National Instruments GPIB-ENET-100 User Manual

GPIB

Getting Started with Your GPIB-ENET/100 and NI-488.2™for Mac OS

GPIB-ENET/100 for Mac OS

November 2000 Edition

Part Number 322878A-01

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Compliance

FCC/Canada Radio Frequency Interference Compliance*

Determining FCC Class

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has rules to protect wireless communications from interference.
The FCC places digital electronics into two classes. These classes are known as Class A (for use in industrial­commercial locations only) or Class B (for use in residential or commercial locations). Depending on where it is
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Communications (DOC), of Industry Canada, regulates wireless interference in much the same way.)

Digital electronics emit weak signals during normal operation that can affect radio, television, or other wireless
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Consult the FCC web site

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FCC/DOC Warnings

This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in strict accordance with the
instructions in this manual and the CE Mark Declaration of Conformity**, may cause interference to radio and
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and the Canadian Department of Communications (DOC).

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Class A

Federal Communications Commission

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of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

for more information.

Canadian Department of Communications

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.

Class B

Federal Communications Commission

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, 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 antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Canadian Department of Communications

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.

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Readers in the EU/EEC/EEA must refer to the Manufacturer's Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for information**
pertaining to the CE Mark compliance scheme. The Manufacturer includes a DoC for most every hardware product
except for those bought for OEMs, if also available from an original manufacturer that also markets in the EU, or
where compliance is not required as for electrically benign apparatus or cables.

* Certain exemptions may apply in the USA, see FCC Rules §15.103 Exempted devices,and§15.105(c).

Also available in sections of CFR 47.

** The CE Mark Declaration of Conformity will contain important supplementary information and instructions

for the user or installer.

Contents

About This Manual

Conventions ...................................................................................................................xi

Related Documentation..................................................................................................xii

Chapter 1
Introduction

What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................1-1

Optional Equipment....................................................................................................... 1-2

Optional Hardware ..........................................................................................1-2

Multiple-Computer Software License .............................................................1-2

GPIB-ENET/100 Hardware Overview ..........................................................................1-2

Feature Overview ............................................................................................1-3

LED Overview................................................................................................. 1-3

NI-488.2 Overview ........................................................................................................1-4

Time-Saving Development Tools..................................................................................1-5

Chapter 2
Installation

Installing NI-488.2.........................................................................................................2-1

Installing the GPIB-ENET/100 Hardware.....................................................................2-2

Step 1. Record the Serial Number, Ethernet Address, and

Default Hostname.........................................................................................2-2

Step 2. Connect the Cables..............................................................................2-3

Step 3. Switch on Your GPIB-ENET/100.......................................................2-4

Chapter 3
Ethernet Configuration

Entering Network Configuration Mode.........................................................................3-1

Using the NI Ethernet Device Configuration Utility .....................................................3-2

Changing the Network Settings....................................................................... 3-4

Static IP Parameters.........................................................................................3-6

Choosing a Static IP Address ..........................................................................3-6

For a Network Administered by a Network Administrator ..............3-6

For a Network without a Network Administrator............................. 3-7

Verifying the Hostname ..................................................................................3-8

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Contents

Chapter 4
GPIB Configuration

Configuring the NI-488.2 Software Characteristics...................................................... 4-1

Changing the Software Settings...................................................................... 4-1

Restart Your Computer ...................................................................................4-3

Chapter 5
Verify the Installation

Verifying the Software Installation ............................................................................... 5-1

Connecting the GPIB Cable .......................................................................................... 5-2

Chapter 6
Using Your GPIB-ENET/100 and NI-488.2

Using DHCP.................................................................................................................. 6-1

Using the CFG RESET Switch...................................................................................... 6-2

Using the CFG RESET Switch during Operation........................................... 6-3

Using the CFG RESET Switch at Power-On.................................................. 6-4

Updating the Firmware.................................................................................................. 6-4

Using the IBIC 488.2 Utility ......................................................................................... 6-6

Programming Considerations ........................................................................................ 6-6

Appendix A
PWR/RDY LED Signaling

Appendix B
Troubleshooting and Common Questions

Appendix C
Specifications

Appendix D
Technical Support Resources

Glossary

Index

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Figures

Tables

Contents

Figure 1-1. GPIB-ENET/100 Front Panel................................................................1-3

Figure 2-1. GPIB-ENET/100 Baseplate Identification Label..................................2-2

Figure 2-2. GPIB-ENET/100 Rear Panel................................................................. 2-3

Figure 2-3. Connecting Power to the GPIB-ENET/100........................................... 2-4

Figure 3-1. NI Ethernet Device Configuration Utility .............................................3-2

Figure 3-2. Properties Display for an Unconfigured GPIB-ENET/100...................3-4

Figure 3-3. Specifying IP Settings ...........................................................................3-5

Figure 3-4. Hostname Verification Error Detected..................................................3-8

Figure 4-1. Ethernet Settings in NI-488 Config.......................................................4-2

Figure 6-1. NI Ethernet Device Firmware Update Utility .......................................6-5

Table 1-1. LED Descriptions..................................................................................1-4

Table 3-1. Valid and Invalid IP Addresses for Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 .........3-7

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About This Manual

This manual contains instructions to help you install and configure
the National Instruments GPIB-ENET/100 and NI-488.2 for Mac OS. The
NI-488.2 software included in this kit is intended for use with Mac OS 8.1
or higher with at least 32 MB memory.

This manual assumes that you are familiar with the Mac OS and with
Ethernet and Internet networks, and that your Macintosh is connected
to an Ethernet network. This manual also assumes you have Open
Transport and TCP/IP installed on your Macintosh, which is required
before you can use the driver software for the GPIB-ENET/100.

Conventions

The following conventions appear in this manual:

This icon denotes a note, which alerts you to important information.

This icon denotes a caution, which advises you of precautions to take to
avoid injury, data loss, or a system crash.

bold Bold text denotes items that you must select or click on in the software,

such as menu items and dialog box options. Bold text also denotes names
of utilities, control panels, software folders, parameters, icons, and LEDs.

italic Italic text denotes variables, emphasis, a cross reference, or an introduction

to a key concept. This font also denotes text that is a placeholder for a word
or value that you must supply.

monospace

monospace bold

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Text in this font denotes text or characters that you should enter from the
keyboard, sections of code, programming examples, and syntax examples.
This font is also used for the proper names of disk drives, paths, device
names, functions, operations, variables, and code excerpts.

Bold text in this font denotes the messages and responses that the computer
automatically prints to the screen.

About This Manual

Related Documentation

The following documents contain information that you might find helpful
as you read this manual:

• ANSI/IEEE Standard 488.1-1987, IEEE Standard Digital Interface

for Programmable Instrumentation

• ANSI/IEEE Standard 488.2-1992, IEEE Standard Codes, Formats,

Protocols, and Common Commands

• ANSI/IEEE Standard 802.3-1988, Information Processing Systems,
Local Area Networks,Part3

• Inside Macintosh: Networking with Open Transport, Apple Computer,
Inc.

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Introduction

This chapter lists what you need to get started and optional equipment
you can order, and briefly describes the GPIB-ENET/100 hardware and
NI-488.2 for Mac OS.

What You Need to Get Started

Before you install your GPIB-ENET/100 hardware and NI-488.2 for
Mac OS, make sure you have all of the following items:

❑

Mac OS 8.1 or higher with at least 32 MB memory

❑

TCP/IP protocol installed on your computer

❑

GPIB-ENET/100, which is included in your hardware kit

❑

GPIB-ENET/100 power supply, which is included in your hardware kit

❑

One of the following power cords, which is included in your
hardware kit:

– U.S. standard power cord

– Switzerland power cord

– Australian power cord

– Universal European power cord

– North American power cord

– U.K. power cord

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❑

The NI-488.2 for Mac OS Version 7.6.7 CD, which is included in your
software kit

❑

One of the following Category 5 twisted-pair network cables,
which you can purchase from National Instruments:

– Straight-through cable for connecting the GPIB-ENET/100 to

a network hub

– Cross-over cable for connecting the GPIB-ENET/100 directly

to a computer’s network interface card (NIC)

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Chapter 1 Introduction

❑

One of the following shielded GPIB cables, which you can purchase
from National Instruments:

– Type X1 single-shielded cables (1, 2, or 4 m)

– Type X2 double-shielded cables (1, 2, or 4 m)

Caution

(Type X1 or X2) GPIB cable. Operating this equipment with a non-shielded cable may
interfere with radio and television reception.

To meet FCC emission limits for this device, you must use a shielded

Optional Equipment

This section lists optional equipment that you can order from
National Instruments.

Optional Hardware

For information about ordering the following optional equipment,
contact National Instruments:

• Serial or parallel bus extender and cables

• Bus expander/isolator

• GPIB mechanical switch

Multiple-Computer Software License

A multiple-computer software license allows one or more hosts on a
single physical network to access one or more GPIB-ENET/100 boxes.
For information about ordering a software license, contact National
Instruments.

GPIB-ENET/100 Hardware Overview

The GPIB-ENET/100 high-speed interface controls GPIB instruments
across Ethernet networks. You can use the GPIB-ENET/100 to access
remote test equipment from anywhere in the world via TCP/IP protocols on
10Base-T and 100Base-TX networks. By incorporating a new architecture,
100Base-TX Ethernet, and HS488, the GPIB-ENET/100 delivers
performance comparable to that of plug-in boards.

The GPIB-ENET/100 automatically detects if the available network is
10Base-T (10 Mbits/s) or 100Base-TX (100 Mbits/s) and transmits at
the highest available speed.

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Feature Overview

Chapter 1 Introduction

You can use either the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) or
a simple Ethernet configuration utility to configure the GPIB-ENET/100
without the need for any dip switches or jumpers. Installation options
include rack mounting, DIN rail mounting, wall mounting, and stackable
stand-alone use. You can stack the unit with other GPIB-ENET/100 units
and additional National Instruments products including the ENET-232
Series and ENET-485 Series serial controllers.

For more information about hardware specifications, refer to Appendix C,

Specifications.

With the GPIB-ENET/100, you gain all the features inherent in a
networked device: fewer cabling distance restrictions, device sharing,
and communication with devices throughout the Internet.

In a GPIB application, you are restricted to the distance limitations of the
GPIB specification. However, you can overcome these restrictions because
the GPIB-ENET/100 uses Ethernet, and can add an unlimited distance to
your application simply by utilizing the distances available to you by using
a networked device. Because the GPIB-ENET/100 uses standard Internet
protocols, you can exploit the Internet to communicate with your GPIB
instruments throughout the world.

LED Overview

Figure 1-1 shows the six light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on the
GPIB-ENET/100. The LEDs are visible from the top and front of the unit.

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1 Power/Ready LED
2 Ethernet LEDs

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2 3 4

3 GPIB Port LEDs
4PowerSwitch

Figure 1-1. GPIB-ENET/100 Front Panel

Chapter 1 Introduction

The LEDs show the current status of the GPIB-ENET/100. Table 1-1
describes each LED.

Table 1-1. LED Descriptions

LED Description

PWR/RDY

LINK
10/100

TX

RX

TALK

LISTEN

NI-488.2 Overview

The NI-488.2 software for Mac OS is a comprehensive set of programs
and drivers. It simplifies the job of programming the GPIB-ENET/100 to
function as an IEEE 488.2 (GPIB) Controller with complete
communication and bus management capabilities.

Flashes rapidly at start-up while performing self
tests and when acquiring network parameters.
A steady yellow state indicates the box is ready
for operation. Slow flashing pattern indicates an
error occurred.

Indicates the GPIB-ENET/100 detected a twisted
pair (10Base-T or 100Base-TX) link. The color
indicates the connection speed. If yellow, the speed
is 10 Mbits/s. If green, the speed is 100 Mbits/s.

Indicates the GPIB-ENET/100 is transmitting to
the Ethernet network.

Indicates the GPIB-ENET/100 is receiving
Ethernet network traffic.

Indicates the GPIB-ENET/100 is configured as a
GPIB Talker.

Indicates the GPIB-ENET/100 is configured as
a GPIB Listener.

NI-488.2 also includes a GPIB interactive control utility; the Macintosh
Programmer’s Workshop (MPW) C, THINK C, and Metrowerks
CodeWarrior C language interfaces; and a shared library for
C programmers developing applications for the PowerPC platform.

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Time-Saving Development Tools

Your kit includes the NI-488.2 software for Mac OS. In addition, you can
order LabVIEW from National Instruments. LabVIEW includes
instrument driver libraries that make it easier to communicate with your
GPIB instruments.

LabVIEW is a graphical programming environment you can use to acquire
data from thousands of different instruments, including IEEE 488.2
devices, VXI devices, serial devices, PLCs, and plug-in data acquisition
boards. After you acquire raw data, you can convert it into meaningful
results using the data analysis routines in LabVIEW. The LabVIEW
instrument drivers reduce software development time because you do
not have to program the low-level control of each instrument.

If you already have LabVIEW and want to use it with your
GPIB-ENET/100, refer to your product documentation for information
about GPIB I/O functions. For ordering information, contact National
Instruments.

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Installation

This chapter describes how to install NI-488.2 for Mac OS and the
GPIB-ENET/100.

Installing NI-488.2

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Caution

to the System Folder.Youmust disable or bypass any virus prevention software before
attempting the installation procedure.

Virus detection software might prevent the installer from copying important files

Complete the following steps to install NI-488.2 for Mac OS:

1. Insert the NI-488.2 for Mac OS CD and double-click the NI-488.2
Installer icon.

2. Follow the prompts as they guide you through the installation.

3. Restart your Macintosh to complete the installation.

The installation creates a NI-488.2 folder, which includes most of the
NI-488.2 components. The installer places the NI-488 Config file in the

Control Panels folder and the NI-488 INIT and NI-DMA/DSP files in the
Extensions folder.

After you install NI-488.2, you are ready to install the GPIB-ENET/100
hardware.

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Chapter 2 Installation

Installing the GPIB-ENET/100 Hardware

Complete the following steps to install your GPIB-ENET/100.

Step 1. Record the Serial Number, Ethernet Address,
and Default Hostname

When you configure the GPIB-ENET/100 for use on your network, you
will need to differentiate it from other network devices. Every product has
a unique serial number, Ethernet address, and default hostname.

1. Locate the serial number, Ethernet address, and default hostname on
the GPIB-ENET/100 baseplate label, as shown in Figure 2-1.

2. Write down this information and keep it available so you can refer to
it later as you configure the GPIB-ENET/100.

Note

The Ethernet address is not the IP address. All devices on an Ethernet network
are assigned a unique physical address—the Ethernet address—so they can communicate
with each other.

1 Serial Number 2 Ethernet Address 3 Default Hostname

Figure 2-1. GPIB-ENET/100 Baseplate Identification Label

You can change the hostname after you finish the installation and
configuration steps in this chapter. Refer to the Changing the Network

Settings sectioninChapter3,Ethernet Configuration,formore

information.

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Step 2. Connect the Cables

Note

If you do not have an Ethernet cable, as listed in the What You Need to Get Started

section of Chapter 1, Introduction, contact National Instruments for ordering information.

Figure 2-2 shows the locations of the power, Ethernet, and GPIB
connections on the rear panel of the GPIB-ENET/100.

Chapter 2 Installation

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1 Configuration Reset Switch
2 Power Connection

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3 Ethernet Connection
4 GPIB Connector

Figure 2-2.

4

GPIB-ENET/100 Rear Panel

To connect your cables, complete the following steps:

1. Connect one end of your Ethernet cable to your GPIB-ENET/100.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your Ethernet network.
Make sure you comply with all IEEE 802.3 cabling restrictions.

2. Because AC outlets vary throughout the world, your kit includes a
power cord that meets your local requirements in addition to a power
supply. Figure 2-3 shows how to hook up your power cord and
power supply.

a. Plug one end of the power cord you received in your kit into the

power supply.

b. Screw the power connector on the other end of the power supply

onto the power jack of the GPIB-ENET/100.

c. PlugtheotherendofthepowercordintoanACoutlet.

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