Troubleshooting: Assigning The Ip Address - Siemens RF182C Operating Instructions Manual

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5.5 Troubleshooting: Assigning the IP address

5.5 Troubleshooting: Assigning the IP address
If you are having problems when assigning an IP address to the SIMATIC RF182C
communication module, proceed according to the checklist below:
Procedure
1. Connect the RF182C directly or via the hub/switch on your PC/notebook/PLC. Do not
2. Remove all other network cables from your PC/notebook and make sure that the RF182C
3. Now switch on the RF182C. Pay attention to the following LEDs:
4. Start the "Primary Setup Tool V4-0" software and configure the network settings if you
5. Click "Search"
6. In the software, click the "+" sign next to the folder icon of the communication module.
7. Check "Assign IP parameter".
8. To transfer the data, select the higher-level folder of the communication module and
9. The IP address should be assigned to the communication module the next time the
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connect any other module/device to the network. Do not switch on the RF182C
communication module yet.
is the only network device connected to your PC/notebook.
– The error LEDs 1 and 2 on the device should flash every 3 seconds after run up.
– The "SF" LED should be lit.
– The "ON" LED should be lit.
– The "DC 24 V" LED should be lit.
– The "BF" LED should be flashing.
– One of the two green link LEDs should be lit (green). One or two "RxTx" LEDs should
flicker depending on the communication load in the network.
have not already done so.
to update the view.
The communication module should now be visible in the "Primary Setup Tool V4-0"
software.
– Enter a valid IP address.
select "Module > Load" in the menu. Confirm the subsequent window with "Yes".
"Primary Setup Tool V4-0" inquires.
RF182C communication module
Operating Instructions, 10/2010