Network Setup; Altronix Dashboard Usb Connection; Network Settings; Static - Altronix LINQ2 Installation And Programming Manual

Altronix Dashboard USB Connection:

The USB connection on the LINQ2 is used for Network . When connected to a PC via the USB cable the LINQ2 will
receive power from the USB port allowing programming of the LINQ2 prior to being connected to the power supply .
1 . Install the software supplied with the LINQ2 on the PC being used for programming . This software should
be installed on all computers that will have access to the LINQ2 .
2 . Connect the supplied USB cable to the USB port on the LINQ2 and the computer .
3 . Double click on the Dashboard icon on the desktop of the computer and open the Dashboard .
4 . Click on the button marked USB Network Setup in the upper hand side of the dashboard .
This will open the USB Network Setup screen . In this screen the MAC Address of the LINQ2 module will
be found along with the Network Settings and Email Settings .

Network Settings:

In the IP Address Method field select the method by which the IP Address for the LINQ2 will be obtained:
"STATIC" or "DHCP", then follow the appropriate steps .

Static:

a. IP Address: Enter the IP address assigned to the LINQ2 by the network administrator .
b. Subnet Mask: Enter the Subnet of the network .
c. Gateway: Enter the TCP/IP gateway of the network access point (router) being used .
Note: Gateway configuration is required to properly receive emails from the device .
d. Inbound Port (HTTP): Enter the port number assigned to the LINQ2 module by the network administrator
to allow remote access and monitoring .
e. Click the button labeled Submit Network Settings .
A dialog box will display "New network settings will take effect after the server is rebooted" . Click OK .

DHCP:

A . After selecting DHCP in the IP Address Method field click the button labeled Submit Network Settings .
A dialog box will display "New network settings will take effect after the server is rebooted" . Click OK .
Next, click on the button labeled Reboot Server . After rebooting the LINQ2 will be set in the DHCP mode .
The IP address will be assigned by the router when the LINQ2 is connected to the network .
It is recommended to have the assigned IP Address reserved to ensure continued access
(see the network administrator) .
B . Subnet Mask: When operating in DHCP, the router will assign the subnet mask values .
C . Gateway: Enter the TCP/IP gateway of the network access point (router) being used .
D . HTTP Port: Enter the HTTP port number assigned to the LINQ2 module by the network
administrator to allow remote access and monitoring . The default inbound port setting is 80 . HTTP is not
encrypted and unsecure . Even though HTTP can be used for remote access, it is recommended primarily
for use with LAN connections .

Secure Network Setup (HTTPS):

In order to setup HTTPS for a Secure Network Connection, a Valid Certificate and Key must be used .
Certificates and Key should be in a " .PEM" format . Self Certifications should only be used for testing
purposes as no actual authentication is being performed . In a Self-Certified mode, the connection will still
state that it is unsecure . How to upload Certificate and Key to setup HTTPS:
1 . Open Tab Labeled "Security"
2 . Select Tab Labeled "Email/SSL"
3 . Scroll to bottom under "SSL Settings"
4 . Click "Select Certificate"
5 . Browse and select valid Certificate to upload from server
6 . Click "Select Key"
7 . Browse and select valid Key to upload from server
8 . Click "Submit Files"
Once the Certificate and Key is uploaded successfully you can proceed with setting up
HTTPS in Network Settings .
A . HTTPS Port: Enter the HTTPS port number assigned to the LINQ2 module by the network
administrator to allow remote access and monitoring . The default inbound port setting is 443 .
Being encrypted and more secure, HTTPS is highly recommended for remote access .
B . Click the button labeled Submit Network Settings .
A dialog box will display "New network settings will take effect after the server is rebooted" . Click OK .
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