Network Settings - Altronix LINQ8ACM Installation And Programming Manual

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Network Programming Via Altronix Dashboard USB Connection:

The USB connection on the LINQ8ACM(CB) is used to setup the network parameters. When connected to a PC

via the USB cable the LINQ8ACM(CB) will receive power from the USB port allowing network programming

of the LINQ8ACM(CB) prior to being connected to the power supply.

1. Install the software supplied with the LINQ8ACM(CB) on the PC being used for programming.

NOTE: This software should be installed on all computers that will have access to the LINQ8ACM(CB).

2. Connect the supplied USB cable to the USB port on the LINQ8ACM(CB) and the computer.

3. Double click on the Dashboard icon on the desktop of the computer and open the Dashboard.

Enter the User Name: admin and Password: admin to access the dashboard.

4. Click on the button marked USB Network Setup in the upper hand side of the dashboard. This will open

the USB Network Setup screen. In this screen the MAC Address of the LINQ8ACM(CB) module will be

found along with the Network Settings.

In the IP Address Method field select the method by which the IP Address for the LINQ8ACM(CB) will be

obtained: "STATIC" or "DHCP", then follow the appropriate steps (contact the network administrator to

determine which method will be used).

Static:

a. IP Address: Enter the IP address assigned to the LINQ8ACM(CB) by the network administrator.

b. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet of the network.

c. Gateway: Enter the TCP/IP gateway of the network access point (router) being used.

NOTE: Gateway configuration is required to properly receive emails from the device.

d. Inbound Port (HTTP): Enter the port number assigned to the LINQ8ACM(CB) module by the network

administrator to allow remote access and monitoring.

e. Click the button labeled Submit Network Settings. A dialog box will display "New network settings will

take effect after the server is rebooted". Click OK.

DHCP:

a. After selecting DHCP in the IP Address Method field click the button labeled Submit Network Settings.

A dialog box will display "New network settings will take effect after the server is rebooted". Click OK.

Next, click on the button labeled Reboot Server. After rebooting the LINQ8ACM(CB) will be set in the

DHCP mode. The IP address will be assigned by the router when the LINQ8ACM(CB) is connected to

the network. It is recommended to have the assigned IP Address reserved to ensure continued access

(see the network administrator).

b. Subnet Mask: When operating in DHCP, the router will assign the subnet mask values.

c. Gateway: Enter the TCP/IP gateway of the network access point (router) being used.

d. HTTP Port: Enter the HTTP port number assigned to the LINQ8ACM(CB) module by the network

administrator to allow remote access and monitoring. The default inbound port setting is 80. HTTP is not

encrypted and unsecure. Even though HTTP can be used for remote access, it is recommended primarily

for use with LAN connections.

In order to setup HTTPS for a Secure Network Connection, a Valid Certificate and Key must be used. Certificates

and Key should be in a ".PEM" format. Self-Certifications should only be used for testing purposes as no actual

authentication is being performed. In a Self-Certified mode, the connection will still state that it is unsecure.

How to Upload Certificate and Key to Setup HTTPS:

1. Open Tab Labeled Security.

2. Select Tab Labeled Email/SSL.

3. Scroll to bottom under SSL Settings.

4. Click Select Certificate.

5. Browse and select valid Certificate to upload from server.

6. Click Select Key.

7. Browse and select valid Key to upload from server.

8. Click Submit Files.

Once the Certificate and Key is uploaded successfully you can proceed with setting up HTTPS in Network Settings.

HTTPS Port: Enter the HTTPS port number assigned to the LINQ8ACM(CB) module by the network

administrator to allow remote access and monitoring. The default inbound port setting is 443.

Being encrypted and more secure, HTTPS is highly recommended for remote access.

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