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Using DeviceInstaller
This chapter covers the steps for locating a EDS-MD4/8/16 unit and viewing its properties and
device details. DeviceInstaller is a free utility program provided by Lantronix that discovers,
configures, upgrades and manages Lantronix Device Servers.
Notes:
For instructions on using DeviceInstaller to configure the IP address and related
settings or for more advanced features, see the DeviceInstaller Online Help.
Auto IP generates a random IP address in the range of 169.254.0.1 to
169.254.255.254, with a netmask of 255.255.0.0, if no BOOTP or DHCP server is
found. These addresses are not routable.
Accessing EDS-MD Using DeviceInstaller
Note:
Make note of the MAC address. It is needed to locate the EDS-MD4/8/16 using
DeviceInstaller.
To use the DeviceInstaller utility, first install the latest version from the downloads page on the
Lantronix web site
www.lantronix.com/downloads
.
1.
Run the executable to start the installation process and respond to the installation wizard
prompts. (If prompted to select an installation type, select
Typical
.)
2.
Click
Start -> All Programs -> Lantronix -> DeviceInstaller -> DeviceInstaller
.
3.
When DeviceInstaller starts, it will perform a network device search. To perform another
search, click
Search
.
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.
6.
On the right page, click the
Device
Details
tab. The current EDS-MD4/8/16 configuration
appears. This is only a subset of the full configuration; the full configuration may be accessed
via Web Manager, CLI or XML.
Device Detail Summary
Note:
The settings are Display Only in this table unless otherwise noted
Current Settings
Description
Name
Name identifying the EDS-MD.
DHCP Device Name
The name associated with the EDS-MD module’s current IP address, if
the IP address was obtained dynamically.
