Power-On and Power-Up
5.6 Configuration of the network connection of the PCU (LAN/WAN)
Manual
Commissioning Manual, 05/2008, 6FC5397–4CP10–4BA0
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5.6
Configuration of the network connection of the PCU (LAN/WAN)
To perform service functions (software installation/update), the SINUMERIK 840Di sl
requires an active connection to an external computer at least for the duration of the service
task.
PTP link
The PTP link (peer-to-peer) to a single computer is described in Section "PTP-network
LAN/WAN link
The PCU basic software is preconfigured for an Ethernet network link with protocol: TCP/IP.
The settings for the local network connection (Windows-Taskbar Start > Settings > Network
Connections > Local Area Connections) with respect to the IP addresses and the domains
are given as follows:
Dialog: Local Area Connections Properties
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Tab: General
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IP address via DHCP
Option: Obtain an IP address automatically
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Automatic DNS server address
Option: Obtain a DNS server address automatically
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Tab: Alternate Configuration
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Automatic IP address as alternative configuration
Option: Automatic private IP address
If changes have been made or a network link cannot be established, the following settings
are to be done or checked:
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TCP/IP protocol
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IP address and subnet mask
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Computer name and domain/workgroup
Note
You may have to consult your network administrator to obtain the above information or
any other information required for your current network.
