Initial Configuration; Web-Based Management - GE MDS SD4A Technical Manual

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5. Configure Basic Settings. Connect a PC to the radio's Ethernet
connector. Access the radio's Device Manager through the PC's
browser. On a factory default radio, the Device Manager automati-
cally starts the Basic Setup Wizard. The wizard steps you through
the essential radio settings in streamlined fashion. It contains set-
tings for:
• TX/RX Operating Frequencies
• Power
• Mode
• Modem Type
• Serial Port Configuration
• Ethernet Bridging
• Encryption
• AP or Remote Service
Detailed steps for starting configuration of the radio are presented in
Section 5.1 below.

5.1 Initial Configuration

This section describes setup of the radio for its first on-air operation. A
full description of operating settings is given in Section 6.0.

Web-Based Management

The SD Device Manager is the recommended method for user manage-
ment. It is a built-in software tool that works with your PC's browser to
provide an intuitive, web-style presentation of all radio information, set-
tings, and diagnostics.
The Device Manager also contains a "wizard" function to assist in set-
ting up a radio with a minimum of user actions. Web management uses
ETHERNET
the radio's
a web browser are given below.
NOTE: Web access must be enabled via the Device Security Screen
before using this feature. This is the default setting on a factory
shipped new radio. If changes are needed, see your Network
Administrator, or check/activate by logging into the Device
Security Screen.
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