Chapter 12 - Http Server; Introduction - Multitech MultiConnect MTS2SA-T User Manual

Chapter 12 – HTTP Server

Introduction

The HTTP Server on the MultiConnect IP supports hosting of embedded Web pages on behalf of the
host. The host-defined embedded pages support live host parameter monitoring and configuration update
through a remote browser.
In addition to serving HTML Web pages, the HTTP Server also features:
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Dual configuration modes
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Host Device Configuration
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MultiConnect IP Configuration
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Flexibility to design embedded home pages by the OEMs using normal ASCII text HTML code.
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Supports downloading of a home page using TFTP.
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Access Authentication.
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Support for configuring either Default or Serial Page display.
The MultiConnect IP acts as a proxy between the Host-Serial Device and the Web Browser.
Important Notes:
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This application is applicable only in the MultiConnect IP's non-transparent mode.
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This application can be used only after the PPP link is UP with an IP Address on the modem
port.
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Remote configuration of the Host Device using a Web browser
Monitoring of the Host Device remotely
Supports live parameter updates on the Web browser.
MultiConnect IP configuration
Typical Functions Supported by the HTTP Server
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