Methods Of Assigning The Ip Address - Lantronix CoBox-E2-01 User Manual

2.3 Methods of Assigning the IP Address

The unit's IP address must be configured before a network connection is available. You have
the following options for assigning an IP to your unit:
Method Description
DHCP A DHCP server automatically assigns the IP address and network
settings. See
DeviceInstaller You manually assign the IP address using a graphical user interface
(Recommended) (GUI) on a PC attached to a network. See DeviceInstaller on page 2-5.
ARP and Telnet You manually assign the IP address and other network settings at a
command prompt using a UNIX or Windows-based system. Only one
person at a time can be logged into the configuration port (port 9999).
This eliminates the possibility of several people simultaneously
attempting to configure the unit. See
AutoIP This automatic method is appropriate when you have a small group of
hosts rather than a large network. This method allows the hosts to
negotiate with each other and assign addresses, in effect creating a
small network. See
Serial Port Login You initially configure the unit through a serial connection. See Serial
Port Login on page 2-12.
These methods are described in the remaining sections of this chapter.
Note: In most installations, a fixed IP address is desirable. The systems administrator
generally provides the IP address. Obtain the following information before starting to set up
your unit:
IP Address: ___ ___ ___ ___
Subnet Mask: ___ ___ ___ ___
Gateway: ___ ___ ___ ___
CoBox-FL User Guide
DHCP on page 2-4.
AutoIP
on page 2-4.
Getting Started
ARP and Telnet on page 2-11.
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