Select The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (Dhcp); Set A Static Internet Address; Configure The General Network Socket Port - Fluke Calibration 5560A Programmer's Manual

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Remote Programmers Manual

Select the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a client-server protocol that eliminates the manual set
up of permanent/static IP addresses. The DHCP server provides configuration parameters (dynamic IP
address, subnet mask, and default gateway IP addresses) that are necessary for a client to participate
in an IP network.
DHCP is the easiest way to configure the Calibrator for remote communication through the LAN
interface. DHCP is enabled by default when the Calibrator is shipped from the factory. When
connected to a network, and the LAN port is enabled, the Calibrator attempts to retrieve the
parameters from a DHCP server necessary for communications.
To disable or enable DHCP on the Calibrator, from the LAN menu, tap DHCP. If DHCP is already
enabled, ON shows on the selection label.
To use DHCP addressing:
1. Connect a LAN cable from a hub to the LAN port on the back of the Calibrator.
2. Select the ON radio button for DHCP in the Ethernet menu.

Set a Static Internet Address

The Calibrator comes from the factory with 169.254.001.001 in the static IP address register.
If the Calibrator is to be used on a corporate LAN and DHCP is not used, contact the network
administrator for a static IP address to be used exclusively by the Calibrator. DHCP must be
disabled to set a static IP address.
To change the Calibrator static IP address:
1. Select the Static IP Address box.
2. Use the numeric keypad to enter a new value.
3. Push E.
The IP address is stored in non-volatile memory, and does not change when power is removed
and reapplied to the Calibrator or when the Calibrator receives an *RST command.

Configure the General Network Socket Port

In order to communicate with each other, a client computer and the Calibrator must use the same
socket port number. The default port is 3490. Typically, the default port does not need to be changed.
If the socket port must be changed, enter the Socket Port number supplied by the network
administrator.
To change the Socket Port number:
1. Tap the Setup softkey.
2. Tap System Settings > Ethernet.
3. In the right column you will see Port with a box where you can enter a new value.
The Network Socket Port Number is stored in non-volatile memory.
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