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IF5 Fixed Reader Quick Start Guide
Configuring the IF5
You do not need to configure the IF5 if it communicates
through a wired Ethernet connection and uses a DHCP server
to assign TCP/IP parameters. Continue with “Connecting the
IF5” on page 12.
You need to configure the IF5 to connect to a wireless network
that uses a DHCP server. For help, follow the next procedure.
You also need to configure the IF5 if:
•
you need to assign a static IP address to the IF5 for a wired or
wireless network connection.
•
you need to connect to a secure network.
•
you are not using a DHCP server.
For help with assigning a static IP address, configuring the IF5
for a secure network, or if you are not using a DHCP server, see
the
IF5 Fixed Reader User's Manual
(P/N 074747).
To configure the IF5 for a DHCP-enabled wireless network
1
Connect a null-modem cable to the IF5 serial port and to
your desktop PC.
2
On the desktop PC, open a HyperTerminal session with
these settings:
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Bits per second: 9600
•
Parity: None
•
Data bits: 8
•
Flow control: None
3
Connect the IF5 to AC power. The IF5 boot sequence
appears in the HyperTerminal window. When the boot
sequence is finished, you see this screen:
