Keithley 708B Reference Manual page 56

Models 707B and 708B Switching Matrix Reference Manual
Identify and record the existing IP configuration
You are responsible for returning settings to their original configuration before reconnecting the
computer to a corporate network. Failure to do this could result in damage to your equipment or loss
of data. These settings include, but are not limited to, the IP address, DHCP enabled mode, and the
subnet mask.
Record the existing IP configuration information (for the PC) in the table below so that you can return
all settings back to their original configuration before reconnecting your computer to a corporate
network.
DHCP Enabled
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Default Gateway
DNS Servers
Set up automatic IP address selection
To set up automatic IP address selection:
1. On the host computer, open the Internet Protocol Properties dialog box. See
configuration settings
2. Select Obtain an IP address automatically.
3. Click OK. Close the network settings dialog boxes.
Configure the instrument to obtain an IP address automatically
1. From the front panel of the instrument, press the MENU key.
2. Use the navigation wheel to select LAN > CONFIG > METHOD. Press the navigation wheel to
display the METHOD menu.
3. Select AUTO. Press the navigation wheel to select AUTO and return to the LAN CONFIG menu.
4. Press the EXIT key once to return to the LAN MENU.
5. Select APPLY. Press the navigation wheel to apply the setting. The Main Menu is displayed.
Connect the LAN cable
Connect the LAN connector between the rear panel of the instrument and the host computer or
network router. You can use an LAN crossover cable (RJ-45, male/male) or straight-through cable.
The instrument automatically senses which cable you have connected.
The location of the LAN connector on the instrument is shown below.
707B-901-01 Rev. A / August 2010
CAUTION
(on page 2-48) for instructions on opening this dialog box.
Section 2: General operation
Windows network
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