Select IP address

As already described, each NetPort card can handle automatic IP (DHCP) or fixed IP. The adjustment can be done via web frontend from the NetPort card. However, the IP address needs to be known, or the card must be switched to DHCP, to have access to the web frontend of the card.

The web frontend is simply recalled from a browser, or directly from M-III, see "handling of interfaces"

In overview, you can see all settings and addresses of each NetPort card. Each card can be configured individually.

As you can see, this NetPort card is set to DHCP. It will be recognized automatically by Windows computers (XP3 or higher). This takes up to 2 minutes. You can also see the serial number and the firmware version.

In the left menu, further settings can be made.

Under "network settings" , the setting of IP mode can be set. This function is self explaining. Be sure to press "Apply" after any change, then reboot the card by switching power off and on.

ATTENTION! If the card is set to "static", the make notes of the IP address. If you forgot your static IP address, it is pretty hard to find the card again in your network!