Quantum Data 881 User Manual page 116

104 Chapter 3 Administrative Tasks
Setting the PC's network settings
To establish a local ethernet connection between PC and generator, follow these steps to
configure a static IP address on your PC and connect using a crossover cable.
To connect directly to the generator:
1. Determine the IP address of the generator by pressing the Tools key, choosing the
System item, and then choosing the Network item. The IP address of the generator
appears on the generator's display. Refer to the procedures above
IP address" on page 131 for more details on accessing this display.
2. Configure the IP address of your PC. To enter the IP address, open Windows Control
Panel, and then open the Network Connections window.
3. In the Network Connections window, right click the connection that represents your
Ethernet card and select Properties. Select the Internet Protocol TCP/IP connection,
and then click Properties.
Note: If you have more than one Ethernet card make sure you configure the select the
correct one.
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