Lantronix EDS-MD EDS-MD4 User Manual

Lantronix EDS-MD EDS-MD4 User Manual

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EDS-MD16
Revision D November 2011
Part Number 900-591

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  • Page 1 EDS-MD User Guide EDS-MD4  EDS-MD8  EDS-MD16  Part Number 900-591 Revision D November 2011...
  • Page 2: Copyright & Trademark

    Copyright & Trademark © 2011 Lantronix. All rights reserved. No part of the contents of this book may be transmitted or reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of Lantronix. Printed in the United States of America.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Copyright & Trademark ______________________________________________________ 2 Warranty _________________________________________________________________ 2 Contacts _________________________________________________________________ 2 Disclaimer ________________________________________________________________ 2 Revision History ___________________________________________________________ 2 List of Figures ____________________________________________________________ 12 List of Tables _____________________________________________________________ 13 1: Using This Guide Purpose and Audience _____________________________________________________ 15 Summary of Chapters ______________________________________________________ 15 Safety Information _________________________________________________________ 16 Cover _______________________________________________________________ 16...
  • Page 4 3: Installation of EDS-MD4/8/16 Device Servers Package Contents _________________________________________________________ 23 User-Supplied Items _______________________________________________________ 23 Identifying Hardware Components ____________________________________________ 23 Serial Ports ___________________________________________________________ 24 Ethernet Port _________________________________________________________ 24 LEDs ________________________________________________________________ 24 Reset to Default Button _________________________________________________ 25 To restore factory default settings: ______________________________________ 25...
  • Page 5 To Configure Tunnel Packing Mode Settings _________________________________ 38 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 38 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 39 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 39 Accept Mode __________________________________________________________ 39 To Configure Tunnel Accept Mode Settings __________________________________ 40 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 40 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 40 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 40 Connect Mode ________________________________________________________ 41 To Configure Tunnel Connect Mode Settings ________________________________ 42...
  • Page 6 8: Terminal and Host Settings Terminal Settings _________________________________________________________ 49 To Configure the Terminal Network Connection _______________________________ 50 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 50 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 50 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 50 To Configure the Terminal Line Connection __________________________________ 50 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 50 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 50 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 50 Host Configuration ________________________________________________________ 50...
  • Page 7 To Configure RSS Settings ______________________________________________ 56 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 56 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 57 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 57 Real Time Clock (RTC) Settings ______________________________________________ 57 To Configure RTC Settings ______________________________________________ 57 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 57 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 57 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 57 10: Security Settings SSH Settings _____________________________________________________________ 58...
  • Page 8 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 65 File Modification _______________________________________________________ 66 File Transfer __________________________________________________________ 66 To Transfer or Modify Filesystem Files ______________________________________ 67 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 67 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 67 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 67 IP Network Stack Settings ___________________________________________________ 67 To Configure IP Network Stack Settings ____________________________________ 67 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 67 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 67...
  • Page 9 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 71 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 71 Traceroute ___________________________________________________________ 71 To Perform a Traceroute ________________________________________________ 71 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 71 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 71 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 71 Log _________________________________________________________________ 72 To Configure the Diagnostic Log Output ____________________________________ 72 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 72 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 72 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 72...
  • Page 10 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 76 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 76 Telnet Settings ________________________________________________________ 77 To Configure Telnet Settings _____________________________________________ 77 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 77 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 77 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 77 SSH Settings _________________________________________________________ 77 To Configure SSH Settings ______________________________________________ 78 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 78 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 78 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 78...
  • Page 11 To View VIP Counters __________________________________________________ 83 Using Web Manager ________________________________________________ 83 Using the CLI ______________________________________________________ 83 Using XML ________________________________________________________ 83 15: Branding the EDS-MD4/8/16 Web Manager Customization ________________________________________________ 84 Short and Long Name Customization __________________________________________ 85 To Customize Short or Long Names _______________________________________ 85...
  • Page 12: List Of Figures

    Figure 2-1 EDS-MD Product Label ___________________________________________________ 22 Figure 3-1 Front View of the EDS-MD16 ______________________________________________ 24 Figure 3-2 Back View of the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 _________________________ 24 Figure 5-1 Components of the Web Manager Page ______________________________________ 32 Figure 17-2 Windows Scientific Calculator _____________________________________________ 88...
  • Page 13: List Of Tables

    List of Tables Table 3-3 System LEDs on the Top of EDS-MD ________________________________________ 24 Table 3-4 Serial Indicator LEDs on the Top of EDS-MD __________________________________ 25 Table 3-5 RJ45 LEDs on the Back Panel (Ethernet Indicators). ____________________________ 25 Table 6-1 Line Configuration Settings ________________________________________________ 35 Table 6-2 Line Command Mode Settings ______________________________________________ 36 Table 6-3 Tunnel Serial Settings ____________________________________________________ 37 Table 6-4 Tunnel Packing Mode Settings _____________________________________________ 38...
  • Page 14 Table 15-1 Short and Long Name Settings ____________________________________________ 85 Table 17-1 Binary to Hexadecimal Conversion _________________________________________ 87 Table 18-1 Applicable Medical Standards _____________________________________________ 89 Table 18-2 Applicable ITE Standards ________________________________________________ 89 Table 18-3 Regulatory Compliance __________________________________________________ 90 Table 19-1 Lantronix Cables and Adapters ____________________________________________ 93 EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 15: 1: Using This Guide

    Using This Guide Purpose and Audience This guide provides the information needed to configure, use, and update the EDS-MD4, EDS- MD8 and EDS-MD16. It is intended for system integrators who are installing this product into their designs. Note: EDS-MD device servers (which include models EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDSMD16) are commonly referred to as either EDS-MD4/8/16 or as EDS-MD when mentioned within a description equally applicable to any of the three models.
  • Page 16: Safety Information

    Maintain reliable grounding of this product.  Pay particular attention to supply connections when connecting to power strips, rather than  directly to the branch circuit. Fuses There are fuses on the internal power supply serviceable only by Lantronix. EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 17: Battery

    Battery A Lithium battery cell inside the unit maintains the unit's date and time when the device is powered off. Do not attempt to replace it. The battery is serviceable only by Lantronix. Caution: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED.
  • Page 18: Equipment Classifications

    1: Using This Guide Equipment Classifications Classification according to the type of protection against electric shock: Class I Equipment  Classification according to the degree of protection against electric shock: No Applied Parts  Classification according to the degree of protection against ingress of water: IP20 ...
  • Page 19: Additional Documentation

    EDS-MD Quick Start Guide Instructions for getting the EDS-MD up and running. DeviceInstaller Online Help Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to locate the EDS-MD and to view its current settings. Com Port Redirector Quick Start Instructions for using the Lantronix Windows-based utility to create and Online Help virtual com ports.
  • Page 20: 2: Introduction

    0.5A each. Temperature Range: 0°C to +55°C.  Applications The EDS-MD4/8/16 device server connects serial devices such as those listed below to Ethernet networks using the IP protocol family. Patient Monitoring Devices  Glucose Analyzers ...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting Capabilities

    (See “Configuration Using Web Manager” on page 30.) DeviceInstaller: Configure the IP address and related settings and view current settings on the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 using a Graphical User Interface (GUI) on a PC attached to a network. (See “Using DeviceInstaller” on page 28.)
  • Page 22: Port Numbers

    For example, a Telnet server commonly uses TCP port number 23. The following is a list of the default server port numbers running on the EDS-MD4/8/16: TCP Port 22: SSH Server (Command Mode configuration) ...
  • Page 23: 3: Installation Of Eds-Md4/8/16 Device Servers

    RS-232 serial devices that require network connectivity. Each EDS-MD4/8/16 serial port  supports a directly connected RS-232 serial device. A serial cable for each serial device to be connected to the EDS-MD4/8/16. All devices  attached to the device ports support the RS-232C (EIA-232) standard. Category 5 cabling with RJ45 connections is used for the device port connections.
  • Page 24: Serial Ports

    Power Connector Serial Ports In the front of the device, the EDS-MD4 has 4 serial ports, the EDS-MD8 has 8 serial ports, and the EDS-MD16 has 16 serial ports. All are configured as DTE and support up to 921600 baud.
  • Page 25: Reset To Default Button

    There is no tunnel connection on the serial line. Note: Number of Serial LEDs correspond with the EDS-MD model number. For instance, EDS-MD4 has 4 LEDs, EDS-MD8 has 8 LEDs, and EDS-MD16 has 16 LEDs. Table 3-5 RJ45 LEDs on the Back Panel (Ethernet Indicators). Description Left LED Green Connected at 1000 Mbps.
  • Page 26: Technical Specification

    3: Installation of EDS-MD4/8/16 Device Servers Technical Specification Category Description NETWORK INTERFACE Ethernet Ports 3 RJ45 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T Ethernet ports Auto sensing Automatic MDI/MDI-X crossover Full duplex IEEE 802.3x flow control Half-duplex back pressure flow control Left LED Indicator Table 3-5...
  • Page 27: Installing The Eds-Md

    20% to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing Installing the EDS-MD Finding a Suitable Location You can install the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16 either on a shelf, on a desktop or  mounted on the wall. If using AC power, do not use outlets controlled by a wall switch.
  • Page 28: 4: Using Deviceinstaller

    4. Expand the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16 folder by clicking the + symbol next to the folder icon. The list of available Lantronix EDS-MD4/8/16 devices appears. 5. Select the EDS-MD4/8/16 unit by expanding its entry and clicking on its IP address to view its configuration.
  • Page 29 4: Using DeviceInstaller Current Settings (continued) Description Configurable field. Enter a group to categorize the EDS-MD. Double- click the field, type in the value, and press Enter to complete. This group Group name is local to this PC and is not visible on other PCs or laptops using DeviceInstaller.
  • Page 30: 5: Configuration Using Web Manager

    1. Open a standard web browser. Lantronix supports the latest version of Internet Explorer, Mozilla Suite, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Chrome or Opera. 2. Enter the IP address of the EDS-MD4/8/16 in the address bar. The IP address may have been assigned manually using DeviceInstaller (see the EDS-MD Quick Start Guide) or automatically by DHCP.
  • Page 31: Device Status Page

    5: Configuration Using Web Manager Device Status Page The Device Status page is the first page that appears after you log into the Web Manager. It also appears when you click Status in the Main Menu. EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 32: Web Manager Page Components

    5: Configuration Using Web Manager Web Manager Page Components The layout of a typical Web Manager page is below. Figure 5-1 Components of the Web Manager Page Logout Links to Items to button configure subpages Header Menu Bar Footer Information Configuration and/or Status Area and Help Area The menu bar always appears at the left side of the page, regardless of the page shown.
  • Page 33: Navigating The Web Manager

    Note: There may be times when you must reboot the EDS-MD4/8/16 for the new configuration settings to take effect. The chapters that follow indicate when a change requires a reboot. Anytime you reboot the unit, this operation will take some time to complete.
  • Page 34 5: Configuration Using Web Manager Web Manager Page Description (continued) Page Syslog Lets you specify the severity of events to log and the server and ports to which the syslog should be sent. System Lets you reboot device, restore factory defaults, upload new firmware, and change the device long and short names.
  • Page 35: 6: Line And Tunnel Settings

    Line and Tunnel Settings The EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 contains four, eight or sixteen Lines, depending on the specific model. All lines use standard RS232 serial ports. RS232/RS485 All lines can be configured to operate in the following modes: RS232 ...
  • Page 36: To Configure Line Settings

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Table 6-2 Line Command Mode Settings Line Command Description Mode Settings Mode Set the Command Mode state of the Line. When in Command Mode, a CLI session operates exclusively on the Line. Choices are: Always ...
  • Page 37: Using The Cli

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Using the CLI To view Line statistics: enable -> line 1, show statistics  Using XML Include in your file: <statusgroup name=”line” instance=”1”>  Tunnel Settings Tunneling allows serial devices to communicate over a network, without “being aware” of the devices which establish the network connection between them.
  • Page 38: Using The Cli

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Using the CLI To enter Tunnel 1 command level:  enable -> tunnel 1 -> serial Using XML Include in your file:  <configgroup name=”tunnel serial” instance=”1”> Packing Mode With Packing, data from the serial Line is not sent over the network immediately. Instead, data is queued and sent in segments, when either the timeout or byte threshold is reached.
  • Page 39: Using The Cli

     Accept Mode In Accept Mode, the EDS-MD4/8/16 listens (waits) for incoming connections from the network. A remove node on the network initiates the connection. The configurable local port is the port the remote device connects to for this connection. There is no remote port or address.
  • Page 40: To Configure Tunnel Accept Mode Settings

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Tunnel Accept Mode Description Settings (continued) Flush Serial Set whether the serial Line data buffer is flushed upon a new network connection. Choices are: Enabled = serial data buffer is flushed on network connection  Disabled = serial data buffer is not flushed on network connection ...
  • Page 41: Connect Mode

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Connect Mode In Connect Mode, theEDS-MD4/8/16 continues to attempt an outgoing connection on the network, until established. If the connection attempt fails or the connection drops, then it retries after a timeout. The remote node on the network must listen for the Connect Mode’s connection. For Connect Mode to function, it must be enabled, have a remote station (node) configured, and a remote port configured (TCP or UDP).
  • Page 42: To Configure Tunnel Connect Mode Settings

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Tunnel Connect Mode Description Settings (continued) Block Serial Set whether Block Serial is enabled for debugging purposes. Choices are: Enabled = If Enabled, incoming characters from the Serial Line will not be  forwarded to the network. Instead, they will be buffered and will eventually flow off the Serial Line if hardware or software flow control is configured.
  • Page 43: To Configure Tunnel Disconnect Mode Settings

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Tunnel Disconnect Description Mode Settings Modem Control Set whether Modem Control enables disconnect when the Modem Control pin is not asserted on the Serial Line. Choices are: Enabled  Disabled (default)  Timeout Enter the number of milliseconds a tunnel may be idle before disconnection. The value of zero disables the idle timeout.
  • Page 44: To Configure Tunnel Modem Emulation Settings

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Tunnel Modem Description Emulation Settings Response Type Select a representation for the Modem Response Codes sent out on the Serial Line. Choices are: Text (ATV1) (default)  Numeric (ATV0)  Error Unknown Set whether the Error Unknown Commands is enabled (ATU0) and ERROR is Commands returned on the Serial Line for unrecognized AT commands.
  • Page 45: Using The Cli

    6: Line and Tunnel Settings Using the CLI To view Tunnel 1 statistics: enable -> tunnel 1, show statistics  Using XML Include in your file:  <statusgroup name=”tunnel” instance=”1”> EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 46: 7: Network Settings

    Interface settings are related to the configuration of the IP and related protocols. Link settings are related to the physical link connection, which carries the IP traffic. The EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 contains one network interface. The Ethernet interface is also called interface 1 or eth0.
  • Page 47: To Configure Network Interface Settings

    7: Network Settings Network Interface Description Settings (continued) Hostname Enter the hostname for the interface. It must begin with a letter or number, continue with a sequence of letters, numbers, or hyphens, and end with a letter or number. Note: This setting will take effect immediately, but will not register the hostname with a DNS server until the next reboot.
  • Page 48: Network Link Settings

    7: Network Settings Network Link Settings Physical link parameters can be configured for an Ethernet (eth0) Network Interface (see Table 7-2). Table 7-2 Network 1 (eth0) Link Settings Network 1 Ethernet (eth0) Description Link Settings Speed Select the Ethernet link speed. (Default is Auto) ...
  • Page 49: 8: Terminal And Host Settings

    Terminal and Host Settings Predefined connections are available via telnet, ssh, or a serial port. A user can choose one of the presented options and the device automatically makes the predefined connection. Either the Telnet, SSH, or serial port connection can present the CLI or the Login Connect Menu. By default, the CLI is presented when the device is accessed.
  • Page 50: To Configure The Terminal Network Connection

    8: Terminal and Host Settings To Configure the Terminal Network Connection Using Web Manager To configure the Terminal on Network, click Terminal on the menu and select Network ->  Configuration. Using the CLI To enter the Terminal Network command level: enable -> config -> terminal ...
  • Page 51: To Configure Host Settings

    8: Terminal and Host Settings Host Settings (continued) Description SSH Username Enter a username to select a pre-configured Username/Password/ Key (configured on the SSH: Client Users), or leave it blank to be prompted for a username and password at connect time. Note: This field appears if you selected SSH as the protocol.
  • Page 52: 9: Services Settings

    Services Settings DNS Settings This section describes the active run-time settings for the domain name system (DNS) protocol. The primary and secondary DNS addresses come from the active interface. The static addresses from the Network Interface configuration settings may be overridden by DHCP. Note: blue text in the XML command strings of this chapter are to be replaced with...
  • Page 53: Ftp Settings

    9: Services Settings FTP Settings The FTP protocol can be used to upload and download user files, and upgrade the EDS-MD4/8/16 firmware. A configurable option is provided to enable or disable access via this protocol. FTP Settings Table 9-2 FTP Settings...
  • Page 54: To View Or Configure Syslog Settings

    9: Services Settings Syslog Settings Description (continued) Severity Log Level Specify the minimum level of system message the EDS-MD should log. This setting applies to all syslog facilities. The drop-down list in the Web Manager is in descending order of severity (e.g., Emergency is more severe than Alert.) To View or Configure Syslog Settings: Using Web Manager To configure the Syslog, click Syslog in the menu.
  • Page 55: To Configure Http Settings

    9: Services Settings HTTP Settings (continued) Description Max Timeout Enter the maximum time for the HTTP server to wait when receiving a request. This prevents Denial-of-Service (DoS) attacks. The default is 10 seconds. Max Bytes Enter the maximum number of bytes the HTTP server accepts when receiving a request.
  • Page 56: To Configure Http Authentication

    9: Services Settings HTTP Authentication Settings Description Auth Type Select the authentication type: None = no authentication is necessary.   Basic = encodes passwords using Base64. Digest = encodes passwords using MD5.  SSL = can only be accessed over SSL (no password is required). ...
  • Page 57: Using The Cli

    9: Services Settings Using the CLI To enter the RSS command level: enable -> config -> rss  Using XML Include in your file:  <configgroup name=”rss”> Real Time Clock (RTC) Settings The current date and time displayed on the EDS-MD can be modified. RTC Settings Table 9-7 RTC Settings...
  • Page 58: 10: Security Settings

    10: Security Settings The EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 device supports Secure Shell (SSH) and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). SSH is a network protocol for securely accessing a remote device. SSH provides a secure, encrypted communication channel between two hosts over a network. It provides authentication and message integrity services.
  • Page 59: Ssh Client Known Hosts

    10: Security Settings RSS Settings Description (continued) Public Key Enter the path and name of the existing public key you want to upload. In WebManager, you can also Browse to the public key to be uploaded. Key Type Select a key type to use for the new key: ...
  • Page 60: Ssh Client Users

    10: Security Settings Table 10-3 SSH Server Authorized Users RSS Settings Description Username Enter a new username or edit an existing one. Password Enter a new password or edit an existing one. Public RSA Key Enter the path and name of the existing public RSA key you want to use with this user.
  • Page 61: To Configure Ssh Settings

    10: Security Settings RSS Settings Description (continued) Bit Size Select the bit length of the new key:   1024  Using a larger Bit Size takes more time to generate the key. Approximate times are:  1 second for a 512 bit RSA key ...
  • Page 62: Certificate And Key Generation

    10: Security Settings Certificate and Key Generation The EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 can generate self signed certificates and their corresponding keys. This can be done for both the rsa and dsa certificate formats. Certificates can be identified on the EDS-MD4/8/16 by a name provided at generation time.
  • Page 63: Using Xml

     Certificate Upload Settings SSL certificates identify the EDS-MD4/8/16 to peers. Certificate and key pairs can be uploaded to the EDS-MD4/8/16 through either the CLI or XML import mechanisms. Certificates can be identified on the EDS-MD4/8/16 by a name provided at upload time.
  • Page 64: Trusted Authorities

    10: Security Settings Trusted Authorities One or more authority certificates are needed to verify a peer's identity. These certificates do not require a private key. Table 10-7 Trusted Authority Settings Trusted Authorities Description Settings Authority SSL authority certificate. RSA or DSA certificates are allowed. The format of the authority certificate can be PEM or PKCS7.
  • Page 65: 11: Maintenance And Diagnostics Settings

    11: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings Filesystem Settings Use the file system to list, view, add, remove, and transfer files. The EDS-MD4/8/16 uses an EXT3 flash file system to store files. This is a journalled file system, which means that changes to the file system are recorded before the actual changes themselves are made.
  • Page 66: File Modification

    Format the file system and remove all data. File Transfer Files can be transferred to and from the EDS-MD4/8/16 via the TFTP protocol. This can be useful for saving and restoring XML configuration files. Files can also be uploaded via HTTP.
  • Page 67: To Transfer Or Modify Filesystem Files

    11: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings To Transfer or Modify Filesystem Files Using Web Manager To create a new file or directory, upload an existing file, copy or move a file, click Filesystem  in the menu and select Browse. Using the CLI To enter the Filesystem command level: ...
  • Page 68: To Configure Icmp Network Stack Settings

    11: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings Table 11-5 ICMP Network Stack Settings Protocol Stack Description ICMP Settings State The State selection is used to turn on/off processing of ICMP messages. This includes both incoming and outgoing messages. Choose Enabled or Disabled. To Configure ICMP Network Stack Settings Using Web Manager To configure ICMP protocol settings, click Protocol Stack in the menu and select ICMP.
  • Page 69: To Configure Smtp Network Stack Settings

    11: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings Table 11-7 SMTP Network Stack Settings Protocol Stack SMTP Description Settings Relay Address Address of all outbound email messages through a mail server. Can contain either a hostname or an IP address. Relay Port Port utilized for the delivery of outbound email messages. To Configure SMTP Network Stack Settings Using Web Manager To configure SMTP protocol settings, click Protocol Stack in the menu and select SMTP.
  • Page 70: Using Xml

     <configgroup name=”query port”> <configitem name=”state”> Diagnostics The EDS-MD4/8/16 has several tools for diagnostics and statistics. Various options allow for the configuration or viewing of IP socket information, ping, traceroute, memory, and processes. Hardware To View Hardware Information Using Web Manager To view hardware information, click Diagnostics in the menu and select Hardware.
  • Page 71: To Ping A Remote Host

     Traceroute Here you can trace a packet from the EDS-MD4/8/16 to an Internet host, showing how many hops the packet requires to reach the host and how long each hop takes. If you visit a web site whose pages appear slowly, you can use traceroute to determine where the longest delays are occurring.
  • Page 72: To Configure The Diagnostic Log Output

    11: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings Table 11-11 Log Settings Diagnostics: Log Description Output Select a diagnostic log output type:  Disable - Turn off the loggin feature.  Filesystem - Directs logging to /log.txt.  Line (1, 2, 3 and 4) - Directs logging to the selected serial line. Max Length Set the maximum length of the log.txt file.
  • Page 73: Processes

    Using XML Include in your file: <statusgroup name=”processes”>  Threads The EDS-MD4/8/16 Threads information shows details of threads in the ltrx_evo task which can be useful for technical experts in debugging. To View Thread Information Using Web Manager To view thread information, click Diagnostics in the menu and select Threads.
  • Page 74: To Reboot Or Restore Factory Defaults

    11: Maintenance and Diagnostics Settings System Settings The EDS-MD4/8/16 System settings allow for rebooting the device, restoring factory defaults, uploading new firmware and updating a system’s short and long name. Note: Anytime you reboot the unit, this operation will take some time to complete.
  • Page 75: Table 12-1 Email Configuration

    12: Advanced Settings Email Settings View and configure email alerts relating to events occurring within the system. Email Configuration Table 12-1 Email – Configuration Description Settings Enter the email address to which the email alerts will be sent. Multiple addresses are separated by semicolon (;). Required field if an email is to be sent.
  • Page 76: Using The Cli

    Command Line Interface Settings The Command Line Interface settings allow you to control how users connect to and interact with the EDS-MD4/8/16's command line. It is possible to configure access via the Telnet and SSH protocols, in addition to general CLI options.
  • Page 77: Telnet Settings

    12: Advanced Settings Telnet Settings The telnet settings control CLI access to the EDS-MD4/8/16 over the Telnet protocol. Table 12-3 Telnet Settings Telnet Settings Description Telnet State Enable or Disable CLI access via telnet Telnet Port Enter an alternative Telnet Port to override the default used by the CLI server.
  • Page 78: To Configure Ssh Settings

    It can also be modified and imported to update the configuration on this EDS-MD4/8/16 unit or another. The XML data can be dumped to the screen or exported to a file on the file system.
  • Page 79: To Export Configuration In Xml Format

    12: Advanced Settings XML Export Configuration Description Settings (continued) Groups to Export Check the configuration groups that are to be exported to the XML configuration record. The group list should be comma delimited and encased in double quotes. The list of available groups can be viewed with the “xcr list”...
  • Page 80: Using Xml

    12: Advanced Settings Using XML Not applicable.  XML: Import Configuration Here you can import a system configuration from an XML file. The XML data can be imported from a file on the file system or pasted into a CLI session. The groups to import can be specified at the command line, the default is all groups.
  • Page 81: 13: Updating Firmware

    (www.lantronix.com/support/downloads/) or by using anonymous FTP (ftp://ftp.lantronix.com/). Loading New Firmware Firmware may be updated by sending the file to the EDS-MD4/8/16 over an FTP connection. The destination file name on the EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 or EDS-MD16 must be "firmware.rom". The device will reboot upon successful completion of the firmware upgrade.
  • Page 82: 14: Vip Settings

    14: VIP Settings Virtual IP (VIP) Configuration Configuring Connect Mode tunnels to use VIP is a simple matter of configuring a tunnel as is normally done, but also enabling VIP in the Tunnel Host settings, and using a VIP Name for the address.
  • Page 83: Using Xml

    14: VIP Settings Using XML Include in your file: <statusgroup name=”vip”>  Virtual IP (VIP) Counters Table 14-2 VIP Counters VIP Counters Description Data Bytes Total bytes in the TCP packets (not the UDP packets) UDP Packet Queue The number of packets queued for transmission. UDP Packets The number of packets transmitted.
  • Page 84: 15: Branding The Eds-Md4/8/16

    The Web Manager files are hidden and are incorporated directly into the firmware image but may be overridden by placing the appropriate file in the appropriate directory on the EDS-MD4, EDS- MD8 or EDS-MD16 file system. Web Manager files can be retrieved and overridden with the following procedure: 1.
  • Page 85: Short And Long Name Customization

    15: Branding the EDS-MD4/8/16 Short and Long Name Customization You can customize the short and long names in your EDS-MD4/8/16. The names display in the CLI show command and in the System web page in the Current Configuration table. The short name is used for the show command.
  • Page 86: Appendix A: Technical Support

    Check our online knowledge base or send a question to Technical Support at http://www.lantronix.com/support. Technical Support Europe, Middle East, Africa Phone: +33 13 930 4172 Email: eu_techsupp@lantronix.com or eu_support@lantronix.com Firmware downloads, FAQs, and the most up-to-date documentation are available at http://www.lantronix.com/support When you report a problem, please provide the following information: Your name, and your company name, address, and phone number ...
  • Page 87: Appendix B: Binary To Hexadecimal Conversions

    Appendix B: Binary to Hexadecimal Conversions Many of the unit's configuration procedures require you to assemble a series of options (represented as bits) into a complete command (represented as a byte). The resulting binary value must be converted to a hexadecimal representation. Use this chapter to learn to convert binary values to hexadecimals or to look up hexadecimal values in the tables of configuration options.
  • Page 88: Figure 17-2 Windows Scientific Calculator

    Figure 17-2 Windows Scientific Calculator 4. Click Hex. The hexadecimal value appears. Figure 17-3 Hexadecimal Values in the Scientific Calculator EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 89: Appendix C: Compliance

    (According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014) Manufacturer's Name & Address: Lantronix 167 Technology Drive, Irvine, CA 92618 USA Product Name Model: EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 Port Device Servers Conform to the following standards or other normative documents: Table 18-1 Applicable Medical Standards Emissions Immunity...
  • Page 90: Table 18-3 Regulatory Compliance

    Medical Electrical Equipment -- Part 1: General Requirements for Safety IEC with Japan Deviations JIS T 0601-1:1999 International: VCCI Japan Japan VCCI V-3/2008.04 International: C-Tick Australia/New Zealand Australia AS/NZS CISPR 22: 2006 Manufacturer's Contact: Lantronix 167 Technology Drive, Irvine, CA 92618 USA Tel: 949-453-3990 Fax: 949-450-7249 EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 91: Figure 18-4 Suppliers Declaration Of Conformity

    Figure 18-4 Suppliers Declaration of Conformity EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 92 RoHS Notice All Lantronix products in the following families are China RoHS-compliant and free of the following hazardous substances and elements:    Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)    Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr (VI))
  • Page 93: Appendix D: Lantronix Cables, Adapters And Serial Port Pinouts

    Appendix D: Lantronix Cables, Adapters and Serial Port Pinouts Lantronix cables and adapters for use with EDS-MD4, EDS-MD8 and EDS-MD16 are listed here according to part number and application. Cables and Adapters Table 19-1 Lantronix Cables and Adapters Lantronix P/N...
  • Page 94: Adapters And Serial Port Pinouts

    Adapters and Serial Port Pinouts Figure 19-2 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25M DTE Adapter (PN 200.2066A) Figure 19-3 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25M DCE Adapter (PN 200.2073) EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 95: Figure 19-4 Rj45 Receptacle To Db25F Dte Adapter (Pn 200.2067A )

    Figure 19-4 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25F DTE Adapter (PN 200.2067A ) Figure 19-5 RJ45 Receptacle to DB25F DCE Adapter (PN 200.2074) EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 96: Figure 19-6 Rj45 Receptacle To Db9M Dte Adapter (Pn 200.2069A)

    Figure 19-6 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9M DTE Adapter (PN 200.2069A) Figure 19-7 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9M DCE Adapter (PN 200.2071) EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 97: Figure 19-8 Rj45 Receptacle To Db9F Dte Adapter (Pn 200.2070A)

    Figure 19-8 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9F DTE Adapter (PN 200.2070A) Figure 19-9 RJ45 Receptacle to DB9F DCE Adapter (PN 200.2072) EDS-MD User Guide...
  • Page 98: Figure 19-10 Rj45 To Rj45 Adapter (Adp010104-01)

    Figure 19-10 RJ45 to RJ45 Adapter (ADP010104-01) Note: The cable ends of the ADP010104-01 are an RJ45 socket on one end and a RJ45 plug on the other instead of RJ45 sockets on both ends. EDS-MD User Guide...

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