Lantronix EDS-MD16, EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 User Manual

EDS-MD

TM

User Guide

 EDS-MD4
 EDS-MD8
 EDS-MD16

Revision D November 2011

Part Number 900-591

Copyright & Trademark

© 2011 Lantronix. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be transmitted or
reproduced in any form or by any means without the wr itten permission of Lantron ix. Printed in the
United States of America.

Ethernet is a trademark of XEROX Corporation. Windows is a tr ademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds.

Warranty

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

www.lantronix.com/support/warranty

Contacts

Lantronix Corporate Headquarters

167 Technology Drive
Irvine, CA 92618, USA

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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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 2011 A Initial Document for firmware release 7.2.0.0.
October 2011 B Updated power cord part number information.
November 2011 C Updated ethernet port information and cover product image.
November 2011 D Added Suppliers Declaration of Conformity document.

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EDS-MD User Guide 2

Table of Contents

Copyright & Trademark ______________________________________________________2
Warranty _________________________________________________________________2
Contacts _________________________________________________________________2
Disclaimer ________________________________________________________________2
Revision History ___________________________________________________________2
List of Figures ____________________________________________________________12
List of Tables _____________________________________________________________13

1: Using This Guide 15

Purpose and Audience _____________________________________________________15
Summary of Chapters ______________________________________________________15
Safety Information _______________________________________________ __________16

Cover _______________________________________________________________16
Power Plug ___________________________________________________________16
Input Supply __________________________________________________________16
Grounding ____________________________________________________________16
Fuses _______________________________________________________________16
Battery ______________________________________________________________17
Wall Mounting _________________________________________________________17
Port Connections ______________________________________________________17
Equipment Classifications _______________________________________________18
Environmental Conditions for Transportation and Storage _______________________18
Cleaning Instructions ___________________________________________________18
Electromagnetic Interference _____________________________________________18

Additional Documentation ___________________________________________________19

2: Introduction 20

Key Features _____________________________________________________________20
Applications ______________________________________________________________ 20
Protocol Support _________________________________________________________20
Troubleshooting Capabilities _________________________________________________21
Configuration Methods _____________________________________________________21
Addresses and Port Numbers ________________________________________________21

Hardware Address _________________________________ ____________________21
IP Address ___________________________________________________________21
Port Numbers _________________________________________________________22

Product Information Label _________________________________________________ __22

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3: Installation of EDS-MD4/8/16 Device Servers 23

Package Contents _________________________________________________________23
User-Supplied Items _______________________________________________________23
Identifying Hardware Components ____________________________________________23

Serial Ports ___________________________________________________________24
Ethernet Port _________________________________________________________24
LEDs ________________________________________________________________24
Reset to Default Button _________________________________________________25

To restore factory default settings: ______________________________________25
Technical Specification _____________________________________________________26
Installing the EDS-MD ______________________________________________________27

Finding a Suitable Location ______________________________________________27
Connect the EDS-MD to one or more serial devices ___________________________27

4: Using DeviceInstaller 28

Accessing EDS-MD Using DeviceInstaller ______________________________________28
Device Detail Summary _____________________________________________________28

5: Configuration Using Web Manager 30

Accessing Web Manager ___________________________________________________30

Device Status Page ____________________________________________________31
Web Manager Page Components _____________________________________________32
Navigating the Web Manager ________________________________________________33

6: Line and Tunnel Settings 35

RS232/RS485 _________________________________________________________ 35
Line Settings _____________________________________________________________35

To Configure Line Settings _______________________________________________36

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________36
Using the CLI ______________________________________________________36
Using XML ________________________________________________________36

To View Line Statistics __________________________________________________36

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________36
Using the CLI ______________________________________________________37
Using XML ________________________________________________________37

Tunnel Settings ___________________________________________________________37

Serial Settings ________________________________________________________37

To Configure Tunnel Serial Settings ________________________________________37

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________37
Using the CLI ______________________________________________________38
Using XML ________________________________________________________38

Packing Mode _________________________________________________________38

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To Configure Tunnel Packing Mode Settings _________________________________38

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________38
Using the CLI ______________________________________________________39

Using XML ________________________________________________________39
Accept Mode ________________________________________________ __________39
To Configure Tunnel Accept Mode Settings __________________________________40

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________40

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________40

Using XML ________________________________________________________40
Connect Mode ________________________________________________________41
To Configure Tunnel Connect Mode Settings ________________________________42

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________42

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________42

Using XML ________________________________________________________42
Disconnect Mode ______________________________________________________42
To Configure Tunnel Disconnect Mode Settings ______________________________43

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________43

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________43

Using XML ________________________________________________________43
Modem Emulation ______________________________________________________43
To Configure Tunnel Modem Emulation Settings ______________________________44

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________44

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________44

Using XML ________________________________________________________44
Statistics _____________________________________________________________44
To View Tunnel Statistics ________________________________________________44

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________44

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________45

Using XML ________________________________________________________45

7: Network Settings 46

Network Interface Settings __________________________________________________46

To Configure Network Interface Settings ____________________________________47

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________47

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________47

Using XML ________________________________________________________47
To View Network Interface Status _________________________________________47

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________47

Network Link Settings __________________________________________________ ____48

To Configure Network Link Settings ________________________________________48

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________48

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________48

Using XML ________________________________________________________48

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8: Terminal and Host Settings 49

Terminal Settings _________________________________________________________49

To Configure the Terminal Network Connection _______________________________50

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________50

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________50

Using XML ________________________________________________________50
To Configure the Terminal Line Connection __________________________________ 50

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________50

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________50

Using XML ________________________________________________________50

Host Configuration ________________________________________________________50

To Configure Host Settings ______________________________________________51

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________51

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________51

Using XML ________________________________________________________51

9: Services Settings 52

DNS Settings _____________________________________________________________52

To View or Configure DNS Settings: _______________________________________52

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________52

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________52

Using XML ________________________________________________________52

FTP Settings _____________________________________________________________53

To Configure FTP Settings _______________________________________________53

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________53

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________53

Using XML ________________________________________________________53

Syslog Settings ___________________________________________________________53

To View or Configure Syslog Settings: ______________________________________54

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________54

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________54

Using XML ________________________________________________________54

HTTP Settings ____________________________________________________________54

To Configure HTTP Settings _____________________________________________55

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________55

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________55

Using XML ________________________________________________________55
To Configure HTTP Authentication _________________________________________56

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________56

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________56

Using XML ________________________________________________________56

RSS Settings _____________________________________________________________56

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To Configure RSS Settings ______________________________________________56

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________56

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________57

Using XML ________________________________________________________57

Real Time Clock (RTC) Settings ______________________________________________57

To Configure RTC Settings ______________________________________________ 57

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________57

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________57

Using XML ________________________________________________________57

10: Security Settings 58

SSH Settings _____________________________________________________________58

SSH Server Host Keys __________________________________________________58
SSH Client Known Hosts ________________________________________________59
SSH Server Authorized Users ____________________________________________59
SSH Client Users ______________________________________________________60
To Configure SSH Settings ______________________________________________61

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________61

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________61

Using XML ________________________________________________________61

SSL Settings _____________________________________________________________61

Certificate and Key Generation ___________________________________________62
To Create a New Credential ______________________________________________62

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________62

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________62

Using XML ________________________________________________________63
Certificate Upload Settings _______________________________________________63
To Configure an Existing SSL Credential ____________________________________63

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________63

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________63

Using XML ________________________________________________________63
Trusted Authorities _____________________________________________________64
To Upload an Authority Certificate _________________________________________64

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________64

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________64

Using XML ________________________________________________________64

11: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings 65

Filesystem Settings ________________________________________________________65

File Display ___________________________________________________________65
To Display Files _______________________________________________________65

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________65

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________65

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Using XML ________________________________________________________65
File Modification _______________________________________________________66
File Transfer __________________________________________________________66
To Transfer or Modify Filesystem Files ______________________________________67

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________67

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________67

Using XML ________________________________________________________67

IP Network Stack Settings ___________________________________________________67

To Configure IP Network Stack Settings ____________________________________67

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________67

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________67

Using XML ________________________________________________________67
To Configure ICMP Network Stack Settings __________________________________ 68

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________68

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________68

Using XML ________________________________________________________68
To Configure ARP Network Stack Settings __________________________________68

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________68

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________68

Using XML ________________________________________________________68
To Configure SMTP Network Stack Settings _________________________________69

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________69

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________69

Using XML ________________________________________________________69

Query Port _______________________________________________________________69

To Configure Query Port Settings _________________________________________69

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________69

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________69

Using XML ________________________________________________________70

Diagnostics ______________________________________________________________70

Hardware ____________________________________________________________70
To View Hardware Information ____________________________________________70

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________70

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________70

Using XML ________________________________________________________70
IP Sockets ___________________________________________________________70
To View the List of IP Sockets ____________________________________________70

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________70

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________70

Using XML ________________________________________________________70
Ping ________________________________________________________________70
To Ping a Remote Host _________________________________________________71

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________71

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Using the CLI ______________________________________________________71

Using XML ________________________________________________________71
Traceroute ___________________________________________________________71
To Perform a Traceroute ________________________________________________71

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________71

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________71

Using XML ________________________________________________________71
Log _________________________________________________________________72
To Configure the Diagnostic Log Output ____________________________________72

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________72

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________72

Using XML ________________________________________________________72
Memory ______________________________________________________________72
To View Memory Usage _________________________________________________72

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________72

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________72

Using XML ________________________________________________________72
Processes ____________________________________________________________73
To View Process Information _____________________________________________73

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________73

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________73

Using XML ________________________________________________________73

Threads _________________________________________________________________73

To View Thread Information ______________________________________________73

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________73

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________73

Using XML ________________________________________________________73

System Settings __________________________________________________________74

To Reboot or Restore Factory Defaults ___________________ __________________74

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________74

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________74

Using XML ________________________________________________________74

12: Advanced Settings 75

Email Settings ____________________________________________________________75

To View, Configure and Send Email ________________________________________75

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________75

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________76

Using XML ________________________________________________________76

Command Line Interface Settings _____________________________________________76

Basic CLI Settings _____________________________________________________76
To View and Configure Basic CLI Settings ___________________________________76

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________76

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Using the CLI ______________________________________________________76

Using XML ________________________________________________________76
Telnet Settings ____________________________________________________ ____77
To Configure Telnet Settings _____________________________________________77

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________77

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________77

Using XML ________________________________________________________77
SSH Settings _________________________________________________________77
To Configure SSH Settings ______________________________________________78

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________78

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________78

Using XML ________________________________________________________78

XML Settings _____________________________________________________________78

XML: Export Configuration _______________________________________________78
To Export Configuration in XML Format _____________________________________79

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________79

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________79

Using XML ________________________________________________________79
XML: Export Status _____________________________________________________79
To Export in XML Format ________________________________________________79

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________79

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________79

Using XML ________________________________________________________80
XML: Import Configuration _______________________________________________80
Import Configuration from External File _____________________________________80
Import Configuration from the Filesystem ____________________________________80
To Import Configuration in XML Format _____________________________________80

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________80

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________80

Using XML ________________________________________________________80

13: Updating Firmware 81

Obtaining Firmware ________________________________________________________81
Loading New Firmware _____________________________________________________81

14: VIP Settings 82

Virtual IP (VIP) Configuration _________________________________________ _______82

To Configure VIP Settings _______________________________________________82

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________82

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________82

Using XML ________________________________________________________82

Virtual IP (VIP) Status ______________________________________________________82

To View VIP Status _____________________________________________________82

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Using Web Manager ________________________________________________82

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________82

Using XML ________________________________________________________83

Virtual IP (VIP) Counters ____________________________________________________83

To View VIP Counters __________________________________________________83

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________83

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________83

Using XML ________________________________________________________83

15: Branding the EDS-MD4/8/16 84

Web Manager Customization ________________________________________________84
Short and Long Name Customization ______________________ ____________________85

To Customize Short or Long Names _______________________________________85

Using Web Manager ________________________________________________85

Using the CLI ______________________________________________________85

Using XML ________________________________________________________85

Appendix A: Technical Support 86

Appendix B: Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions 87

Converting Binary to Hexadecimal ____________________________________________87

Conversion Table ______________________________________________________87
Scientific Calculator ____________________________________________________87

Appendix C: Compliance 89

Appendix D: Lantronix Cables, Adapters
and Serial Port Pinouts 93

Cables and Adapters _______________________________________________________93
Adapters and Serial Port Pinouts _____________________________________________94

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List of Figures

Figure 2-1 EDS-MD Product Label_________________________________ __________________22
Figure 3-1 Front View of the EDS-MD16 ______________________________________________24
Figure 3-2 Back View of the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 _________________________24
Figure 5-1 Components of the Web Manager Page______________________________________32
Figure 17-2 Windows Scientific Calculator _____________________________________________88
Figure 17-3 Hexadecimal Values in the Scientific Calculator _______________________________88
Figure 18-4 Suppliers Declaration of Conformity ________________________________________91
Figure 19-2 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25M DTE Adapter (PN 200.2066A) ______________________94
Figure 19-3 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25M DCE Adapter (PN 200.2073) _______________________94
Figure 19-4 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25F DTE Adapter (PN 200.2067A )______________________95
Figure 19-5 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25F DCE Adapter (PN 200.2074) _______________________95
Figure 19-6 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9M DTE Adapter (PN 200.2069A)_______________________96
Figure 19-7 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9M DCE Adapter (PN 200.2071)________________________96
Figure 19-8 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9F DTE Adapter (PN 200.2070A)______________________ __97
Figure 19-9 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9F DCE Adapter (PN 200.2072) ________________________97
Figure 19-10 RJ45 to RJ45 Adapter (ADP010104-01)____________________________________98

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List of Tables

Table 3-3 System LEDs on the Top of EDS-MD ________________________________________24
Table 3-4 Serial Indicator LEDs on the Top of EDS-MD __________________________________25
Table 3-5 RJ45 LEDs on the Back Panel (Ethernet Indicators). ____________________________25
Table 6-1 Line Configuration Settings ________________________________________________35
Table 6-2 Line Command Mode Settings ______________________________________________36
Table 6-3 Tunnel Serial Settings ____________________________________________________37
Table 6-4 Tunnel Packing Mode Settings _____________________________________________38
Table 6-5 Tunnel Accept Mode Settings ______________________________________________39
Table 6-6 Tunnel Connect Mode Settings _____________________________________________41
Table 6-7 Tunnel Disconnect Mode Settings ___________________________________________42
Table 6-8 Tunnel Modem Emulation Settings __________________________________________43
Table 7-1 Network Interface Settings _________________________________________________46
Table 7-2 Network 1 (eth0) Link Settings ______________________________________________48
Table 8-1 Terminal on Network and Line Settings _______________________________________49
Table 8-2 Host Configuration _______________________________________________________50
Table 9-1 DNS Settings ___________________________________________________________52
Table 9-2 FTP Settings ___________________________________________________________53
Table 9-3 Syslog Settings _________________________________________________________53
Table 9-4 HTTP Settings __________________________________________________________54
Table 9-5 HTTP Authentication Settings ______________________________________________55
Table 9-6 RSS Settings ___________________________________________________________56
Table 9-7 RTC Settings ___________________________________________________________57
Table 10-1 SSH Server Host Keys ___________________________________________________58
Table 10-2 SSH Client Known Hosts _________________________________________________59
Table 10-3 SSH Server Authorized Users _____________________________________________60
Table 10-4 SSH Client Users _______________________________________________________60
Table 10-5 Certificate and Key Generation Settings _____________________________________62
Table 10-6 Upload Certificate Settings _______________________________________________63
Table 10-7 Trusted Authority Settings ________________________________________________64
Table 11-1 File Display Settings ____________________________________________________65
Table 11-2 File Modification Settings _________________________________________________66
Table 11-3 File Transfer Settings ____________________________________________________66
Table 11-4 IP Network Stack Settings ________________________________________________67
Table 11-5 ICMP Network Stack Settings _____________________________________________68
Table 11-6 ARP Network Stack Settings ______________________________________________68
Table 11-7 SMTP Network Stack Settings _____________________________________________69

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Table 11-8 Query Port Settings ___________________________ __________________________69
Table 11-9 Ping Settings __________________________________________________________71
Table 11-10 Traceroute Settings ____________________________________________________71
Table 11-11 Log Settings __________________________________________________________72
Table 11-12 System Settings _______________________________________________________74
Table 12-1 Email Configuration _____________________________________________________75
Table 12-2 CLI Configuration Settings ________________________________________________76
Table 12-3 Telnet Settings ________________________________________________________77
Table 12-4 SSH Settings __________________________________________________________77
Table 12-5 XML Exporting Configuration ______________________________________________78
Table 12-6 Exporting Status ________________________________________________________79
Table 12-7 Import Configuration from Filesystem Settings ________________________________80
Table 14-1 VIP Configuration _______________________________________________________82
Table 14-2 VIP Counters __________________________________________________________83
Table 15-1 Short and Long Name Settings ____________________________________________85
Table 17-1 Binary to Hexadecimal Conversion _________________________________________87
Table 18-1 Applicable Medical Standards _____________________________________________89
Table 18-2 Applicable ITE Standards ________________________________________________89
Table 18-3 Regulatory Compliance __________________________________________________90
Table 19-1 Lantronix Cables and Adapters ____________________________________________93

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Purpose and Audience

This guide provides the information needed to configure, use, and update the EDS-MD4, EDS­MD8 and EDS-MD16. It is intended for system integrators who are installing this product into their
designs.

Note: EDS-MD device servers (which include models EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and

EDSMD16) are commonly referred to as either EDS-MD4/8/16 or as EDS-MD when
mentioned within a description equally applicable to any of the three models.

Summary of Chapters

The remaining chapters in this guide include:

Chapter Description

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

3: Installation of EDS-MD4/8/16 Device
Servers

4: Using DeviceInstaller Instructions for viewing the current configuration using

5: Configuration Using Web Manager Instructions for accessing Web Manager and using it to configure

7: Network Settings Instructions for configuring network settings.
6: Line and Tunnel Settings Instructions for configuring line and tunnel settings.
8: Terminal and Host Settings Instructions for configuring terminal and host settings.
9: Services Settings Instructions for configuring DNS, FTP, HTTP and Syslog settings.
10: Security Settings Instructions for configuring SSL security settings.
11: Maintenance and Diagnostics

Settings
12: Advanced Settings Instructions for configuring email, CLI and XML settings.

13: Updating Firmware Instructions for obtaining the latest firmware and updating the

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

15: Branding the EDS-MD4/8/16 Instructions on how to brand your device.
Appendix A: Technical Support Instructions for contacting Lantronix Technical Support.
Appendix B: Binary to Hexadecimal

Conversions
Appendix C: Compliance Lantronix compliance information.
Appendix D: Lantronix Cables,

Adapters and Serial Port Pinouts

Includes technical specifications.
Instructions for installing the EDS-MD.

DeviceInstaller.

settings for the device.

Instructions to maintain the EDS-MD, view statistics, files, and
diagnose problems.

EDS-MD.

and instructions on configuring settings.

Instructions for converting binary values to hexadecimals.

Information about the device driver for windows host.

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Safety Information

Warning: Do not remove the cover of the EDS-MD. There are no user-serviceable

parts inside. Opening or removing the cover may expose you to
dangerous voltage that could cause fire or electric shock. Do not
operate the EDS-MD if the housing is broken.

This section describes the safety precautions that should be followed when installing and
operating the EDS-MD.

Warning: This equipment is not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable

anaesthetic mixture including air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.

Cover

Note: Refer all servicing to Lantronix.

Power Plug

 When disconnecting the power cable from the socket, pull on the plug, not the cord.

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 Always connect the power cord to a properly wired and grounded power source. Do not use

adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the cord.

 Only use a power cord with a voltage and current rating greater than the voltage and current

rating marked on the unit.

Note: Unit is shipped with a power cord for medical application.

 Install the unit near an AC outlet that is easily accessible.
 Always connect any equipment used with the product to properly wired and grounded power

sources.

 To help protect the product from sudden, transient increases and decreases in electrical

power, use a surge suppressor, line conditioner, or uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

 Do not connect or disconnect this product during an electrical storm.

Input Supply

 Check nameplate ratings to assure there is no overloading of supply circuits that could affect

over current protection and supply wiring.

Grounding

 Maintain reliable grounding of this product.
 Pay particular attention to supply connections when connecting to power strips, rather than

directly to the branch circuit.

Fuses

There are fuses on the internal power supply serviceable only by Lantronix.

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Battery

A Lithium battery cell inside the unit maintains the unit's date and time when the device is powere d
off. Do not attempt to replace it. The battery is serviceable only by Lantronix.

Caution: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.

REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE

RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. DISPOSE OF USED

BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.

Attention: IL Y A DANGER D'EXPLOSION S'IL Y A REMPLACEMENT INCORRECT

DE LA BATTERIE, REMPLACER UNIQUEMENT AVEC UNE BATTERIE

DU MÊME TYPE OU D'UN TYPE ÉQUIVALENT RECOMMANDÉ PAR LE

CONSTRUCTEUR. METTRE AU REBUT LES BATTERIES USAGÉES

CONFORMÉMENT AUX INSTRUCTIONS DU FABRICANT.

Wall Mounting

If wall-mounted units are installed, the following items must be considered:

 Do not install the unit in such a way that a hazardous stability condition results because of

uneven loading. A drop or fall could cause injury.

 Make sure to install the EDS-MD in an environment with an ambient temperature less tha n the

maximum operating temperature of the EDS-MD. Therefore, conside ration shou ld b e given to
installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature
(Tma) specified by the manufacturer.

 Install the equipment on a wall in such a way that the amount of airflow required for safe

operation of the equipment is not compromised.

 Maintain reliable earthing of wall-mounted equipment. Give particular attention to supply

connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips)
because of the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on overcurrent protection and
supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used
when addressing this concern.

 Before operating the EDS-MD, make sure the EDS-MD mounting is secured.

Port Connections

 Only connect the network port to an Ethernet network that supports 10 Base-T/100 Base-TX/

1000 Base-T.

 Only connect device ports to equipment with serial ports that support EIA-232 (formerly RS-

232C).

 Unless specified otherwise, only connect USB ports to USB thumb drives.

Warning: To avoid overloading and overheating, do not use a USB port as a

charger port or a power port for other devices such as a cellular phone,

PDA device, disk drive, etc.

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Equipment Classifications

 Classification according to the type of protection against electric shock: Class I Equipment
 Classification according to the degree of protection against electric shock: No Applied Parts
 Classification according to the degree of protection against ingress of water: IP20
 Classification according to the mode of operation: Continuous Operation

Environmental Conditions for Transportation and Storage

 An ambient temperature range of -30°C to +80°C
 A relative humidity range of 0% to 95%, noncondensing
 An atmospheric pressure range of 50 kPa to 106 kPa

Cleaning Instructions

1. Disconnect all cables and unplug ac power from the device.

2. Prepare a disinfectant solution using 1 part bleach mixed with 9 parts water.

3. Lightly moisten a tissue with the mild detergent and wipe down only the outside of the device.

4. Allow the device to air-dry or wipe dry with a clean dry tissue before use.

Caution: To avoid electric shock and for the device t o work properly, do n ot allow

cleaning solution get inside the device, specifically the interface port

connectors or the ac inlet. Do not immerse the device in any liquid.

Electromagnetic Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the EMC limits for the Medical Device
Directive 93/42/EEC (EN 55022 Class A and EN 60601-1-2). These limits a re desi gned to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a typi cal medical insta llation. The equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if no t installed and used in
accordance with these instructions, may cause harmful interference to other devices in the vicinity.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference with othe r devices, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving device
 Increase the separation between the equipment
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the other

device(s) is connected

 Consult the manufacturer or field service technician for help

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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

EDS-MD Command Reference Instructions for accessing Command Mode (the command line

EDS-MD Quick Start Guide Instructions for getting the EDS-MD up and running.

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

Com Port Redirector Quick Start
and Online Help

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interface) using a Telnet connection, SSH connection or through the
serial port. Detailed information about the commands. Also provides
details for XML configuration and status.

EDS-MD 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

The EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 Ethernet Device Servers are complete network­enabling solutions. This device server allows system integrators and administrators to go to
market quickly and easily with Ethernet networking and web server capabilities. EDS-MD models
are available in 4, 8 and 16 port configurations.

Key Features

 Power Supply: Direct plug-in to wall ac with universal 100-240 VAC input
 Controller: 32-bit ARM11 microprocessor running at 600 megahertz (Mhz)
 Memory: 64 megabit Flash, 2 gigabit DDR2 DRAM, and a 4 gigabyte SDHC card (internal

only-not user replaceable).

 Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet support (10/100/1000Base-T) speed auto-sensing , au to matic MDI/

MDIX (straight and cross-over cables are OK to use)

 Serial Ports: 4 to 16 ports depending on model (EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16),

electrically isolated from one another and other circuits. Hardware/Software handshaking
capability. Custom/standard baud rates up to 921600 bits per second (bps).

 USB ports: 2 ports of fixed full-speed 2.0 USB Host, electrically isol ated from one another and

other circuits, capable of providing 0.5A ea ch .

 Temperature Range: 0°C to +55°C.

Applications

The EDS-MD4/8/16 device server connects serial devices such as those listed below to Ethernet
networks using the IP protocol family.

 Patient Monitoring Devices
 Glucose Analyzers
 Infusion Pumps

Protocol Support

The EDS-MD4/8/16 device server contains a full-featured IP stack. Supported protocols include:

 ARP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, DHCP, Auto IP, Telnet, SMTP, DNS, FTP, TFTP, and Syslog for

network communications and management.

 TCP, UDP and tunneling to the serial port.
 TFTP for uploading/downloading files.
 FTP, SFTP, HTTPS and HTTP for firmware upgrades and uploading/downloading files.

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Troubleshooting Capabilities

The EDS-MD4/8/16 offers a comprehensive diagnostic tool set that lets you troubleshoot problems
quickly and easily. Available from the CLI or Web Manager, the diagnostic tools let you:

 View memory and IP socket information.
 Perform ping and traceroute operations.
 Conduct forward or reverse DNS lookup operations.
 View all processes currently running on the EDS-MD, including CPU utilization.
 View system log messages.

Configuration Methods

After installation, the EDS-MD4/8/16 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 EDS-MD4/8/16 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 “Configuration Using Web Manager” on page 30.)

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DeviceInstaller: Configure the IP address and related settings and view current settings on the
EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to
a network. (See “Using DeviceInstaller” on page 28.)

Command Mode: There are two methods for accessing Command Mode (CLI): making a Telnet
or SSH connection, or connecting a terminal (or a PC running a terminal emulation program) to the
unit’s serial port. (See the EDS-MD4 Command Reference Guide for instructions and available
commands.)

XML: The EDS-MD4/8/16 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 EDS-MD Command Reference Guide for instructions and commands.)

Addresses and Port Numbers

Hardware Address

The hardware address is also referred to as the Ethernet address, physical address, or MAC
address. Sample hardware address:

 00-20-4A-14-01-18

 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.

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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.

Bar Code
Serial Number
Part Number

Revision
Manufacturing

Date Code

SN: XXXXXXXXXXXXX
PN: XXXXXXXXXXXXX Rev: XXX
Made In: XXXXXXX YYWWW

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
TCP port number 23.

The following is a list of the default server port numbers running on the EDS- MD4/8/16:

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

Note: Additional TCP/UDP ports and tunnels will be available, depending on the product

type. The default numbering of each additional TCP/UDP port and corresponding tunnel
will increase sequentially (i.e., TCP/UDP Port 1000X: Tunnel X).

Product Information Label

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

 Bar code
 Product Revision
 Part Number
 Serial Number (MAC Address)
 Manufacturing Date Code

Figure 2-1 EDS-MD Product Label

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3: Installation of EDS-MD4/8/16 Device Servers

This chapter describes how to install the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-M D1 6 device ser ve rs.

Package Contents

Your EDS-MD4/8/16 package includes the following items:

 One EDS-MD device server (an EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16)
 One RJ45 CAT 5E cable (part number 500-207-R) for network connection
 One RJ45 cable loopback adapter (par t num ber 500-153)
 One power cord
 EDS-MD Quick Start Guide

User-Supplied Items

To complete your EDS-MD installation, you need the following items:

 RS-232 serial devices that require network connectivity. Each EDS-MD4/8/16 serial port

supports a directly connected RS-232 serial device.

 A serial cable for each serial device to be connected to the EDS-MD4/8/16. All devices

attached to the device ports support the RS-232C (EIA-232) standard. Cate gory 5 cabling with
RJ45 connections is used for the device port connections.

Note: To connect an EDS-MD4/8/16 serial port to a DTE device, you need a DTE cable,

such as the one supplied in your EDS-MD package, or an RJ45 patch cable and DTE
adapter. To connect the EDS-MD4/8/16 serial port to a DCE device, you need a DCE
(modem) cable, or an RJ45 patch cable and DCE adapter. For a list of the Lantronix
cables and adapters you can use with the EDS-MD, see the Appendix D: Lantronix

Cables, Adapters and Serial Port Pinouts (on page 93).

 An available connection to your Ethernet network and an Ethernet cable.
 A working, properly grounded power outlet.

Identifying Hardware Components

Figure 3-1 shows the front of the EDS-MD16. Figure 3-2 shows the back of the EDS-MD4, EDS-

MD8 or EDS-MD16.

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Note: EDS-MD4

has 4 RJ45 Serial
Ports and EDS-MD8
has 8 RJ45 Serial
Ports.

RJ45 Ethernet Ports

USB Port

Power Connector

Note: Ethernet ports

2 and 3 will become
operational with a
future firmware
update.

Figure 3-1 Front View of the EDS-MD16

Figure 3-2 Back View of the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16

Serial Ports

In the front of the device, the EDS-MD4 has 4 serial ports, the EDS-MD8 has 8 serial ports, and
the EDS-MD16 has 16 serial ports. All are configured as DTE and support up to 921600 baud.

Ethernet Port

The back panel of the EDS-MD4/8/16 provides a network interface via the “Main 1” RJ45 port. This
port can connect to an Ethernet network at 10/100/1000Base-T. The Speed LED on the back of
the EDS-MD shows the connection of the attached Ethernet network. The EDS-MD4/8/16 can be
configured to operate at a fixed Ethernet speed and duplex mode (half- or full-duplex). Otherwise
by default, the EDS-MD auto-negotiates the connection to the Ethernet network.

LEDs

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the EDS-MD show status information.

 Each serial port has a corresponding status LED.
 The Ethernet port LEDs indicate Speed, Activity, Power, and Status.

The tables below describe the LEDs on the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16.

Table 3-3 System LEDs on the Top of EDS-MD

LED Description

Steady Green Unit operational.
Off Unit powered down or not operational.

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Table 3-4 Serial Indicator LEDs on the Top of EDS-MD

LED Description

Green Indicates there is a tunnel connection to or from the EDS-MD.
Red Not supported.
Off There is no tunnel connection on the serial line.

Note: Number of Serial LEDs correspond with the EDS-MD model number. For

instance, EDS-MD4 has 4 LEDs, EDS-MD8 has 8 LEDs, and EDS-MD16 has 16 LEDs.

Table 3-5 RJ45 LEDs on the Back Panel (Ethernet Indicators).

LED Description

Left LED Green Connected at 1000 Mbps.
Left LED Amber Connected at 100 Mbps.
Left LED Off Connected at 10 Mbps or no link.
Right LED Green (Solid) Full duplex with no activity
Right LED Green (Blinking) Full duplex with activity
Right LED Amber (Solid) Half duplex with no activity.
Right LED Amber (Blinking) Half duplex with activity.
Right LED Off No connection.

Reset to Default Button

The EDS-MD can be restored to factory defaults which includes clearing all networking settings.
The IP address, gateway and netmask are set to all zeros. The reset-to-default button is located
on the side of the housing, accessible with a paper clip or other similar object, through a pin hole.

To restore factory default settings:

1. Power cycle the unit.

2. During the bootup, hold down the reset-to-default button for a mini m um of 25 s econ ds.

3. Release the button. The firmware restores factory default settings to the configuration.

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Technical Specification

Category Description

NETWORK INTERFACE
Ethernet Ports 3 RJ45 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Ethernet ports

Left LED Indicator
Right LED Indicator
Isolation from internal circuit 1.5 KVAC

Isolation from adjacent port 1.5 KVAC

USB INTERFACE
USB Ports 2 of USB-A Host, USB 2.0, Full Speed only
Output Capability 0.5 A
Isolation from internal circuit 1.5 KVAC
Isolation from adjacent port 1.5 KVAC

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Auto sensing
Automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover
Full duplex IEEE 802.3x flow control
Half-duplex back pressure flow control

See

Table 3-5.

See

Table 3-5.

SERIAL INTERFACE
Serial Ports Options of 4-port, 8-port, 16-port

RS232 Serial Ports DTE via RJ45 connectors

Baud rate Selectable from 300 bps to 921600 bps
Serial Line Formats Characters: 7 or 8 data bits

Stop bits: 1 or 2
Parity: odd, even, none

Modem Control DTR/DSR
Flow Control Hardware: CTS/RTS

Software: XON/XOFF

Serial LED Indicators
Protection from ESD 15kV (human body model)

Isolation from internal circuit 1.5 KVAC
Isolation from adjacent port 1.5 KVAC
Reset-to-Default-Parameters

Switch

POWER RATING
Power Input AC Connector IEC60320 C14 receptacle with no power switch
Power Usage 100-240 VAC, 50/60 HZ, 0.4M

See

Table 3-4.

Side panel pin-hole recessed push button switch

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Category (continued) Description

PHYSICALS
Dimensions L x W x H = 8.25 x 7.5 x 2.4 in. (21 x 19 x 6 cm)
Weight 16-port = 2.0 lbs (0.9 Kg)

Environmental Temperature Operating 0° to 55°C (32° to 131°F)

Humidity Operating 20% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing

Installing the EDS-MD

Finding a Suitable Location

 You can install the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16 either on a shelf, on a desktop or

mounted on the wall.

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8-port = 1.8 lbs (0.82 Kg)
4-port = 1.75 lbs (0.8 Kg)

Temperature for Transportation and Storage -30° to 80°C
Humidity 0% to 95% non-condensing
Atmospheric Pressure 50 kPa to 105 kPa

 If using AC power, do not use outlets controlled by a wall switch.

Connect the EDS-MD to one or more serial devices

All EDS-MD serial ports support RS-232 devices.

1. Power off the serial devices.

2. Attach a CAT 5 serial cable between th e EDS-MD and your serial device. See Appendix D:

Lantronix Cables, Adapters and Serial Port Pinouts (on page 93), for a list of cables and

adapters you can use.

3. Connect an Ethernet cable between the EDS-MD Ethernet port and your Ethernet network.

4. Insert the power cord into the back of the EDS-MD. Plug the other end into an AC wall outlet.

5. Power up the serial devices.

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4: Using DeviceInstaller

This chapter covers the steps for locating a EDS-MD4/8/16 unit and viewing its properties and
device details. DeviceInstaller is a free utility program provided by Lantronix that discovers,
configures, upgrades and manages Lantronix Device Servers.

Notes:

 For instructions on using DeviceInstaller to configure the IP address and related

settings or for more advanced features, see the DeviceInstaller Online Help.

 Auto IP generates a random IP address in the range of 169.254.0.1 to

169.254.255.254, with a netmask of 255.255.0.0, if no BOOTP or DHCP server is

found. These addresses are not routable.

Accessing EDS-MD Using DeviceInstaller

Note: Make note of the MAC address. It is needed to locate the EDS-MD4/8/16 using

DeviceInstaller.

To use the DeviceInstaller utility, first install the latest version from the downloads page on the
Lantronix web site www.lantronix.com/downloads

1. Run the executable to start the installation process and respond to the installation wizard
prompts. (If prompted to select an installation type, select Typical.)

.

2. Click Start -> All Programs -> Lantronix -> DeviceInstaller -> DeviceInstaller.

3. When DeviceInstaller starts, it will perform a network device search. To perform another
search, click Search.

4. Expand the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16 folder by clicking the + symbol next to the
folder icon. The list of available Lantronix EDS-MD4/8/16 devices appears.

5. Select the EDS-MD4/8/16 unit by expanding its entry and clicking on its IP address to view its
configuration.

6. On the right page, click the Device Details tab. The current EDS-MD4/8/16 configuration
appears. This is only a subset of the full configuration; the full configura tion may b e accessed
via Web Manager, CLI or XML.

Device Detail Summary

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

Current Settings Description

Name Name identifying the EDS-MD.

DHCP Device Name

The name associated with the EDS-MD module’s current IP address, if
the IP address was obtained dynamically.

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Current Settings (continued) Description

Configurable field. Enter a group to categorize the EDS-MD. Double-

Group

Comments

Device Family Shows the EDS device family type as “EDS”.
Type Shows the device type as “EDS-MD”.
ID Shows the EDS-MD ID embedded within the unit.
Hardware Address Shows the EDS-MD hardware (MAC) address.
Firmware Version Shows the firmware currently installed on the EDS-MD.
Extended Firmware Version Provides additional information on the firmware version.

Online Status

IP Address

IP Address was Obtained

Subnet Mask

Gateway

Number of Ports Shows the number of serial ports on this EDS-MD.

Supports Configurable Pins
Supports Email Triggers Shows True, indicating email triggers are available on the EDS-MD.

Telnet Enabled Indicates whether Telnet is enabled on this EDS-MD.
Telnet Port Shows the EDS-MD port for Telnet sessions.
Web Enabled Indicates whether Web Manager access is enabled on this EDS-MD.

Web Port

Firmware Upgradable

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.

Configurable field. Enter comments for the EDS-MD. Double-click the
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.

Shows the EDS-MD status as Online, Offline, Unreachable (the EDS­MD is on a different subnet), or Busy (the EDS-MD is currently
performing a task).

Shows the EDS-MD current IP address. To change the IP address, click
the Assign IP button on the DeviceInstaller menu bar.

Appears “Dynamically” if the EDS-MD automatically received an IP
address (e.g., from DHCP). Appears “Statically” if the IP address was
configured manually.

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

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

Shows the subnet mask specifying the network segment on which the
EDS-MD resides.

Shows the IP address of the router of this network.
There is no default.

Shows False, indicating configurable pins are not available on the EDS­MD.

Shows the EDS-MD port for Web Manager configuration (if Web
Enabled field is True).

Shows True, indicating the EDS-MD firmware is upgradable as newer
versions become available.

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5: Configuration Using Web Manager

This chapter describes how to configure the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 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

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 EDS-MD4/8/16 in the address ba r. The IP address may have been
assigned manually using DeviceInstaller (see the EDS-MD Quick Start Guide) or automatically
by DHCP.

3. Enter your username and password.The factory-default username is “admin” and the
password is “PASS.” The Device Status web page 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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