Assigning An Ip Address Via Dhcp - Siemens SIMATIC RF185C Operating Instructions Manual

Device flash test using SINEC PNI
Using the node flash test, you can identify the communications module quickly and simply by
having the LEDs of the device flash. This function is particularly helpful if multiple devices are
connected to the network/PC.
Proceed as follows to identify the relevant communications module using the flash test:
1. Select the desired module from the device list in the "Device list" menu.
2. Click on the "Flash LED" button on the toolbar.
Reaction: The LEDs on the selected communications module flash.
3. Click the "Stop" button to stop the flashing.
6.1.3

Assigning an IP address via DHCP

This section is intended for all user types but primarily for Rockwell users.
In Rockwell controllers, the IP address is assigned with the aid of a DHCP server. The
communication module functions as a DHCP client in this case. To assign the communication
module an IP address via DHCP, a DHCP server must be configured in the same subnet.
Rockwell Automation™ makes a BOOTP / DHCP server for Windows available to assign IP
address data to the MAC address of the reader.
Requirement
Studio 5000 Logix Designer and a current version of the BOOTP / DHCP server are installed,
the communication module is linked in and the communication module is connected and has
started up. The BOOTP / DHCP server is preconfigured and is available.
You will find further information on linking the communication module into Studio 5000
Logix Designer in the section "Configuring with Studio 5000 Logix Designer (Page 62)".
Procedure
Proceed as follows to assign a unique device name to the communications module:
1. Call up the BOOTP / DHCP server.
2. Click on the menu command "Tools > Network Settings".
The input screen "Network Settings" is opened.
3. Enter the subnet mask of the server in the input box "Subnet Mask".
4. Enter the gateway of the server in the input box "Gateway".
5. Confirm your entry with "OK".
6. Double click on an entry in the "Request History" area.
The input screen "New Entry" opens.
7. Enter a new unique IP address of the reader in the "IP Address" input box.
SIMATIC RF185C, RF186C, RF188C, RF186CI, RF188CI
Operating Instructions, 03/2022, C79000-G8976-C512-04
6.1 Assign the IP address / device name
Configuring
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