User Manual

Verizon Base Unit User Guide Rev B PRELIMINARY 3/20/2014 Tech-X Flex
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(P5)
5-2
Intro
Wi-Fi
10/100
System
IP/Video
Specs
5.1 IP Network Setup
This function is used to configure the active interface as necessary to join an IP network. For example, if
you are using the 10/100/1G menu, this function configures the 10/100/1G interface with the IP routing
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 10/100/1G 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 the following:
• For DHCP, If you change the active interface, the unit will attempt to release the IP address from the
DHCP server. For example, if you obtain an IP address through the Wi-Fi menu, then switch to the
10/100/1G menu, the IP address will be released.
• 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
Table 5-1 IP Network Setup - Setup parameters
Parameter Description
Type Method for assigning IP information:
• 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 Results - IP
Network Setup on page 5-3.