Step D: Configure an IP Address 2.

Configure the parameters of the terminal emulation software Digi One TS/
Setup Overview The following are 4 methods for configuring an IP address. Use to work with the Digi serial port. The default port settings are: PortServer TS 2/4
the one that is most convenient for you.
Use this overview to identify the steps required to set up the Digi • VT 100 emulation • 1 stop bit Setup Card
device. This overview provides a simple method for Method 1: Using DPA-Remote • 9600 baud • No parity
accomplishing common tasks. For information on alternative 1. Run DPA-Remote. • 8-bit character
methods and other configurable features, see the online
documentation. 2. If DPA-Remote is not set for ADDP, choose ADDP as the
Discovery Protocol. 3. Log into the Digi One TS/PortServer TS 2/4 as root by enter-
Step A: Set the Line Interface with the DIP Switches 3. Choose Discover. ing the following commands: (You may have to press the
See the following table for information on switch settings. Enter key to get a Login prompt.)
A list of Digi devices with IP addresses of 0.0.0.0 appears. • At the login prompt, type root.
Switch Settings 4. Select a Digi One TS/PortServer TS 2/4 from the list and then • At the password prompt, type dbps (which is the default About This Card
Function choose Configure. password. If the password has been changed, use the new
5. Supply an IP address, subnet mask and default gateway and password.) Use this card for a brief introduction to your Digi One TS/
1 2 3 4 PortServer TS 2/4 and as a guide to more detailed information
then choose OK.
See the newpass command in the online Command Reference required for setup.
EIA-232 Up Dn Dn Dn DPA-Remote configures the IP address, subnet mask and for information on changing the root password.
default gateway. 4. Configure an IP address with the following command: Package Contents
EIA-422/485 Dn Up Dn Up -- Termination
Full-duplex enabled. Method 2: Using Ping-ARP set config dhcp=off ip=ip-addr submask=mask The package contains the following items:
Down--Termina- Use this section to configure an IP address by manually updating a • One Digi One TS/PortServer TS 2/4
EIA-485 half- Dn Dn Up tion disabled server’s ARP table and then pinging the Digi One TS/PortServer where ip-addr is the IP address to configure and mask is • Power supply unit with North American, EU or UK power
duplex TS 2/4. the subnet mask used by the network cords
1. Record the MAC address of the Digi One TS/PortServer TS Example • One RJ-45 to DB-9 crossover cable. This is intended for con-
Step B: Set Up the Hardware 2/4. It is on the back of the unit. necting a laptop or PC to a serial port so that you can config-
set config dhcp=off ip=192.10.7.3
1. Connect the device to the power supply, the power supply to 2. Access a server on the same subnet as the Digi One TS/PortS- submask=255.255.255.0 ure your Digi device from a serial-port connection
an outlet, and the device to the network. erver TS 2/4.
5. Reboot at the reboot prompt with the following command: Note: For additional cables, contact your dealer or distributor.
2. Connect peripherals to serial ports. 3. Manually update the server’s ARP table using the Digi One
TS/PortServer TS 2/4’s MAC address and the IP address you • A single loopback plug that works with EIA-232, EIA-422,
boot action=reset
For cabling information, see the Terminal Server Cable Guide want assigned to the Digi device. The following is an exam- and EIA-485 line interfaces
on the Access Resource CD. ple of how this is done on a Windows NT 4.0 system: Step E: Configure Ports Using the Web Interface • Access Resource CD that contains the following:
1. Access the Digi One TS/PortServer TS 2/4 from a web • DPA-Remote software, a management tool for Microsoft
Step C: Install and Set Up DPA-Remote arp -s 143.191.2.1 00-40-9d-22-23-60 and Unix environments
browser by specifying the device’s IP address in the URL
This step is not required if you do not intend to use DPA-Remote 4. Ping the Digi device using the IP address just assigned. The • RealPort drivers, which provide COM/TTY ports
to configure the IP address or to monitor ports. window.
following is an example: 2. Log into the Digi One TS/PortServer TS 2/4 as root by enter- • Complete Digi One TS/PortServer TS 2/4 documentation
Notes: (1) DPA-Remote cannot be used to change the IP address; • Digi proprietary SNMP MIBs
it can only be used to configure the initial IP address (2) This ping 143.191.2.1 ing the following :
method will not work if a DHCP server is active on the network. • At the login prompt, type root. • This card, an Access Resource CD card, and associated
The ping will probably time out before there is a response. paperwork
To install DPA-Remote from the Digi Access Resource CD, do the • At the password prompt, type dbps (which is the default
following: 5. Wait a few seconds and then ping again. password. If the password has been changed, use the new
1. If you are using a Unix system, mount the CD. See the Access The Digi One TS/PortServer TS 2/4 replies to the ping, indi- password.)
Resource CD Card for information. cating that the IP address has been configured. 3. Use the web interface to configure ports. See the online help
2. Choose an operating system. for information on configuration fields.
3. Choose the Hardware product name. Method 3: Using DHCP or RARP 4. If you intend to use RealPort, install RealPort software on a
4. Choose Digi Port Authority - Remote. 1. Record the MAC address of the Digi One TS/PortServer TS server. See the online RealPort library for more information.
5. Choose Install Software. 2/4, which is located on the back of the unit.
6. Follow the prompts. 2. Set up an entry for an address on a DHCP or RARP server. If Step F: Configure other Features as Required
7. Reboot your system if necessary. you intend to use RealPort, do the following: See "Where to Find Information" on this card for ideas on
• Reserve a permanent IP address. additional features to configure and directions as to where to find
For information on installing DPA-Remote after downloading it • Record the IP address. You will need it when you config- setup information.
from the Digi web site, see the online Digi Port Authority -
Remote Device Monitor Setup Guide. ure the RealPort driver.
Step G: Troubleshoot Setup Problems
3. Power on the Digi device.
Ensure that your setup works as you intend. If you encounter setup
Method 4: Using the Command Line problems, see the troubleshooting section in the Digi One TS/
1. Connect a laptop or PC to a serial port on the Digi One TS/ PortServer TS 2/4 Configuration and Administration Guide.
PortServer TS 2/4. For a Windows Hyperterminal connection,
use the cable that came in the package.

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Where to Find Information Specifications FCC Part 15 Class A Key Features
WARNING: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105) Here are some of the key features of Digi One TS/PortServer TS
To set up... See... of this module. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Refer 2/4:
An IP address • The web interface and associated help. servicing to qualified personnel. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the • Switchable line interface (EIA-232/422/485)
limits for Class A digital devices pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC • Configurable from a web browser, a Telnet connection, or a
Note: The device’s initial IP address can-
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection serial port connection to a laptop or PC
not be set up with the web interface. Power Requirements against harmful interference in a residential environment. This
• The set config command in the online equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency • Remote monitoring through Digi Port Authority--Remote, a
Command Reference 2-contact barrel +9 to +30 VDC 500 mA (max) energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the network-based, monitoring tool capable of monitoring the
• The section on configuring the Ethernet connector external power supply instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio network interface and serial port activity
interface in the online Configuration and communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference • Local TTY and COM port functionality using Digi RealPort
Administration Guide will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does software
autoconnection • The web interface and associated help cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is • Connection to other network devices with PPP
• The set user and set ports commands in RJ-45 Powered +30 to +60 VDC 100 mA (max) encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of • Upgradable firmware using TFTP or HTTP
the online Command Reference Ethernet the following measures: • Auto-sensing 10/100 TX Ethernet connection
• The section on configuring autoconnection • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
in the online Configuration and Adminis- • Industry standard surge suppression and ESD protection to 15
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the kilovolts on all signal pins
tration Guide
receiver. • LED indicators to display network information
DPA - Remote • The online Digi Port Authority - Remote
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
Device Monitor Setup Guide Environmental from that to which the receiver is connected.
Menus • The web interface and associated help
• The set menu command in the online • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
Ambient 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
Command Reference temperature 32 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit help.
Ports • The web interface and associated help
• The set ports, set flow, and set line com-
Relative humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing Labeling Requirements (FCC 15.19)
mands in the online Command Reference Altitude 0 to 12,000 feet This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is
• The sections on configuring ports for 0 to 3,658 meters subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
RealPort, modems, terminals, and printers cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
in the online Configuration and Adminis- Mechanical interference received, including interference that may cause
tration Guide undesired operation.
PPP • The web interface and associated help Length 13.33 centimeters
5.25 inches Modifications (FCC 15.21)
• The set user command in the online Com-
mand Reference Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
Width 8.25 centimeters approved by Digi may void the user's authority to operate this
RealPort • The web interface and associated help 3.25 inches equipment.
• The set ports command in the online Com-
mand Reference Height 1.90 centimeters Cables (FCC 15.27)
• The online RealPort library .75 inches
SNMP agent • The set snmp command in the online Weight .227 Kilos Shielded cables must be used to remain within the
Command Reference 8 ounces Class A limitations.
• The section on configuring the SNMP
agent in the online Configuration and
Administration Guide ICES 003 Class A
Users • The web interface and associated help This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio
• The set user and newpass commands in noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio
the online Command Reference Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
• The section on configuring users in the Communications.
Configuration and Administration Guide. Le present appareil numerique n'emet pas de bruits
User Data • The web interface and associated help radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils
• The set socketid command in the online numeriques de la class A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le
Command Reference brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des
Communications du Canada.

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