PoE models only (UL certified -40

° to +75°C).

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 HVAC Systems

 Medical Devices

 Oil and Gas Exploration

 Security Alarms and Access Control Devices

 Telecommunications Equipment

 Time/Attendance Clocks and Terminals

 Universal Power Supply (UPS) Management Units

Using a method called serial tunneling, the xDirect encapsulates serial data into packets and transports them over Ethernet. Using two xDirect units, connected by a network, virtual serial connections can extend across a facility or around the world.

Figure 2-1 Serial Tunneling Example

The Com Port Redirector software available for download at

www.lantronix.com/support/downloads

simplifies the integration process by extending the functionality of COM-port-based Windows™ applications. Virtual COM ports, mapped to remote device servers on the network, can replace direct serial connections.

Figure 2-2 Direct TCP/IP or Redirector Configuration

Note: For step-by-step instructions on configuring the xDirect for serial tunneling or for

use with the Com Port Redirector, see xDirect Configuration Tutorials on the Lantronix web site: www.lantronix.com/support

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Protocol Support

The xDirect uses the Internet Protocol (IP) for network communications and the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) to assure that no data is lost or duplicated and that everything sent to the connection arrives correctly at the target.

Supported protocols include:

 ARP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, BOOTP, ICMP, Telnet, TFTP, AutoIP, DHCP, HTTP, and SNMP for

network communications.

 TCP/IP, UDP/IP, and Telnet for connections to the serial port as well as Telnet Com Port

Control.

 TFTP for firmware updates.

 IP for addressing, routing, and data block handling over the network.

 User Datagram Protocol (UDP) for typical datagram applications in which devices interact with

other devices without a point-to-point connection.

Additional Features

2: Introduction

Modem Emulation: In modem emulation mode, the xDirect 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. This arrangement leverages network connections and bandwidth to eliminate dedicated modems and phone lines.

Built-in Web Server: The xDirect includes a built-in web server for configuring the unit and

displaying operating and troubleshooting information on the attached links to online support.

Security Features: Password Protection and 256-bit AES Encryption

Configuration Methods

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

 Web Manager: View and configure all settings easily through a web browser using the

Lantronix Web Manager. See Chapter 5: Configuration Using Web Manager.

 DeviceInstaller: Configure the IP address and related settings and view current settings on

the xDirect using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to a network. You will

need the latest version of DeviceInstaller. See Chapter 4: Using DeviceInstaller.

 Serial and Telnet Ports: Use Setup Mode, a command line interface. There are two

approaches to accessing Setup Mode: making a Telnet connection to the network port (9999) or connecting a terminal (or a PC running a terminal emulation program) to the unit's serial

port. See Chapter 6: Configuration Via Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode).

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Product Information Label

Note: The hardware address on the

label is also the product serial number. The hardware address on the label is the address for the Ethernet (eth0) interface.

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

 Part Number

 Revision

 Manufacturing Date Code

 Product Model

 Country of Origin

 Lantronix Datamatrix Barcode

 MAC Address (also used as Serial Number)

2: Introduction

Figure 2-3 Product Label

The first three bytes of the hardware address are fixed and identify the unit as a Lantronix product. The fourth, fifth, and sixth bytes are unique numbers assigned to each unit.

00-80-A3-14-01-18 or 00:80:A3:14:01:18

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Figure 2-4 Sample Hardware Address

3: Installation of xDirect

This chapter describes how to install your xDirect and get it up and running in the shortest possible time.

Package Contents

Verify and inspect the contents of the xDirect package using the following list. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase immediately.

 xDirect

 Power supply*

Note: *Power supply available for non-Power Over Ethernet (PoE) units only.

 Quick Start Guide

Installing the xDirect

Figure 3-1 xDirect with PoE Connected to a Serial Device and Network

Figure 3-2 Standard xDirect (without PoE) Connected to a Serial Device and Network

To install the unit:

Note: See the Connections and Pinouts for details about connectors and pinouts.

1. Connect a serial device to your xDirect.

2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the RJ45 port.

3. For the xDirect PoE version, power is supplied to your unit over the Ethernet interface using an

802.3af PoE-compliant power source such as a PoE mid-span or PoE Ethernet switch.

Note: xDirect is a PoE Power Device, Class 1. For indoor use only. Do not connect

to PoE networks with cable routing to the outside plant!

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4. For non-PoE xDirect unit, supply power to your unit using the power supply that was included

in the packaging.

Note: The provided power supply is 5 VDC 1A. For all xDirect units power can also

be supplied via pin 9 (+) and pin 5 (-) on the DB9F connector (voltage range = 5 VDC to 15 VDC). The xDirect will draw 1.3W max power.

Required Information

Before configuring the xDirect, have the following information available:

Hardware Address

Take note of the unit’s hardware address (also known as the Ethernet or MAC address). It is on the product label, in the format: 00-80-A3-XX-XX-XX, where the XXs are unique numbers

assigned to the product (see Product Information Label).

Hardware Address: _____-_____-_____-_____-_____-_____

IP Address

The xDirect must have a unique IP address on your network. This address references the specific unit. By default, the unit is DHCP-enabled and automatically assigned an IP address on DHCPenabled networks. If you are assigning a static IP address, the systems administrator generally provides the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

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Note: The factory default IP address is 0.0.0.0 to enable DHCP, BOOTP, and AutoIP.

When the units boots, it sends a DHCP broadcast to try and get an IP address. If it receives no reply from a DHCP server, the xDirect tries BOOTP. If the xDirect does not receive a response from BOOTP, it reverts to an AutoIP address.

IP Address: _______ _______ _______ _______

Subnet Mask: _______ _______ _______ _______

Gateway: _______ _______ _______ _______

You have several options for assigning an IP address and related network settings to your unit. This chapter provides information about using the DeviceInstaller (graphical user interface) and serial port login (command line interface) methods.

Note: For information about other methods of assigning the IP address, such as DHCP,

AutoIP, ARP, and Telnet, see

Appendix D: Alternative Ways to Assign an IP Address.

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4: Using DeviceInstaller

This chapter covers the steps for getting the xDirect device server online and for viewing its current configuration.

Note: DeviceInstaller is a free utility program provided by Lantronix that discovers,

configures, upgrades, and manages Lantron ix Device Servers. It can be downloaded from the Lantronix website at www.lantronix.com/support/downloads

For instructions on using DeviceInstaller to configure the IP address and related settings or for more advanced features, see the DeviceInstaller Online Help.

Installing DeviceInstaller

To install DeviceInstalle r:

1. Download the latest version of DeviceInstaller from

http://www.lantronix.com/support/downloads

2. Run the executable to start the installation process.

3. Respond to the installation wizard prompts. (If prompted to select an installation type, select

Typical).

Assigning an IP Address

The unit’s IP address must be configured before it can work correctly on a network. The unit’s IP address is normally set to 0.0.0.0 at the factory. The hardware address is on the product label. The unit is DHCP enabled as the default.

To assign an IP address manually:

1. Click StartPrograms  LantronixDeviceInstallerDeviceInstaller. If your PC has

more than one network adapter, a message displays. Select an adapter and click OK.

Note: If the unit already has an IP address (e.g., DHCP has assigned an IP

address), click the Search icon and select the unit from the list of Lantronix device servers on the local network.

2. Click the Assign IP icon.

3. If prompted, enter the hardware address (on the product label) and click Next.

4. Select Assign a specific IP address and click Next.

5. Enter the IP address. The Subnet mask displays automatically based on the IP address; if

desired, you may change it. On a local network, you can leave the Default gateway blank (all zeros). Click Next.

6. Click the Assign button and wait several seconds until a confirmation message displays. Click

Finish.

7. Select the device from the main window list and select Ping from the Tools menu. The Ping

Device dialog box shows the IP address of the selected unit.

8. From the Tools menu, click the Ping button. The results display in the Status window. Click

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the Clear Status button to clear the window so you can ping the device again.

Note: If you do not receive “Reply” messages, make sure the unit is attached to the

network properly and the IP address assigned is valid for the particular network segment you are working with. If you are not sure, check with your systems administrator.

9. Click the Close button to close the dialog box and return to the main window.

Adding the Unit to the Manage List

Now add the unit to the list of similar Lantronix devices on the network so you can manage and

configure it. To perform this step, click the Search icon.

DeviceInstaller locates the unit and adds it to the list. Now you can manage (configure) the unit so it works with the serial device on the network.

Accessing the xDirect Using DeviceInstaller

1. Click StartPrograms  LantronixDeviceInstallerDeviceInstaller.

4: Using DeviceInstaller

2. Click the xDirect folder. The list of available Lantronix xDirect devices displays.

3. Expand the list of xDirects by clicking the + symbol next to the xDirect icon. Select the xDirect

unit by clicking on its IP address to view its configuration.

Viewing the Current Configuration

DeviceInstaller provides a view of the unit's configuration.

To view the unit's current settings:

1. Follow the instructions above to locate the xDirect.

2. In the right pane, click the Device Details tab. The current xDirect configuration displays.

Table 4-1 xDirect Configuration in DeviceInstaller

Current Settings Description

Name

DHCP Device Name Non-configurable field. Displays the name associated with xDirect’s

Group

Configurable field. A name that identifies the xDirect. The name field is blank by default. Double-click the field, type in the value, and press

Enter to complete. This name is not visible on other PCs or laptops

using DeviceInstaller.

current IP address, if the IP address was obtained dynamically.

To change the DHCP device name, see Chapter 5: Configuration Using

Web Manager or Chapter 6: Configuration Via Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode).

Configurable field. A group name to categorize the xDirect. Double-click

the field, type in the value, and press Enter to complete. This group

name is not visible on other PCs or laptops using DeviceInstaller.

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Current Settings (continued) Description

Comments Configurable field. Information about the xDirect. Double-click the field,

type in the value, and press Enter to complete. This description or

comment is not visible on other PCs or laptops using DeviceInstaller.

Device Family Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s device family as xDirect. Type Non-configurable field. Displays the device type as XDT232 or XDT485. ID Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s ID embedded Hardware Address Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s hardware (or MAC)

address.

Firmware Version Non-configurable field. Displays the firmware currently installed on the

xDirect.

Extended Firmware Version Non-configurable field. Displays the full version nomenclature of the

firmware.

Online Status Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s status as online, offline,

unreachable (the xDirect is on a different subnet), or busy (the xDirect is currently performing a task).

IP Address Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s current IP address. To

change the IP address, see Assigning an IP Address.

IP Address was Obtained Non-configurable field. Displays “Dynamically” if the xDirect automatically

received an IP address (e.g., from DHCP). Displays “Statistically” if the IP address was configured manually. If the IP address was assigned dynamically, the following fields appear:

 Obtain with DHCP with value of True or False  Obtain with BOOTP with value of True or False  Obtain with RARP with value of True or False  Obtain with Auto IP with value of True or False

Subnet Mask Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s current subnet mask. To

change the subnet mask, see Assigning an IP Address.

Gateway Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s current gateway. To change

the gateway, see Assigning an IP Address.

Number of COB partitions

Non-configurable field. Displays the number of COB partitions supported.

supported Number of Ports Non-configurable field. Displays the number of ports on the xDirect. TCP Keepalive Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s TCP keepalive value. The

value is in the range 1-65s, and the default setting is 45.

Telnet Supported Non-configurable field. Indicates if Telnet sessions are permitted.

Displays True.

Telnet Port Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s port for telnet sessions. Web Port Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s port for Web Manager

configuration.

Maximum Baud Rate Supported

Non-configurable field. Displays the xDirect’s maximum baud rate.

Note: The xDirect may not currently be running at this rate.

Firmware Upgradable Non-configurable field. Displays True, indicating the xDirect’s firmware is

upgradable as newer version become available.

Supports Configurable Pins Non-configurable field. Displays False. Supports Email Triggers Non-configurable field. Displays False. Supports AES Data Stream Non-configurable field. Displays True. xDirect supports AES encryption

within the unit.

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Current Settings (continued) Description

Supports 485 Non-configurable field. xDirect supports the RS-485 protocol. Displays:

 False for XDT232.  True for XDT485.

Supports 921K Baud Rate Non-configurable field. Displays True. xDirect supports baud rates up to

921600 bits per second (bps).

Supports HTTP Server Non-configurable field. Displays True. Supports HTTP Setup Non-configurable field. Displays True. Supports 230K Baud Rate Non-configurable field. Displays True. xDirect supports a baud rate of

230400.

Supports GPIO Non-configurable field. Displays False, indicating the xDirect does not

support General Purpose Input Output (GPIO).

Next Step

Now that the xDirect unit has an IP address and other initial settings, you can configure it.

1. Double-click the unit in the list. Details about the unit display.

2. You have the following options:

 To configure the unit using a Web browser, click the Web Configuration tab. The Lantronix

Web Manager window displays in your browser. Continue with Chapter 5: Configuration

Using Web Manager.

Note: To assign Expert and Security settings, you must use the Setup Mode

window in a Telnet session.

 To configure the unit using a Telnet session, click the Telnet Configuration tab. The Setup

Mode window displays. Continue with Chapter 6: Configuration Via Telnet or Serial Port

(Setup Mode).

Assigning the IP Address: Serial Port Login

To assign the IP address and other network settings using a serial connection:

1. Connect a console terminal or a PC running a terminal emulation program to the unit's serial

port. The default serial port settings are 9600 baud, 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control.

2. To enter Setup Mode, cycle the unit's power (power off and back on). After power-up, the self-

test begins and the red Diagnostic LED starts blinking. You have one second to enter three lowercase x characters.

Note: The easiest way to enter Setup Mode is to hold down the x key at the terminal

(or emulation) while powering up the unit.

3. Select 0 (Server Configuration) and follow the prompts until you get to IP address.

4. Enter the new IP address, subnet mask, and gateway (if applicable).

5. Do one of the following:

 Continue with Chapter 6: Configuration Via Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode).  Select 9 to save and exit Setup Mode. The unit performs a power reset.

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You must configure the unit so it can communicate on a network with your serial device. For example, you must set the way the unit will respond to serial and network traffic, how it will handle serial packets, and when to start or close a connection.

The unit’s configuration is stored in nonvolatile memory and is retained without power. You can change the configuration at any time. The unit performs a reset after you change and store the configuration.

In this chapter, we describe how to configure the xDirect using Web Manager, Lantronix’s browser-based configuration tool. (For information on using Setup Mode, our command line

configuration interface, see Chapter 6: Configuration Via Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode).

Note: The examples in this section show a typical device. Your device may have

different configuration options.

Accessing xDirect Using DeviceInstaller

Note: For more information on DeviceInstaller, see Chapter 4: Using DeviceInstaller.

1. Run DeviceInstaller and search for the list of available Lantronix device servers.

2. Click on the xDirect folder. The list of available xDirect products display.

3. Expand the list of xDirect units by clicking the + symbol next to the xDirect icon.

4. Select the xDirect unit by clicking its hardware address.

5. In the right pane, click the Web Configuration tab.

6. To view the xDirect’s Web Manager in the current DeviceInstaller window, click the Go button.

To open the Web Manager in a web browser, click the External Browser button.

Note: Alternatively, to open Web Manager, open your web browser and enter the IP

address of the xDirect.

A dialog box appears to prompt for a User Name and Password.

Figure 5-1 Web Manager Login Window

7. Enter your user name and password. The factory-default user name is “admin” and the

password is “PASS”. The Device Status page of Web Manager displays.

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Figure 5-2 Lantronix Web Manager

8. Navigate between pages by clicking links in the left pane of the Web Manager window.

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Network Configuration

The unit’s network values display when you select Network from the main menu. The following

sections describe the configurable parameters on the Network Settings page.

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Figure 5-3 Network Settings

Network Mode

1. Click Network from the main menu.

2. Note the following:

Network Mode

For the xDirect, Wired Only is the only choice. It enables the Ethernet network connectivity.

Automatic IP Address Configuration

An IP address can be assigned automatically. You then enter related network settings.

To assign an IP address automatically:

1. On the main menu, click Network.

2. Select Obtain IP address automatically.

3. Enter the following (as necessary):

BOOTP Select Enable to permit the Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP) server to assign the IP

address from a pool of addresses automatically. Enable is the default.

DHCP Select Enable to permit the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) to assign a

leased IP address to the xDirect unit automatically. Enable is the default.

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AutoIP Select Enable to permit the xDirect to generate an IP in the 169.254.x.x address

range with a Class B subnet. Enable is the default.

DHCP Host Name Enter the name of the host on the network providing the IP address.

Note: Disabling BOOTP, DHCP, and AutoIP (all three checkboxes) is not advised as the

only available IP assignment method will then be ARP or serial port.

4. When you are finished, click the OK button.

5. On the main menu, click Apply Settings.

Static IP Address Configuration

You can manually assign an IP address to the unit and enter related network settings.

To assign an IP address manually:

1. On the main menu, click Network.

2. Select Use the following IP configuration.

3. Enter the following (as necessary):

IP Address If DHCP is not used to assign IP addresses, enter it manually in decimal-dot notation.

The IP address must be set to a unique value in the network.

Subnet Mask A subnet mask defines the number of bits taken from the IP address that are assigned

for the host part.

Default Gateway The gateway address, or router, allows communication to other LAN segments. The

gateway address should be the IP address of the router connected to the same LAN segment as the unit. The gateway address must be within the local network.

DNS Server The DNS server allows the name of a remote machine to be resolved automatically.

Enter the IP address of the DNS server. If the device is DHCP enabled, the DHCP server provides the DNS server IP address, which will override this configured value.

Note: This setting is applicable only in Manual Connection mode.

4. When you are finished, click the OK button.

5. On the main menu, click Apply Settings.

Ethernet Configuration

You must specify the speed and direction of data transmission.

To specify how data will be transmitted:

1. On the main menu, click Network.

2. Enter the following (as necessary):

Auto Negotiate With this option, the Ethernet port auto-negotiates the speed and duplex with the

hardware endpoint to which it is connected. This is the default.

If this option is not selected, complete the fields that become available:

 Speed: The speed of data transmission. The default setting is 100 Mbps.  Duplex: The direction of data transmission. The default setting is Full.

3. When you are finished, click the OK button.

4. On the main menu, click Apply Settings.

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