Mc-Ip-Host Connections; Sd Card - Tech Works MC-IP Series Manual

MC-IP-HOST Connections

Because the MC-IP-HOST assigns IP addresses and loads the configuration to all other
system devices, the HOST should always be connected first. All other components can be
connected and disconnected with the system live but the HOST should always be connected
and powered on before the network switch is even powered on.
Power is 24 Volts DC and is connected using Tech Works standard 5mm barrel connector
The Network connection is a standard CAT6, 568B wiring jack and should be connected
directly to the Tech Works Network Switch.
When the unit is powered on a green indicator between the 2 power connectors will light up
indicating that the unit has power.
If the running correctly the "Processor Running" light will flash very fast.
There are 2 lights on the TCP/IP Connector that when properly connected to a working
ethernet switch or router will flash very fast to indicate that there is a good connection.
All other adjustments and configuration with the MC-IP-HOST are done through software.

SD Card

The MC-IP HOST includes an SD Card for storage of the system configuration. The SD card
can only be accessed by removing the lid.
If desired, an SD card can be loaded from another computer and then installed in the MC-IP-
HOST and the configuration will be read on boot strap (startup). Using the Tech Works MC-
IP Configurator Program, create the system configuration you want to use and save it. The
file will have the name you saved it under followed by ".mccfg". You must copy and rename
the file to "mc_host.mccfg" before you install it in the MC-IP-HOST or it will not read it. Simply
copy this file to a formatted SD card and swap the one in MC-IP-HOST in the field. In this
way, changes can be made by sending a technician out to the field without a computer.
The SD Card must be formatted to File System FAT32 for proper operation.
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