Base Unit User Guide Issue 1
Tech-X Flex™
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5: IP and Video Testing
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information required to send and receive IP traffic. For any interface, IP Network Setup is a required
prerequisite to any test that sends and/or receives IP data over that interface.
IP Network Setup must be performed each time the unit is started up, for the interface(s) that you intend
to use. Furthermore, you may need to run the setup again after switching test menus, if the menu change
activates a different interface on the unit. To facilitate frequent setup actions, the unit supports DHCP,
which is the preferred method of configuration if a DHCP server is available. By using DHCP, you can
more easily assure that valid IP routing information is assigned which does not conflict with any other
host on the network.
Before attempting IP Network Setup, the unit must be linked up with the proper access device, according
to interface type. For example, if you are performing 10/100 testing, the unit should be connected to a
switch or router with an Ethernet cable. Or, for Wi-Fi testing, the unit should be within range and
synchronized with an active Wi-Fi node.
NOTE:
If you disconnect the unit and reconnect it to another network, you should rerun the network
setup. IP information for one network may not be routable on another.
5.1.1 Setup - IP Network Setup
If you select static assignment, the unit requires you to manually enter the IP address, subnet mask,
default gateway, and DNS server. The unit will accept any information that you specify and attempt to use
it for active test traffic, whether it is routable or not. Therefore, you should be sure to enter valid
information, otherwise subsequent IP-based testing will fail. In addition, note the following:
Table 5-1
IP Network Setup - Setup parameters
Parameter
Description
Type
Method for assigning IP information:
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STATIC
- Static assignment. If you select this method, the unit will request the
static address information.
•
DHCP
- DHCP assignment. If a DHCP server is available, all IP information is
assigned automatically. DHCP is a common method for IP address
assignment within a home network and most home network routers include a
DHCP server.
NOTE:
If the unit fails to get an address with DHCP, see