Configuring Ethernet Communications - GE Multilin 850 Instruction Manual

CHAPTER 3: INTERFACES
Configuring Ethernet
Communications
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Before starting, verify that the Ethernet cable is properly connected to the RJ-45 Ethernet
port.
850 supports a maximum of 3 TCP/IP sessions.
1. Install and start the latest version of the EnerVista 8 Series Setup software (available
from the GE EnerVista CD or Website). See the previous section for the installation
procedure.
2. Click on the Device Setup button to open the Device Setup window and click the Add
Site button to define a new site.
3. Enter the desired site name in the "Site Name" field. If desired, a short description of
the site can also be entered. In this example, we will use "Substation 1" as the site
name.
4. The new site appears in the upper-left list.
5. Click the Add Device button to define the new device.
6. Enter the desired name in the "Device Name" field, and a description (optional).
7. Select "Ethernet" from the Interface drop-down list. This displays a number of
interface parameters that must be entered for proper Ethernet functionality.
8. Enter the IP address, slave address, and Modbus port values assigned to the 850 relay
(from the Setpoints > Device > Communications menu).
9. Click the Read Order Code button to connect to the 850 and upload the order code. If
a communications error occurs, ensure that the Ethernet communication values
correspond to the relay setting values.
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