Lantronix XPress DR, XPress DR-IAP User Manual

XPress DR

Industrial Device Server

User Guide

Part Number 900-772-R

Revision C December 2017

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correct the interference.

Attention: This product has been designed to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device
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XPress™ DR Industrial Device Server User Guide 2

Date

Rev.

Comments

Changes or modifications to the device not explicitly approved by Lantronix will void the user's
authority to operate the device.

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

Revision History

February 2016 A Initial release.

May 2016 B Included Limited Power Source (LPS) information.

December 2017 C Updated enhanced password information.

XPress™ DR Industrial Device Server User Guide 3

Table of Contents

Intellectual Property ______________________________________________________ 2
Warranty ______________________________________________________________ 2
Contacts _______________________________________________________________ 2
Disclaimer _____________________________________________________________ 2
Revision History _________________________________________________________ 3
List of Figures __________________________________________________________ 9
List of Tables ___________________________________________________________ 9

1: Using this Guide 11

Purpose and Audience __________________________________________________ 11
Chapter Summary ______________________________________________________ 11
Additional Documentation ________________________________________________ 12

2: Introduction 13

Applications ___________________________________________________________ 13

XPress™ DR Industrial Device Server ________________________________ 13
XPress DR-IAP Industrial Device Server ______________________________ 14

Protocol Support _______________________________________________________ 15

Industrial Automation Protocols _____________________________________ 15
Network Protocols (Standard Tunneling) ______________________________ 15

Additional Features _____________________________________________________ 15

Packing Algorithm ________________________________________________ 15
IP Address _____________________________________________________ 15

Port Number ____________________________________________________ 16
Configuration Methods __________________________________________________ 16
Dimensions ___________________________________________________________ 16
Product Information Label ________________________________________________ 17

3: Installation of the XPress DR Device Server 18

Package Contents ______________________________________________________ 18
Installing the XPress DR Unit _____________________________________________ 18
Required Information ____________________________________________________ 19

Hardware Address _______________________________________________ 19

Internet Protocol (IP) Address ______________________________________ 19

Port Number ____________________________________________________ 19
Methods for Assigning an IP Address _______________________________________ 20

4: Using DeviceInstaller 21

Installing DeviceInstaller _________________________________________________ 21
Assigning an IP Address _________________________________________________ 21
Adding the Unit to the Manage List _________________________________________ 22

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Accessing the XPress DR Device Server Using DeviceInstaller ___________________ 22
Viewing the Current Configuration _________________________________________ 22

Next Step ______________________________________________________ 24
Assigning the IP Address: Serial Port Login __________________________________ 24
Saving Configuration ____________________________________________________ 24
Updating Configuration __________________________________________________ 25

5: Configuration Using Web Manager 28

Web Manager Page _____________________________________________________ 28

Device Status Home Page _________________________________________ 28

Apply Settings ___________________________________________________ 29

Apply Defaults __________________________________________________ 29
Network Configuration ___________________________________________________ 30

Automatic IP Address Configuration _________________________________ 30

Ethernet Configuration ____________________________________________ 31
Server Configuration ____________________________________________________ 32
Serial Tunnel - Hostlist Configuration _______________________________________ 34
Channel 1 - Serial Settings Configuration ____________________________________ 35

Serial Settings __________________________________________________ 35
Channel 1 – Connection Configuration ______________________________________ 37

Connection Settings - TCP _________________________________________ 37

Connection Settings - UDP_________________________________________ 40

6: Configuration via Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode) 42

Accessing the Setup Mode Window ________________________________________ 42

Telnet Connection _______________________________________________ 42

Serial Port Connection ____________________________________________ 44
Exiting Setup Mode _____________________________________________________ 44

7: Setup Mode: Server Configuration 45

Server Configuration (Option 0)____________________________________________ 45

IP Address _____________________________________________________ 45

Set Gateway IP Address __________________________________________ 45

Netmask: Number of Bits for Host Part _______________________________ 46

Set DNS Server IP Address ________________________________________ 46

Change Telnet/Web Configuration Password __________________________ 47

DHCP Naming __________________________________________________ 47

8: Channel Mode: Channel Configuration 48

Channel 1 (Option 1) ____________________________________________________ 48

Baudrate _______________________________________________________ 48

I/F (Interface) Mode ______________________________________________ 48

Flow __________________________________________________________ 49

Port Number ____________________________________________________ 50

Connect Mode __________________________________________________ 50

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Send the Escape Sequence (+++) in Modem Mode _____________________ 53

Show IP addr after 'RING' _________________________________________ 53

Auto Increment Source Port ________________________________________ 53

Remote IP Address ______________________________________________ 53

Remote Port ____________________________________________________ 53

DisConnMode ___________________________________________________ 53

Flush Mode (Buffer Flushing) _______________________________________ 54

Pack Control ____________________________________________________ 54

DisConnTime (Inactivity Timeout) ___________________________________ 55

Send Characters _________________________________________________ 56

Telnet Terminal Type _____________________________________________ 56

Channel (Port) Password __________________________________________ 56

9: Setup Mode: Advanced Settings 57

Expert Settings (Option 5) ________________________________________________ 57

TCP Keepalive time in s ___________________________________________ 57

ARP Cache timeout in s ___________________________________________ 57

Disable Monitor Mode at Bootup ____________________________________ 57

HTTP Port Number _______________________________________________ 57

MTU Size ______________________________________________________ 57

TCP Re-Transmission Timeout _____________________________________ 58

Enable alternate MAC ____________________________________________ 58

Ethernet Connection Type _________________________________________ 58
Security Settings (Option 6) _______________________________________________ 58

Disable SNMP __________________________________________________ 58

SNMP Community Name __________________________________________ 59

Disable Telnet Setup _____________________________________________ 59

Disable TFTP Firmware Upgrade ____________________________________ 59

Disable Port 77FE (Hex) ___________________________________________ 59

77FEh Access Mode _____________________________________________ 59

Disable Web Server ______________________________________________ 59

Disable Web Setup _______________________________________________ 60

Disable ECHO Ports ______________________________________________ 60

Enable Enhanced Password _______________________________________ 60
Default Settings (Option 7) _______________________________________________ 60
Exit Configuration Mode (Option 8 or Option 9) _______________________________ 60

10: Firmware Upgrades 61

Obtaining Firmware _____________________________________________________ 61
Reloading Firmware ____________________________________________________ 61

Using TFTP Graphical User Interface ________________________________ 61

Distributing Firmware to Another Unit ________________________________ 62

Using HyperTerminal _____________________________________________ 62

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11: Monitor Mode 64

Entering Monitor Mode Via the Serial Port _____________________________ 64

Entering Monitor Mode Via the Network Port ___________________________ 64

Monitor Mode Commands _________________________________________ 64

12: Com Port Redirector 67

A: Troubleshooting & Technical Support 68

LEDs ________________________________________________________________ 68
Problems and Error Messages ____________________________________________ 69
Lantronix Technical Support ______________________________________________ 71

B: Network Configuration Using UDP 72

UDP Datagrams _______________________________________________________ 72
Configuring Multiple Devices ______________________________________________ 73

Acquiring a Valid Setup Record _____________________________________ 73

Sending a Setup Record __________________________________________ 74

The Intel Hex Format _____________________________________________ 75

Calculating the Checksum _________________________________________ 75

Calculating the Two’s Complement __________________________________ 76
Setup Records _________________________________________________________ 76

Channel Parameters ______________________________________________ 77

Interface Mode __________________________________________________ 77

Baud Rate ______________________________________________________ 78

Flow Control ____________________________________________________ 78

Connect Mode __________________________________________________ 79

Disconnect Mode ________________________________________________ 79

Flush Mode (Buffer Flushing) _______________________________________ 80

Pack Control ____________________________________________________ 81
IP Addresses __________________________________________________________ 81

Network Portion _________________________________________________ 81

Subnet Portion __________________________________________________ 82

Host Portion ____________________________________________________ 82

Network Address ________________________________________________ 82

Broadcast Address _______________________________________________ 82

IP Subnet Mask _________________________________________________ 82

Private IP Networks and the Internet _________________________________ 83

Network RFCs __________________________________________________ 83

C: Connections and Pinouts 84

Serial Interface ________________________________________________________ 84
RJ-45 Serial Connector __________________________________________________ 84
Screw Terminal Serial Connectors _________________________________________ 85
RJ-45 Ethernet Interface _________________________________________________ 85

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Serial Interface Connections ______________________________________________ 86

9-Pin RS-232 to Serial RJ-45 _______________________________________ 86

9-Pin RS-232 to Serial Screw Terminals ______________________________ 86
Front Panel Description __________________________________________________ 87
Power Requirements ____________________________________________________ 89
Reset Switch __________________________________________________________ 89
RS-232/RS-485 Switch __________________________________________________ 89

D: Technical Specifications 90

E: Alternative Ways to Assign an IP Address 91

DHCP ________________________________________________________________ 91
AutoIP _______________________________________________________________ 91

Class A Network _________________________________________________ 92

Class B Network _________________________________________________ 92

Class C Network _________________________________________________ 92

Network Address ________________________________________________ 92

Broadcast Address _______________________________________________ 92

IP Netmask _____________________________________________________ 92

Private IP Networks and the Internet _________________________________ 93

Network RFCs __________________________________________________ 93
BOOTP ______________________________________________________________ 94
ARP and Telnet ________________________________________________________ 94

F: Binary to Hex Conversion 95

Converting Binary to Hexadecimal _________________________________________ 95

Conversion Table ________________________________________________ 95

Scientific Calculator ______________________________________________ 95
Connect Mode Options __________________________________________________ 96
Disconnect Mode Options ________________________________________________ 98
Flush Mode (Buffer Flushing) Options ______________________________________ 100
Interface Mode Options _________________________________________________ 105
Pack Control Options ___________________________________________________ 106

G: Compliance 108

Compliance Information Emission/Susceptibility ______________________________ 108
RoHS, REACH and WEEE Compliance Statement ___________________________ 109

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List of Figures

Table of Contents

Figure 2-1 XPress DR ___________________________________________________ 13
Figure 2-2 RS-485 Multidrop with XPress DR-IAP _____________________________ 14
Figure 2-3 Product Dimensions ____________________________________________ 16
Figure 2-4 Product Information Label _______________________________________ 17
Figure 3-1 XPress DR Connected to Serial Device and Network __________________ 18
Figure 5-1 Device Status Home Page _______________________________________ 28
Figure 5-2 Apply Settings and Apply Defaults _________________________________ 29
Figure 5-3 Network Settings ______________________________________________ 30
Figure 5-4 Server Settings ________________________________________________ 32
Figure 5-5 Hostlist Settings _______________________________________________ 34
Figure 5-6 Channel Serial Settings _________________________________________ 35
Figure 5-7 TCP Connection Settings ________________________________________ 37
Figure 5-8 UDP Connection Settings _______________________________________ 40
Figure 6-1 Setup Mode Window (Standard Tunneling) __________________________ 43
Figure 10-1 TFTP Dialog Box _____________________________________________ 62
Figure A-1 Product Information label ________________________________________ 68
Figure C-1 Serial Screw Terminal Pinouts ___________________________________ 85
Figure C-2 RJ-45 Connector ______________________________________________ 86
Figure C-3 RS-232 to Serial RJ-45 Connection _______________________________ 86
Figure C-4 RS-232 Configuration __________________________________________ 86
Figure C-5 Front Panel Layout ____________________________________________ 87
Figure C-6 Power Requirements ___________________________________________ 89
Figure C-7 Reset Switch _________________________________________________ 89
Figure C-8 RS-232/RS-485 Switch _________________________________________ 89

List of Tables

Table 3-1 Methods for Assigning IP Addresses _______________________________ 20
Table 4-1 XPress DR Configuration in DeviceInstaller __________________________ 22
Table 7-1 BootP/DHCP/AutoIP Options _____________________________________ 45
Table 7-2 Standard IP Network Netmasks ___________________________________ 46
Table 7-3 Netmask Examples _____________________________________________ 46
Table 8-1 Interface Mode Options __________________________________________ 49
Table 8-2 Common Interface Mode Settings __________________________________ 49
Table 8-3 Flow Control Options ____________________________________________ 49
Table 8-4 Port Numbers _________________________________________________ 50
Table 8-5 Connect Mode Options __________________________________________ 50
Table 8-6 Manual Connection Address Example ______________________________ 51
Table 8-7 Modem Mode Commands ________________________________________ 52

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Table 8-8 Disconnect Mode Options ________________________________________ 53
Table 8-9 Flush Mode Options ____________________________________________ 54
Table 8-10 Pack Control Options __________________________________________ 55
Table 10-1 Protocol Firmware _____________________________________________ 61
Table 11-1 Monitor Mode Commands _______________________________________ 64
Table 11-2 Command Response Codes _____________________________________ 66
Table A-1 XPress DR LED Functions ______________________________________ 68
Table A-2 LED Error Indications ___________________________________________ 68
Table A-3 Problems and Error Messages ____________________________________ 69
Table B-1 UDP Configuration _____________________________________________ 72
Table B-2 Block Types __________________________________________________ 75
Table B-3 Setup Record Construction _______________________________________ 76
Table B-4 Channel Parameters ____________________________________________ 77
Table B-5 Interface Mode Options _________________________________________ 77
Table B-6 Common Interface Mode Settings _________________________________ 78
Table B-7 Baud Rate Settings _____________________________________________ 78
Table B-8 Flow Control Options ___________________________________________ 78
Table B-9 Connect Mode Options __________________________________________ 79
Table B-10 Disconnect Mode Options _______________________________________ 79
Table B-11 Flush Mode Options ___________________________________________ 80
Table B-12 Pack Control Options __________________________________________ 81
Table B-13 Network Portion of IP Address ___________________________________ 81
Table B-14 Available IP Addresses _________________________________________ 82
Table B-15 Standard IP Network Netmasks __________________________________ 83
Table B-16 Netmask Examples ____________________________________________ 83
Table C-1 Serial RJ45 Pinouts ____________________________________________ 84
Table C-2 Serial Screw Terminal Pinouts ____________________________________ 85
Table C-3 Ethernet Interface Signals _______________________________________ 85
Table C-4 Front Panel Components ________________________________________ 88
Table D-1 Technical Specification __________________________________________ 90
Table F-1 Binary to Hexadecimal Conversion Table ____________________________ 95
Table F-2 Connect Mode Options __________________________________________ 96
Table F-3 Connect Mode Options for Modem Emulation ________________________ 98
Table F-4 Disconnect Mode Options ________________________________________ 98
Table F-5 Flush Mode Options ___________________________________________ 100
Table F-6 Interface Mode Options _________________________________________ 105
Table F-7 Pack Control Options __________________________________________ 106

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Chapter

Description

7: Setup Mode: Server

8: Channel Mode: Channel

9: Setup Mode: Advanced

10: Firmware Upgrades

11: Monitor Mode

1: Using this Guide

Purpose and Audience

This user guide describes the family of Lantronix® XPress™ DR device servers, including the
XPress DR device server and the XPress DR-IAP device server with support for Industrial
Automation Protocols (IAP).

Most of the material in this manual applies to all of the XPress DR products. However, in some
cases there will be some features that apply to only one product. In those cases, a note will
explain the variation.

Note: In most cases XPress DR refers to both the XPress DR and the XPress DR-IAP industrial

device servers.

Chapter Summary

2: Introduction

3: Installation of the XPress
DR Device Server

4: Using DeviceInstaller

5: Configuration Using Web
Manager

6: Configuration via Telnet
or Serial Port (Setup Mode)

Configuration

Configuration

Settings

Describes the main features of the XPress DR device server and the
protocols supported.

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
application.

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
XPress DR.

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12: Com Port Redirector

A: Troubleshooting &
Technical Support

Provides instructions for accessing and using the command line interface to
monitor the network and diagnose problems.

Provides an introduction to the Com Port Redirector and where to download
the software online.

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

1: Using this Guide

Server Quick Start Guide

B: Network Configuration
Using UDP

C: Connections and Pinouts

D: Technical Specifications

E: Alternative Ways to
Assign an IP Address

F: Binary to Hex Conversion

G: Compliance

Describes how to configure and query the device server over the network
using UDP datagrams.

Provides descriptions and illustrations of connection hardware.

Lists technical specifications for the XPress DR.

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

Provides instructions for converting binary values to hexadecimals.

Provides Lantronix compliance information.

Additional Documentation

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

Document Description

XPress DR Industrial Device

DeviceInstaller Online Help

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

Provides the steps for getting the XPress DR device server
up and running.

Provides instructions for using the Windows® operating
system-based utility to configure the XPress DR and other
Lantronix device servers.

Explain and demonstrate assigning an IP address to the
XPress DR device server and setting it up with the Com Port
Redirector. See

http://ltxfaq.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1119

.

Com Port Redirector Quick Start
Guide

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

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2: Introduction

Applications

XPress™ DR Industrial Device Server

The XPress DR device server connects serial devices to Ethernet networks using the IP protocol
family (TCP for connection-oriented stream applications and UDP for datagram applications). A
few of the different types of serial devices supported are listed below:

 Time/Attendance Clocks and Terminals
 ATM Machines
 CNC Controllers
 Data Collection Devices
 Universal Power Supply (UPS) Management Units
 Telecommunications Equipment
 Data Display Devices
 Security Alarms and Access Control Devices
 Handheld Instruments
 Modems

2: Introduction

The XPress DR connects these devices through a TCP data channel or through a Telnet
connection to computers or another device server. Datagrams can be sent by UDP.

Figure 2-1 XPress DR

The XPress DR supports RS-232, RS-422/485 via its screw terminals and RJ45 serial port. It
supports 10/100 megabytes per second (Mbps) Ethernet through the RJ-45 connector. It can be
configured via HTTP, SNMP, DHCP or Telnet. It contains a flash ROM for easy software
upgrades.

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2: Introduction

PLCs XPress DR-IAP

XPress DR-IAP Industrial Device Server

Note: This section is for the XPress DR-IAP only.

The Lantronix Industrial Automation Platform (IAP) family of device servers allows a single
network and protocol to connect multiple serial devices from many vendors. IAP provides the
automation industry with a network-enabling solution using TCP/IP and standard Ethernet
networks that is vendor-independent.

By encapsulating serial data and transporting it over Ethernet, the device server allows virtual
serial links to be established over Ethernet and IP (TCP/IP, UDP/IP) networks. As a result, limited
distance, point-to-point, direct serial connections can be extended within the plant, throughout the
facility, or across the global enterprise. The following picture is one of the device servers in the
IAP family.

Figure 2-1 RS-485 Multidrop with XPress DR-IAP

Lantronix provides IAP device servers are specifically designed for different industrial
environments.

 XPress DR-IAP, with DIN rail interface for harsh environments or alongside control

instruments in electrical panels

 UDS1100-IAP, a rugged device server for use in applications that require a wide operating

temperature range (-40 to 70°C)

 xDirect-IAP, a compact device server with multiple power options including PoE and wide

operating temperature range (-40 to 85°C)

A few examples of attached devices are:

 PLCs
 AC/DC drives
 CNC systems
 Operator panels and message displays
 Process Controls
 Instrumentation
 Power monitoring equipment
 Scales and weighing systems
 Barcode scanners
 Label printers
 Most factory floor serial devices

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Protocol Support

Industrial Automation Protocols

IAP device servers, adapted to multiple factory environments, can unite any mixture of equipment
from industrial automation vendors into a single reliable pipeline. This new and open
infrastructure opens the way for data to flow in real time from all your plant devices up to your IT
layer.

IAP device servers are delivered with IAP Standard Tunneling protocol and can be loaded with
industrial communication protocols. Where the IAP Standard Tunneling protocol is limited to
exclusive, standard ASCII device-to-device connections, the industrial protocols offer connections
to other devices that require special formatting or features simultaneously.

For information about using any of the industrial communication protocols, see user manuals and
protocol firmware files available at www.lantronix.com/downloads

2: Introduction

.

You can set up the unit using the serial port, or remotely over Ethernet using Telnet or a web
browser. The Lantronix® DeviceInstaller™ application, a Windows
that simplifies the process of installing protocols and configuring them for use with attached
devices. The DeviceInstaller application is also available for download at

www.lantronix.com/downloads

free, non-volatile storage which allows for fast system upgrades.

Network Protocols (Standard Tunneling)

The XPress DR uses TCP/IP protocols for network communication. The supported standards are:
ARP, UDP, TCP, ICMP, Telnet, TFTP, DHCP, AutoIP, and SNMP. For transparent connections,
TCP/IP (binary stream) or Telnet protocols are used. Firmware upgrades can be made with the
TFTP protocol.

The IP (Internet Protocol) protocol defines addressing, routing, and data-block handling over the
network. The TCP (transmission control protocol) assures that no data is lost or duplicated, and
that everything sent into the connection on one side arrives at the target exactly as it was sent.

For typical datagram applications where devices interact with others without maintaining a point­to-point connection, UDP datagram is used.

Additional Features

Packing Algorithm

The two available packet algorithms (which define how and when packets are sent to the
network) are software selectable. The standard algorithm is optimized for applications where
XPress DR is used in a local environment, allowing for very small delays for single characters
while trying to keep the packet count low. The alternate packing algorithm minimizes the packet
count on the network and is especially useful for applications in routed Wide Area Networks.
Various parameters can be set in this mode to economize the serial data stream.

based configuration software

. XPress DR device servers use flash memory for maintenance-

IP Address

Every active device connected to the TCP/IP network must have a unique IP address. This IP
address is used to reference a specific device, for example, to build a connection to XPress DR’s
serial port. See E: Alternative Ways to Assign an IP Address for a complete description of IP
Addressing.

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95MM

(3.7 in)

35MM

(1.4 in)

60MM

(2.4 in)

RESET

10/100BASE-T SERIAL

RS232

RS485

F R

A L

Port Number

A destination IP address and a port number define every TCP connection and every UDP
datagram. A port number is necessary to address an application or a channel on a network host.
The port number can be compared to an extension on a PBX system.

A Telnet application (login to a host with an ASCII terminal) is commonly assigned TCP port
number 23. More than one Telnet connection can be established to one host using the Telnet
port; however, the other peer IP address/port number combinations must be different.

In the XPress DR, a port number can be configured on the channel (port). The XPress DR uses
this port number for outgoing messages and incoming connections, or UDP datagrams, which are
addressed to its port number. Port 9999 (decimal) is used for remote configuration.

Configuration Methods

After installation, the XPress DR 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 XPress DR and assigning IP addresses and other configurable settings:

DeviceInstaller: Configure the IP address and other network settings on the XPress DR using a
Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to a network. See 4: Using DeviceInstaller.

Web-Manager: Through a web browser, configure the XPress DR settings using the Lantronix
Web-Manager. See 5: Configuration Using Web Manager.

2: Introduction

Dimensions

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 6: Configuration via Telnet or Serial Port (Setup Mode).

The XPress DR dimensions are shown in the following drawing.

Figure 2-3 Product Dimensions

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Product Information Label

The product information label on your XPress DR or XPress DR-IAP industrial device server
contains important information about your unit.

Figure 2-4 Product Information Label

2: Introduction

Notes: Before mounting the

device on a DIN rail, copy the
information from the label.

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3: Installation of the XPress DR Device Server

RESET

10/100BASE-T

SERIAL

RS232

RS485

F R

A L

3: Installation of the XPress DR Device Server

This section describes how to install your XPress DR device server and get it up and running in
the shortest possible time.

XPress DR comes with standard tunnel protocol and the XPress DR-IAP comes with the IAP
standard tunnel protocol. Both versions are similar but cannot be interchanged. Standard
tunneling is a serial communications protocol used by most Lantronix device servers. It can be
configured to Ethernet-enable most serial devices such as barcode scanners, weigh scales,
operator panels, data access devices, alpha numeric displays, and thousands of intelligent serial
devices. For XPress DR-IAP users, see Industrial Automation Protocols.

Loading industrial protocols to an XPress DR-IAP, such as IAP Modbus Bridge, may remove the
web pages and change the configure dialogs. See the user manuals on individual protocols for
protocol specific settings and configuration dialogs. Protocol manuals are found at

www.lantronix.com/downloads

Standard Tunnel Protocol.

Note: The following information is based on the condition that a XPress DR is loaded with

Standard Tunnel Protocol. The XPress DR-IAP with IAP Standard Tunnel Protocol has the same
options available.

. This section describes the setup and configuration dialogs for the

Package Contents

Verify and inspect the contents of your XPress DR device server package using the following list.

 XPress DR or XPress DR-IAP industrial device server
 XPress DR Industrial Device Server Quick Start Guide

Installing the XPress DR Unit

The following diagram shows a typical hardware configuration for the XPress DR unit. Use one of
the cables described in Serial Interface Connections to connect a PC COM port to the XPress DR
device server.

Figure 3-1 XPress DR Connected to Serial Device and Network

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To install the unit

1. Connect a serial device to your XPress DR. See Serial Interface Connections for more
information about cable and connector specifications.

2. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port.

3. Supply power to your XPress DR using a 9-30VDC or 9-24VAC source.

Note: The required input voltage is 9-30VDC, 9-24VAC (3 W maximum).

4. Supply power to the serial device.

Note: Connecting a device to an active Ethernet network can disrupt communications on the

network. Make sure the device is configured for your application before connecting to an active
network.

Required Information

Before configuring the XPress DR device server, 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 Information Label. The first three bytes of the hardware Address are fixed and read
00-80-A3, identifying the unit as a Lantronix product. The fourth, fifth, and sixth bytes are unique
numbers assigned to each unit.

3: Installation of the XPress DR Device Server

00-80-A3-21-18-17 or 00:80:A3:21:18:17

Internet Protocol (IP) Address

The XPress DR device server 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 DHCP-enabled networks. If you are assigning a static IP address, the systems
administrator generally provides the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

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 XPress DR tries BOOTP. If the XPress DR 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 Alternative Ways to Assign an IP Address.

Port Number

Every TCP connection and every UDP datagram is defined by a destination IP address and a port
number. For example, a Telnet application commonly uses port number 23. A port number is
similar to an extension on a PBX system.

XPress™ DR Industrial Device Server User Guide 19

Method

Description

The unit's serial channel (port) can be associated with a specific TCP/UDP port number. Port
number 9999 is reserved for access to the unit's Setup (configuration) Mode window.

Methods for Assigning an IP Address

The unit's IP address must be configured before a network connection is available. You have the
following options for assigning an IP to your unit:

Table 3-1 Methods for Assigning IP Addresses

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DHCP

DeviceInstaller
(Recommended)

ARP and Telnet

AutoIP

Serial Port Login

A DHCP server automatically assigns the IP address and network settings. See

DHCP.

You can manually assign the IP address using a graphical user interface (GUI) on a
PC attached to a network.

You manually assign the IP address and other network settings at a command
prompt using a UNIX or Windows-based system. Only one person at a time can be
logged into the configuration port (port 9999). This eliminates the possibility of several
people simultaneously attempting to configure the unit. See ARP and Telnet.

This automatic method is appropriate when you have a small group of hosts rather
than a large network. This method allows the hosts to negotiate with each other and
assign addresses, in effect creating a small network. See AutoIP.

You initially configure the unit through a serial connection. See Assigning the IP

Address: Serial Port Login.

These methods are described in the remaining sections of this chapter.

Note: In most installations, a fixed IP address is desirable. The systems administrator generally

provides the IP address.

Obtain the following information before starting to set up your unit:

IP Address: ______ ______ ______ ______

Subnet Mask: ______ ______ ______ ______

Gateway: ______ ______ ______ ______

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This chapter covers the steps for getting the XPress DR industrial device server online, for
viewing its current configuration, and for saving and upgrading device configurations.

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

upgrades, and manages Lantronix device servers. It can be downloaded from the Lantronix
website at www.lantronix.com/support/downloads
configure the IP address and related settings or for more advanced features, see the
DeviceInstaller Online Help.

Installing DeviceInstaller

1. Download the latest version of DeviceInstaller from 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

. For instructions on using DeviceInstaller to

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.

1. Click Start -> All Programs -> Lantronix ->DeviceInstaller 4.4 -> 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.

7. Click Finish.

8. 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.

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

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Configurable field. A name that identifies the XPress. The name field is blank

DeviceInstaller application.

Non-configurable field. Displays the name associated with XPress unit’s
current IP address, if the IP address was obtained dynamically.

Configurable field. A group name to categorize the XPress device server.

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

Comments

Configurable field. Information about the XPress device server. Double-click

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

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 XPress DR Device Server Using DeviceInstaller

1. If DeviceInstaller has not already been installed, 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 4.4 -> DeviceInstaller.

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

4. Expand the xPress folder by clicking the + symbol next to the folder icon. The list of available
Lantronix XPress DR and XPress DR-IAP devices appear.

5. Select the XPress unit by expanding its entry and clicking on its IP address to view its
configuration.

6. On the right side of the page, click the Device Info tab. The current XPress device
configuration appears.

Viewing the Current Configuration

DeviceInstaller provides a view of the unit's configuration.

1. Follow the instructions above to locate the XPress device server.

2. In the right pane, click the Device Info tab. The current XPress device server configuration
displays.

Table 4-1 XPress DR Configuration in DeviceInstaller

Current Settings Description

Name

DHCP Device Name

Group

Device Family

Type

ID

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 the

Double-click the field, type in the value, and press Enter to complete. This

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

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s device family as
“xPress”.

Non-configurable field. Displays the device type as “xPress DR” or “xPress DR­IAP”.

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s ID embedded
within the unit.

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Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s hardware (or MAC)
address.

Non-configurable field. Displays the firmware currently installed on the XPress
device server.

Extended Firmware

Non-configurable field. Displays the extended firmware currently installed on

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s status as online,

(the XPress device server is currently performing a task).

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s current IP address.
To change the IP address, see Assigning an IP Address.

IP Address was

Non-configurable field. Displays “Dynamically” if the XPress device server

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s current subnet
mask. To change the subnet mask, see Assigning an IP Address.

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s current gateway.
To change the gateway, see Assigning an IP Address.

TCP Keepalive

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s TCP keepalive
value. The value is in the range 1-65s, and the default setting is 45.

Non-configurable field. Indicates if Telnet sessions are permitted. Displays
True.

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s port for Web
Manager configuration.

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

Firmware Upgradable

Non-configurable field. Displays True, indicating the XPress device server’s
firmware is upgradable as newer version become available.

Supports 921K Baud

False

Current Settings Description

Hardware Address

Firmware Version

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Version

Online Status

IP Address

Obtained

Subnet Mask

Gateway

Number of COB
partitions supported

Number of Serial
Ports

Telnet Supported

the XPress device server.

offline, unreachable (the XPress device server is on a different subnet), or busy

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

 Obtain 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

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

Non-configurable field. Displays the number of serial ports on the XPress unit.

Telnet Port

Web Port

Maximum Baud Rate
Supported

Supports
Configurable Pins

Supports Email
Triggers

Supports AES Data
Stream

Supports 485 Non-configurable field. Displays True. The XPress DR supports the RS-485

Rate

Supports HTTP
Server

Supports HTTP Setup Non-configurable field. Displays True.

Non-configurable field. Displays the XPress device server’s port for telnet
sessions.

Note: The XPress device server may not currently be running at this rate.

Non-configurable field. Displays False.

Non-configurable field. Displays False.

Non-configurable field. Displays False.

protocol.

Non-configurable field. Displays

Non-configurable field. Displays True.

.

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Current Settings Description

Supports 230 Baud
Rate

Supports GPIO Non-configurable field. Displays False, indicating the The XPress DR does not

Non-configurable field. Displays False.

support General Purpose Input Output (GPIO).

Next Step

You may configure the XPress DR device server now that it has an IP address and other initial
settings.

1. Double-click the unit IP address in the list. Details about the unit display under the Device
Info tab.

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 Assigning an IP Address.

♦ Select 9 to save and exit Setup Mode. The unit performs a power reset.

Saving Configuration

The device configuration information is stored in flash memory and can be read and saved as a
configuration (.cfg) file.

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To save configuration information

1. Select your XPress device server through DeviceInstaller (see

Accessing the XPress DR Device Server Using DeviceInstaller).

2. Click File > Save Setup Records… in the DeviceInstaller menu
bar. A dialog box with setup record choices appears.

3. Check the setup records you wish to save and click Save. A
browser window appears.

4. Browse to your save location and save your configuration file.

To view saved configuration information

1. Select your XPress device server through
DeviceInstaller (see Accessing the XPress

Device Server Using DeviceInstaller).

2. Click View > Setup Record File in the
DeviceInstaller menu bar.

3. Double-click to select the desired setup record
file.

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4. A View Setup Records window opens showing
contents of the configuration file.

Updating Configuration

Device configuration information can be saved in a file and later used to update the configuration
of other devices.

To update the configuration of a device from a saved file

1. Select your XPress device server through DeviceInstaller (see Accessing the XPress Device

Server Using DeviceInstaller).

2. Click Device > Upgrade in the DeviceInstaller menu bar. Step 1 of 5 of the Device Upgrade
Wizard appears.

3. Check Create a custom installation by specifying individual files (Typical) and click Next
to advance to Step 2 of 5.

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4. To continue without installing a new firmware file, just click Next. To install new firmware,
click Browse to browse to the firmware file and click Next to advance to Step 3 of 5.

5. Check Install setup records from a file, click Browse to browse to and select desired setup
record file, and click Next to advance to Step 4 of 5.

6. Click Save Installation, browse to and save to a desired save location, and click Next to
advance to Step 5 of 5.

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7. Click Next to upgrade your device (or Cancel to cancel.) Status of your device update will
appear in the Device Upgrade Wizard with a confirmation appearing once the unit is updated.

8. Click Close to exit the Device Upgrade Wizard.

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5: Configuration Using Web Manager

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 any time. The unit resets after configuration is changed and stored.

In this chapter, we describe how to configure the XPress device server using Web Manager,
Lantronix’s browser-based configuration tool. (For information on using Setup Mode, our
command line configuration interface, see Accessing the Setup Mode Window.

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

configuration options.

Web Manager Page

Note: The XPress DR-IAP may not have a web page or may use a different format web page.

You can start a web browser for configuration by opening your JAVA-enabled web browser and
entering the IP address or by clicking the Web Configuration button on the Device Management
window. There is initially no Web Manager password for your XPress device server as first
received from Lantronix. We recommend that you always use the enhanced password setting
and create a strong 16 character password. Using no password is very dangerous. See Security

Settings (Option 6) on page 58.

Device Status Home Page

You will reach the Device Status page upon logging into Web Manager. Clicking the
Home icon at the top of the Navigation bar will also bring you to the Device Status page.

Figure 5-1 Device Status Home Page

Navigate to content organized by links on the Navigation bar to the left:

 (Device Status Home Page)
 Network
 Server
 Serial Tunnel -- Hostlist
 Channel 1 -- Serial Settings
 Channel 1 – Connection

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Apply Settings

1. To save and apply the configuration changes to the device server, click Apply Settings.

Note: Clicking OK on each page does not change the configuration on the device. Clicking the

OK button tells the XPress DR device server what changes to use; the Apply Settings button

makes the changes permanent and reboots the XPress DR unit.

Apply Defaults

1. Click Apply Defaults to set the device server back to the default settings.

2. Click Yes to set factory settings, or click No to cancel.

Figure 5-2 Apply Settings and Apply Defaults

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Network Configuration

The unit’s network values display when you select Network in the Navigation bar. The following
sections describe the configurable parameters on the Network Settings page.

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Figure 5-3 Network Settings

Automatic IP Address Configuration

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

To assign an IP address automatically:

1. In the Navigation bar, click Network.

2. Select Obtain IP address automatically.

3. Update the following:

Network Mode For the XPress device server, Wired Only is the only choice. It enables the

Ethernet network connectivity.

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 XPress unit automatically. Enable is the default.

AutoIP Select Enable to permit the Automatic Private IP Addressing (AutoIP) to generate

an IP in the 169.254.x.x address range for the XPress unit automatically within the
a Class B subnet. Enable is the default.

DHCP Host Name

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.

Enter the name of the host on the network providing the IP address.

Click Apply Settings in the Navigation bar.

5.

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