ProSoft Technology inRA-x ILX34-AENWG User manual

ILX34-AENWG
POINT I/O Platform
Wireless Point I/O Adapter
July 31, 2009
SETUP GUIDE

Important User Information
Important: Power must be provided from a limited power source.
Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those responsible for the application and
use of these products must satisfy themselves that all necessary steps have been taken to assure that each
application and use meets all performance and safety requirements, including any applicable laws, regulations, codes
and standards. In no event will ProSoft Technology be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damage
resulting from the use or application of these products.
Any illustrations, charts, sample programs, and layout examples shown in this publication are intended solely for
purposes of example. Since there are many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation,
ProSoft Technology does not assume responsibility or liability (to include intellectual property liability) for actual use
based upon the examples shown in this publication.
Allen-Bradley publication SGI-1.1, Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid-State
Control (available from your local Rockwell Automation office), describes some important differences between solid-
state equipment and electromechanical devices that should be taken into consideration when applying products such
as those described in this publication. .
Throughout this publication, notes may be used to make you aware of safety considerations. The following
annotations and their accompanying statements help you to identify a potential hazard, avoid a potential hazard, and
recognize the consequences of a potential hazard:
Warning: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause an explosion in a hazardous
environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
Caution: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death, property
damage, or economic loss.
Important: Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product.
Burn Hazard: Labels may be located on or inside the equipment (for example, drive or motor) to alert people that
surfaces may be dangerous temperatures.
Shock Hazard: Labels may be located on or inside the equipment (for example, drive or motor) to alert people that
dangerous voltage may be present.
Environment and Enclosure
Caution: This equipment is intended for use in a Pollution Degree 2 industrial environment, in overvoltage Category
II applications (as defined in IEC publication 60664-1), at altitudes up to 2000 meters without derating.
This equipment is considered Group 1, Class A industrial equipment according to IEC/CISPR Publication 11. Without
appropriate precautions, there may be potential difficulties ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other
environments due to conducted as well as radiated disturbance.
This equipment is supplied as "open type" equipment. It must be mounted within an enclosure that is suitably
designed for those specific environmental conditions that will be present and appropriately designed to prevent
personal injury resulting from accessibility to live parts. The interior of the enclosure must be accessible only by the
use of a tool. Subsequent sections of this publication may contain additional information regarding specific enclosure
type ratings that are required to comply with certain product safety certifications.
See NEMA Standards publication 250 and IEC publication 60529, as applicable, for explanations of the degrees of
protection provided by different types of enclosure. Also, see the appropriate sections in this publication, as well as
the Allen-Bradley publication 1770-4.1 ("Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines"), for additional
installation requirements pertaining to this equipment.
Caution: Preventing Electrostatic Discharge
This equipment is sensitive to electrostatic discharge, which can cause internal damage and affect normal
operation. Follow these guidelines when you handle this equipment:
Touch a grounded object to discharge potential static.
Wear an approved grounding wriststrap.
Do not touch connectors or pins on component boards.

Do not touch circuit components inside the equipment.
If available, use a static-safe workstation.
When not in use, store the equipment in appropriate static-safe packaging.
Caution: POINT I/O is grounded through the DIN-rail to chassis ground. Use zinc-plated, yellow-chromated steel
DIN-rail to assure proper grounding. Using other DIN-rail materials (for example, aluminum, plastic, and so on) which
can corrode, oxidize or are poor conductors, can result in improper or intermittent platform grounding.
Caution: When you connect or disconnect the Removable Terminal Block (RTB) with field side power applied, an
electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations.
Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding.
Important Installation Instructions: Radio Modules
The following Information and warnings pertaining to the radio module must be heeded:
A "THIS DEVICE CONTAINS A TRANSMITTER MODULE, FCC ID: R68MTCHDRCT. PLEASE SEE FCC ID
LABEL ON BACK OF DEVICE."
B "THIS DEVICE USES AN INTERNAL COMPACT FLASH RADIO MODULE AS THE PRIMARY RADIO
COMPONENT. THE COMPACT FLASH RADIO MODULE DOES NOT HAVE AN FCC ID LABEL. THE
COMPACT FLASH RADIO MODULE HAS NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS."
C "THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2)
THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY
CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION."
D "THIS DEVICE AND ANY RADIO ACCESSORY SOLD BY PROSOFT MUST BE INSTALLED BY AN
AUTHORIZED PROFESSIONAL INDUSTRIAL RADIO SYSTEM INTEGRATOR. FURTHER, ONLY RADIO
ACCESSORIES SOLD BY PROSOFT AND SPECIFICALLY TESTED FOR USE WITH THIS DEVICE MAY BE
USED WITH THIS DEVICE."
E "THE USER OF THIS EQUIPMENT CANNOT BE WITHIN 20 cm. FROM THE RADIATING ELEMENT DEVICE."
F "CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR
COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’s AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT."
Industry Canada Requirements:
A "THIS DEVICE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO OPERATE WITH AN ANTENNA HAVING A MAXIMUM GAIN OF 24
dB. AN ANTENNA HAVING A HIGHER GAIN IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED PER REGULATIONS OF INDUSTRY
CANADA. THE REQUIRED ANTENNA IMPEDANCE IS 50 OHMS."
B "TO REDUCE POTENTIAL RADIO INTERFERENCE TO OTHER USERS, THE ANTENNA TYPE AND ITS
GAIN SHOULD BE CHOSEN SUCH THAT THE EQUIVALENT ISOTROPICALLY RADIATED POWER (EIRP)
IS NOT MORE THAN THAT REQUIRED FOR SUCCESSFUL COMMUNICATION."
C "THE INSTALLER OF THIS RADIO EQUIPMENT MUST INSURE THAT THE ANTENNA IS LOCATED OR
POINTED SUCH THAT IT DOES NOT EMIT RF FIELD IN EXCESS OF HEALTH CANADA LIMITS FOR THE
GENERAL POPULATION; CONSULT SAFETY CODE 6, OBTAINABLE FROM HEALTH CANADA."
WARNING:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.
Agency Approval & Certification
243333 213912
Wireless Approvals
Visit our website at www.prosoft-technology.com for current wireless approval information.

European Hazardous Location Approval
European Zone 2 Certification (The following applies when the product bears the EEx Marking)
This equipment is intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres as defined by European Union Directive
94/9/EC.
The ATEX test report certifies that this equipment has been found to comply with the Essential Health and Safety
Requirements relating to the design and construction of Category 3 equipment intended for use in potentially
explosive atmospheres, given in Annex II to this Directive. The examination and test results are recorded in a
confidential report.
Compliance with the Essential Health and Safety Requirements has been assured by compliance with EN 60079-0
and EN60079-15.
Important: Observe the following additional Div 2 certification requirements.
This equipment is not resistant to sunlight or other sources of UV radiation.
The secondary of a current transformer shall not be open-circuited when applied in Class I, Div 2 environments.
Equipment of lesser Enclosure Type Rating must be installed in an enclosure providing at least IP54 protection
when applied in Class I, Div 2 environments.
This equipment shall be used within its specified ratings defined by Allen-Bradley.
Provision shall be made to prevent the rated voltage from being exceeded by transient disturbances of more than
40% when applied in Class I, Div 2 environments.
North American Hazardous Location Approval
The following information applies when operating this equipment in hazardous locations:
Products marked "CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D" are suitable for use in Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D, Hazardous
Locations and nonhazardous locations only. Each product is supplied with markings on the rating nameplate
indicating the hazardous location temperature code. When combining products within a system, the most adverse
temperature code (lowest "T" number) may be used to help determine the overall temperature code of the system.
Combinations of equipment in your system are subject to investigation by the local Authority Having Jurisdiction at
the time of installation.
Warning: EXPLOSION HAZARD -
Do not disconnect equipment unless power has been removed or the area is known to be nonhazardous.
Do not disconnect connections to this equipment unless power has been removed or the area is known to be
nonhazardous. Secure any external connections that mate to this equipment by using screws, sliding latches,
threaded connectors, or other means provided with this product.
Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.
If this product contains batteries, they must only be changed in an area known to be nonhazardous.
Informations sur l'utilisation de cet équipement en environnements dangereux:
Les produits marqués "CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D" ne conviennent qu'à une utilisation en environnements de Classe I
Division 2 Groupes A, B, C, D dangereux et non dangereux. Chaque produit est livré avec des marquages sur sa
plaque d'identification qui indiquent le code de température pour les environnements dangereux. Lorsque plusieurs
produits sont combinés dans un système, le code de température le plus défavorable (code de température le plus
faible) peut être utilisé pour déterminer le code de température global du système. Les combinaisons d'équipements
dans le système sont sujettes à inspection par les autorités locales qualifiées au moment de l'installation.
Avertissement: RISQUE D'EXPLOSION –
Couper le courant ou s'assurer que l'environnement est classé non dangereux avant de débrancher l'équipement.
Couper le courant ou s'assurer que l'environnement est classé non dangereux avant de débrancher les connecteurs.
Fixer tous les connecteurs externes reliés à cet équipement à l'aide de vis, loquets coulissants, connecteurs filetés ou
autres moyens fournis avec ce produit.

La substitution de composants peut rendre cet équipement inadapté à une utilisation en environnement de Classe 1,
Division 2.
S'assurer que l'environnement est classé non dangereux avant de changer les piles.
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Contents
Important User Information.................................................................................................................2
Important Installation Instructions: Radio Modules.............................................................................3
Agency Approval & Certification .........................................................................................................3
European Hazardous Location Approval............................................................................................4
North American Hazardous Location Approval...................................................................................4
Your Feedback Please........................................................................................................................5
ProSoft Technology®Product Documentation....................................................................................5
1Scope 9
1.1 Learning Objectives...................................................................................................9
1.2 ProSoft Technology Documentation .........................................................................9
1.3 Prerequisites ...........................................................................................................10
2About the Example Applications 13
2.1 System Components...............................................................................................14
2.2 Set Up the Hardware...............................................................................................14
3Procedures 15
3.1 Install the Configuration Tools.................................................................................15
3.2 Physical Setup.........................................................................................................16
3.3 Verify Communication.............................................................................................55
4Conclusion 57
4.1 How to Get Help......................................................................................................57
4.2 Frequently Asked Questions...................................................................................58
5Glossary of Terms 61
Index 77

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1 Scope
In This Chapter
Learning Objectives.................................................................................9
ProSoft Technology Documentation........................................................9
Prerequisites .........................................................................................10
This document acts as a tutorial in providing step-by-step instructions on how to
send and receive data wirelessly from a controller to a POINT I/O network using
the ILX34-AENWG adapter.
1.1 Learning Objectives
When you have completed all the steps in this Setup Guide, you will have
learned how to
Understand how the sample application works (page 13)
Install the ILX34-AENWG adapter (page 16)
Install the Add-On Profile for the adapter (page 37, page 15)
Configure the Wireless Point I/O Adapter (page 27)
Verify the ILX34-AENWG communication status (page 41)
1.2 ProSoft Technology Documentation
ProSoft Technology provides the following documentation (manuals) with your
ILX34-AENWG.
Electronic documentation (on the ILX34-AENWG CD-ROM)
Setup Guide: (this manual) Describes the sample application, and takes
you through the steps necessary to install, configure, and verify the correct
operation of the adapter
User Manual: Detailed reference guide to the adapter, configuration,
functional overview, diagnostics and troubleshooting procedures, and product
specifications
Datasheet: Brief description of the adapter's hardware and protocol
implementation, general and functional specifications

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Additional documentation, tools, and product support
Email Technical Support: Send your support questions to Support@prosoft-
technology.com
Web Site Support: Visit the ProSoft Technology web site at
www.prosoft-technology.com to download additional documentation, tools
and application information
Telephone Support: Please call ProSoft Technology Technical Support at:
(Country Code 1+) 661-716-5100. Support is available 24 hours a day, 7
days a week. ProSoft Technology telephone support is free and unlimited
1.3 Prerequisites
To get the most benefit from this setup guide, you should have the following
skills:
Rockwell Automation®RSLogix 5000™ software: launch the program,
load the Add-On Profile, and configure the project.
Microsoft Windows: install and launch programs, execute menu commands,
navigate dialog boxes and enter data.
Ethernet networking: connect the ILX34-AENWG adapter to an Ethernet
network using a valid IP address and subnet mask
Wireless networking: correctly configure the adapter to communicate on an
802.11b/g wireless network
Hardware installation and wiring: install the adapter and safely connect
POINT I/O devices to the ILX34-AENWG adapter's chassis
1.3.1 System Requirements
The ILX34-AENWG adapter requires the following minimum hardware and
software components:
Rockwell Automation®processor, with compatible power supply
oControlLogix™ 1756-L6x (firmware version 17.03 or higher), or 1756-6xS
(firmware version 17.07 or higher)
or
oCompactLogix™ 1769-L32E or 1769-L35E, (firmware version 17.04 or
higher)
Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000 programming software version 16 or
higher. Version 17 is required if you wish to use the ILX34-AENWG Add-On
Profile.
Rockwell Automation RSLinx communication software version 2.54 or higher
An 802.11g Radio. ProSoft recommends the RLXIB-IHW 802.11 a/b/g
Industrial Hotspot (page 18).
If you plan to use the ILX34-AENWG with a 1756-ENBT module or 1768-
ENBT module, note the following firmware version requirements:
o1756-ENBT firmware revision 4.007 or later
o1768-ENBT firmware revision 2.003 or later
oUse BootP revision 2.3.2 or later to assign IP addresses to the adapter.

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Pentium®II 450 MHz minimum. Pentium III 733 MHz (or better)
recommended
Supported operating systems:
oMicrosoft Windows Vista
oMicrosoft Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 1 or 2
oMicrosoft Windows 2000 Professional with Service Pack 1, 2, or 3
oMicrosoft Windows Server 2003
128 Mbytes of RAM minimum, 256 Mbytes of RAM recommended
Microsoft Windows Explorer version 7
256-color VGA graphics adapter, 800 x 600 minimum resolution (True Color
1024 ×768 recommended)
CD-ROM drive
Note: The Hardware and Operating System requirements in this list are the minimum
recommended to install and run software provided by ProSoft Technology. Other third party
applications may have different minimum requirements. Refer to the documentation for any third
party applications for system requirements.

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2 About the Example Applications
In This Chapter
System Components.............................................................................14
Set Up the Hardware.............................................................................14
This following topics describe two example applications that demonstrate the
procedures for configuring and communicating with POINT I/O modules using the
ILX34-AENWG adapter. Use these example applications as building blocks to
help you get your own system up and running. We recommend that you set up
and run the example applications and use them as guides.
The following illustration shows the type of system you will be setting up.
Note: During the installation, you must connect to the ILX34-AENWG directly via Ethernet to set its
wireless settings so it can communicate with its Access Point. To prevent a loop from occurring,
avoid connecting Ethernet cables to the Access Point and the ILX34-AENWG at the same time
after the wireless link is established.

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2.1 System Components
We used the following components for the example applications. You need the
same or similar components to set up your own control system using POINT I/O
modules on an EtherNet/IP network.
Quantity Product Name Catalog Number
Hardware
1 Wireless Point I/O Adapter ILX34-AENWG
1 POINT I/O 24V dc sink output module 1734-OV4E/C
1 POINT I/O relay output module 1734-OW2/C
1 DIN rail 199-DR1 or equivalent
1 ControlLogix chassis 1756-A4, (or 1756-A7, 1756-A13,1756-A17)
1 ControlLogix power supply 1756-PA72, (or 1756-PB72)
1 ControlLogix controller 1756-L5* with firmware version 17
1 ControlLogix EtherNet/IP bridge
module 1756-ENBT with firmware version 4.007 or higher
1 RadioLinx Industrial Hotspot RLXIB-IHW
1 Personal computer that supports
RSLogix 5000 software Any appropriate model running Windows NT 4.0, Service Pack 6A or higher
1 Ethernet switch Refer to manufacturer's specifications
1 24V dc power supply
Associated media and connectors as needed
Software
1 RSLinx communications software,
version 2.54.00 or later 9355-WAB, 9355-WABOEM, 9355-WABC
1 RSLogix 5000 programming software,
version 17 or later 9324-RLD300ENE
2.2 Set Up the Hardware
In these examples, a ControlLogix chassis contains the Logix controller in slot 0,
and a 1756-ENBT bridge module in slot 3. We mounted the ILX34-AENWG
adapter on a DIN rail in slot 0, with a 1734-OW2/C relay output module in slot 1,
a 1734-OV4E/C sink output module in slot 2, and a 24 volt DC power supply.
To work along with this example, set up your system as follows.
Note that the example application, the Logix controller and 1756-ENBT
module (firmware revision 4.007 or later) uses the slots shown in the
illustration (page 13).
Verify the IP addresses for your programming terminal, 1756-ENBT module,
and ILX34-AENWG adapter.
Verify the position (slot) of the I/O modules on the DIN rail.
Verify that you have properly connected all wiring and cabling.
You must configure your communication driver (such as AB_ETH-1 or AB-
ETHIP-1) in RSLinx software, as described in the User Manual.

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3 Procedures
In This Chapter
Install the Configuration Tools...............................................................15
Physical Setup.......................................................................................16
Verify Communication ...........................................................................55
3.1 Install the Configuration Tools
3.1.1 Install the ILX34-AENWG Add-On Profile
1 Verify that your computer meets the hardware and operating system
requirements. (page 10)
Important: You must have "Administrator" rights on your computer to install this application.
2 Insert the ProSoft Solutions CD-ROM in an available CD-ROM drive in your
computer.
3 On most computers, the installation program will start automatically within a
few seconds. If the installation does not start automatically on your computer,
click the START button, choose RUN,and then type explorer. Click OK to start
Windows Explorer. In Windows Explorer, open the MY COMPUTER icon and
navigate to the CD-ROM drive.
4 Navigate to the folder containing the ILX34-AENWG Add-On Profile, and then
double-click the file SETUP.EXE. This action starts the installation wizard.
5 Follow the instructions on the installation wizard to install the program.
6 Click FINISH to complete the installation. If you are prompted to restart your
computer, save your work in any applications that are running, close the
applications, and allow the computer to restart.

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3.2 Physical Setup
3.2.1 Adapter Components
The Wireless Point I/O Adapter is a communications adapter for POINT I/O
modules. The adapter provides an interface for controlling and communicating
with POINT I/O modules from an Ethernet network.

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3.2.2 Install the Wireless Point I/O Adapter on the DIN-rail
Warning: You must follow all safety instructions when installing this or any other electronic
devices. Failure to follow safety procedures could result in damage to hardware or data, or even
serious injury or death to personnel. Refer to the documentation for each device you plan to
connect to verify that suitable safety procedures are in place before installing or servicing the
device.
1 Position the adapter vertically above the DIN-rail.
2 Press down firmly to install the adapter on the DIN-rail, and then turn the
orange screw to lock the adaptor onto the DIN-rail.
Warning: If you connect or disconnect the Ethernet cable with power applied to this module or any
device on the network, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous
location installations.
Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding.
3 Slide the safety end cap up to remove. This exposes the backplane and
power interconnections.
Caution: Do not discard the end cap. Use this end cap to cover the exposed interconnections on
the last mounting base on the DIN-rail. Failure to do so could result in equipment damage or injury
from electric shock.
Important: You must use series C POINT I/O modules with the ILX34-AENWG adapter. Series A
or B POINT I/O modules will not work with this adapter.

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3.2.3 Configure the Wireless Access Point
Although the ILX34-AENWG can communicate with any 802.11b/g Access Point
radio, ProSoft Technology recommends the RadioLinx series Industrial
Broadband radios wherever performance and compatibility are required.
The following configuration steps are for the RLXIB-IHW. Use the examples in
these steps to configure your own Access Point to work with the ILX34-AENWG.
Configure the Master Radio (Required)
The following illustration shows an example configuration for a RadioLinx
Industrial Hotspot (Access Point) configured as a Master radio.
Note: The radio in this illustration is capable of transmitting at 5 GHz (802.11a) as well as 2.4 GHz
(802.11b/g). The radio in the ILX34-AENWG adapter supports only 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g).
In particular, note the following settings.
Network SSID: All radios on the network must use the same Network SSID
In this example, the Network SSID is "Point_IO".
Channel: All radios must use the same channel. In this example, the channel
is 8 (2447MHz).
Encryption: All radios must use the same encryption settings. In this
example, the encryption type is WPA/WPA2-AES.
Passphrase: All radios must use the same passphrase. For security reasons,
the passphrase field is replaced with asterisks. Make a note of the
passphrase before configuring additional radios.
Important: Take care to enter the passphrase on the ILX34-AENWG exactly as you entered it in
the Master radio.

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IP Address: The IP address for all radios must be within the same subnet,
and each radio requires its own unique IP address. You can assign static IP
addresses, as in this example, or you can use DHCP (Dynamic Host Control
Protocol) to manage and assign IP addresses automatically.
Note: Refer to the documentation for your radio (for example, the RLXIB-IHW User Manual) for
specific steps to configure the settings in this example.
Configure One or More Repeaters (Optional)
The following illustration shows an example configuration for a RadioLinx
Industrial Hotspot (Access Point) configured as a Repeater radio. The need for
repeater radios is determined by the distance between the Master radio and the
ILX34-AENWG, as well as any topographical factors such as hills or other
obstructions, which could prevent a clear line-of-sight signal path.
Note: The radio in this illustration is capable of transmitting at 5 GHz (802.11a) as well as 2.4 GHz
(802.11b/g). The radio in the ILX34-AENWG adapter supports only 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g).
In particular, note the following settings.
Network SSID, Channel, Encryption and Passphrase for the Repeater
radio must match those configured for the Master radio and the ILX34-
AENWG.
IP Address: The IP address for all radios must be within the same subnet,
and each radio requires its own unique IP address. You can assign static IP
addresses, as in this example, or you can use DHCP (Dynamic Host Control
Protocol) to manage and assign IP addresses automatically.
Note: Refer to the documentation for your radio (for example, the RLXIB-IHW User Manual) for
specific steps to configure the settings in this example.

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3.2.4 Configure the IP Address with the Thumbwheel Switches
Before you can connect to the ILX34-AENWG for the first time, you must
configure its IP address.
The simplest way to set the IP address for your initial connection is to use the
thumbwheel switches on the front of the adapter.
The three thumbwheel switches represent the final octet for the private IP
address 192.168.1.xxx (where xxx represents the number set on the switches).
The factory default switch setting is 999. Use the buttons above and below each
number to select a temporary IP address to use. Choose a number between 001
and 254, taking care not to duplicate the IP address of any other device on the
network.
If you set the switches to an invalid number (that is, 000 or a value greater than
254), the adapter checks to see if you enabled DHCP, according to the following
table.
If DHCP is Then the adapter
Enabled Asks for an address from a DHCP server. The DHCP server also assigns
other Transport Control Protocol (TCP) parameters.
Not enabled Uses the IP address (along with other TCP configurable parameters)
stored in nonvolatile memory
The updated IP address will take effect when the adapter is powered up.
Important: If you set the thumbwheels on the ILX34-AENWG adapter to the value 888 and then
power cycle the adapter, the following occurs:
The DHCP Enabled function is enabled (set to True).
The Ethernet link is negotiated automatically. The Auto Negotiate function is set to True.
The Web server is enabled.
The password for this page resets to the factory default of "password".
Make a note of the value of the switches before you change them, so you can restore those values
after resetting the adapter.