Section 2: Installation And Connections; Installation Guidelines; Security Notes; Connection Speed - Xytronix Research & Design ControlByWeb X317 User Manual

Installation and Connections

Section 2: Installation and Connections

Installation consists of mounting the X-317, connecting it to an Ethernet network, providing power, wiring
the analog outputs, and configuring via a web browser.

2.1 Installation Guidelines

• This unit must be installed by qualified personnel. In the case of line-voltage connections, a
licensed electrician should be employed.
• This unit must not be installed in unprotected outdoor locations.
• This unit must not be used for medical, life saving purposes, or for any purpose where its failure
could cause serious injury or the loss of life.
• This unit must not be used in any way where its function or failure could cause significant loss or
property damage
•
Do not use to directly control motors or other actuators not equipped with limit switches or other
safeguards to protect from equipment or wiring failures.

2.2 Security Notes

The X-317 does not employ a general purpose computer operating system and does not have features
such as telnet, FTP, SSH, nor uncontrolled open ports. This means it is unlikely for someone to 'break in'
to the X-317 and access other devices on your local network. The simplicity of the X-317 makes it an
inherently secure device. Nevertheless, as with any device installed on a network, appropriate security
precautions should be observed.
If the X-317 is installed on the Internet, it is recommended that passwords be enabled for the Control
Page. Passwords should be at least 8 characters in length and use a combination of upper and lower
case letters and numbers. For additional security, a firewall may be used to limit access to selected IP
addresses. Another option may be to set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) between the network where
the X-317 resides and the client machine (web browser, another, ControlByWeb™ product, etc.).

2.3 Connection Speed

This ControlByWeb™ product supports connection to 10 Mbps and 100 Mbps networks. Although
100Mbps networks are faster, the amount of data transferred to and from this device is very minimal and
little, if any, performance increase will be gained by setting it to 100 Mbps. There are advantages,
however, to operate this device at 10 Mbps. At 10 Mbps, less power is required, the unit runs cooler,
and the lifetime of the product will be extended.
Any changes to the Ethernet settings will require removing and re-applying power to the X-317.
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