Ethernet Communication Module IFD9506 8.2 Basic Settings The basic settings include parameters such as module name, network settings and serial communication. ѓ The basics 1. Module name: There can be many IFD9506 modules on the network. Thus, you can set up a module name for each module to identify the module when you need to use them. 2. Master configuration: Open “Serial Master” mode or “Serial Slave” mode. 3. Network settings: A. IP configuration: Enable DHCP or static IP. Consult your ISP for other relevant settings. There are 2 types of IP, static IP and DHCP. Static IP: Preset or manually modified by the user. DHCP: Automatically updated by the server.
There has to be a server in the LAN. B. IP address: IP address os the location of the equipment on the network. Every equipment connected to the network has to have an IP address. Incorrect IP address will result in connection failure. Consult your ISP for how to set up IP address. The default IP for IFD9506 is 192.168.1.5. C. Subnet mask: Subnet mask is an important parameter for setting up the subnet, used for seeing if the destination IP and the locak equipment are in the same subnet. If not, the equipment will send the packet to the DVP-PLC Application Manual 19 IP Explanation Static The user enters the IP address, subnet mask and gateway.
DHCP DHCP server offers the IP address, subnet mask and gateway.