Page 3 - C o n t e n t s
Contents 3 Chapter 1 Introduction About This Guide ................................................................................... 7 Purpose .............................................................................................................. 7Audience .....................................
Page 7 - About This Guide; This user guide provides the following:; Other Documents in the Library; Related documents in the library include:; I n t r o d u c t i o n
Chapter 1 Introduction 7 About This Guide Purpose This user guide provides the following: • Configuration and administration procedures • Configuration examples Audience This guide is intended for the person responsible for configuring and administering device server. It assumes that this person has...
Page 8 - Setup Overview; Before beginning setup, consider the following:; Step B: Set Up the Hardware; Connect peripherals to serial ports. See the Cable Guide on the; Step C: Install and Setup Digi Port Authority-Remote; See the following for more information:
8 Chapter 1 Introduction Setup Overview Following is an overview of the process for setting up a device in the Digi TS family of devices for use. The rest of this guide provides details on each step of the process. Step A: Plan Before beginning setup, consider the following: • How to assign an IP ad...
Page 9 - Step F: Configure Other Features as Required; See the following for information on setting up other features:; Supported Devices; This manual provides information on the following Digi devices:; About Configuration Methods; Configure the Digi Device with the Wizard
Chapter 1 Introduction 9 Step F: Configure Other Features as Required See the following for information on setting up other features: • "PPP Settings" on page 31 • "Configuring Autoconnection" on page 43 • "Configuring IP Routing" on page 47 • "Configuring Security Featur...
Page 10 - Downloading a Configuration File; Accessing the Configuration from the Web Interface
10 Chapter 1 Introduction Downloading a Configuration File With this method, you configure a Digi device and then do the following: 1. Download an existing configuration file to a host system. 2. Edit the file with specific configuration using a text editor. 3. Upload the file to the device server. ...
Page 11 - Feature
Chapter 1 Introduction 11 Modem Emulation Digi One TS PortServer TS 2/4 MEI PortServer TS 2/4 Wireless PortServer TS 1 + Modem PortServer TS 3 + Modem PortServer TS 8/16 Serial Port > Port Profile > Modem Emulation Embedded Modem PortServer TS 1 + Modem PortServer TS 3 + Modem Serial Port >...
Page 13 - Options for Configuring the IP Address and Mask; Chapter 2; C o n f i g u r i n g t h e I P A d d r e s s
Chapter 2 Configuring the IP Address 13 The next step in the device configuration process is to configure an IP address and access the device for more advanced configurations. You must set the initial IP before you can use the web interface. Once the IP is set, the device can be accessed through the...
Page 14 - Configuring the IP Address with Digi Port Authority-Remote; Configuring the IP Address Using ARP-Ping; Assumptions
14 Chapter 2 Configuring the IP Address Configuring the IP Address with Digi Port Authority-Remote Use this section to configure an initial IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway using Digi Port Authority-Remote. This procedure cannot be used to change the IP address, but only to assign the in...
Page 15 - Procedure; Configuring an IP Address using DHCP and RARP; About DHCP and RARP; Accessing the Digi Device
Chapter 2 Configuring the IP Address 15 Procedure 1. Record the MAC address of the Digi device. The MAC address is on the back of the unit. 2. Access a server on the same subnet as the Digi device. 3. Manually update the server’s ARP table using the Digi device’s MAC address and the IP address you w...
Page 16 - Apply; to save your changes and Reboot; when you are ready for the changes to take effect.
16 Chapter 2 Configuring the IP Address button in the upper right corner is also available. From the web interface, you make any changes you need for your configuration. Remember to click Apply to save your changes and Reboot when you are ready for the changes to take effect.
Page 17 - root; in order to make any; Network Settings; Click Network to view the IP settings or make any changes to the IP; C o n f i g u r a t i o n
Chapter 3 Configuration 17 The next step in the device setup process is to configure the network and serial port settings. In order to access the web interface an IP address must be assigned. It is assumed you have logged onto the web interface using the username, root and password, dbps in order to...
Page 18 - Procedure for Using a Name Server
18 Chapter 3 Configuration Adjust the network settings to fit your configuration needs. If you need additional information use the Help button on the top right hand corner of the configuration screen. 3. Click Apply to save any changes you make. 4. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. Procedure ...
Page 19 - Configuring the Serial Ports; Change Profile; Service
Chapter 3 Configuration 19 6. Click Apply . 7. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. Configuring the Serial Ports 1. Click Serial Ports under Configuration. 2. Click the port number that you want to configure. 3. Click Change Profile and select a profile based on the device you have connected to ...
Page 20 - to save the profile. The interface will determine any; Help; Click Reboot for changes to take effect.
20 Chapter 3 Configuration Note: The ‘More’ link will describe the profiles with additional information. Note: Profiles appear depending on your device. Naturally, if you do not have a device capable of a specific profile such as Power Management or Wireless, you will not have that particular profil...
Page 21 - Port Profiles; RealPort
Chapter 3 Configuration 21 Port Profiles Each port profile determines the settings needed. The following screenshots of each profile show the port settings. For a complete description of each profile click the Help button. RealPort Installed on a network-based PC, RealPort emulates a serial port. Th...
Page 22 - TCP Sockets
22 Chapter 3 Configuration TCP Sockets TCP socket communication enables serial devices to communicate with each other over an Ethernet network as though they were connected by a serial cable. Configuring TCP socket communications involves configuring the Digi device for the following types of connec...
Page 23 - Serial Bridging
Chapter 3 Configuration 23 Note: The serial parameters for two connecting devices must match meaning if one device is set for 9600 bps, the other device must be set for the same rate. Serial Bridging A serial bridge is a network connection between two serial devices, each of which uses a device serv...
Page 24 - Printer; This profile allows you to connect to a terminal to the serial port.
24 Chapter 3 Configuration Printer This profile allows you to connect a printer to a serial port. Use this profile if you intend to print using the lpd protocol on your UNIX system. Note: Refer to your UNIX User Guide for tips on configuring the print spooler on your UNIX system. Terminal This profi...
Page 25 - Industrial Automation; There are 3 types of modem profiles:
Chapter 3 Configuration 25 Industrial Automation The Industrial Automation (IA) Profile allows you to connect IA devices and PLCs to the serial port in order to network-enable the devices. Use this profile if you need to communicate over the network with an IA device or PLC that only uses serial pro...
Page 26 - Modem Emulation
26 Chapter 3 Configuration modem is embedded in port one and uses the standard AT command set. See the Documentation on the Digi CD for the complete AT Command Reference. Modem Emulation Modem Emulation allows you to configure the serial port to act as a modem. The Digi device emulates modem respons...
Page 27 - Power Management
Chapter 3 Configuration 27 Power Management The Power Controller feature allows the administrators of the Digi CM to use console management to control power functions. Power control consists of three basic functions: on, off, and reboot (power cycle).There are two typical scenarios when using a powe...
Page 28 - Custom
28 Chapter 3 Configuration Custom This profile allows you to see all settings and set them accordingly. Use this profile only if your application does not fit into any of the predefined port profiles.
Page 29 - User Configuration; Whether the user is required to supply a password.; Common User Features; Next
Chapter 3 Configuration 29 User Configuration Although it is not required, the device server is often configured to accommodate the requirements of particular users. Typical configurable user attributes include: • Whether the user is required to supply a password. • Autoconnection attributes, such a...
Page 30 - Security Configuration; Network Security
30 Chapter 3 Configuration 4. Select the Ports to manage or the Autoconnect function if needed and click Next . 5. Review settings and click Finish . The Advanced tab under User allows you to set Escape characters for Connect, Telnet, Rlogin, and Kill as well as an SSH Public Key. Click Apply to sav...
Page 31 - RADIUS; System Configuration; PPP Settings
Chapter 3 Configuration 31 users.Normal: all services are available.Custom, which means you can select services to turn off.The default service level is Normal. 4. Click RADIUS and select Authenticate users via RADIUS server. 5. Enter the appropriate IP address and secret and click Apply . The secre...
Page 32 - Outgoing Connections; Enter the appropriate parameters and click; Click Reboot for changes to take effect.; Advanced PPP
32 Chapter 3 Configuration 5. Enter the appropriate parameters and click Apply . 6. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. For outgoing connections, CHAP or PAP authentication, password configuration, follow the procedure for Outgoing Connections. 1. Click Outgoing Connections Note: CHAP authentic...
Page 33 - About Autoconnection
Chapter 3 Configuration 33 5. Select Enable Dynamic Routing (RIPv1) 6. Select the passive or active route setting. 7. Select the Process ARP requests if appropriate. 8. Click Apply . 9. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. About Autoconnection The autoconnection feature allows you to configure a...
Page 34 - Configuring a User for Autoconnection; New User; and Verify the settings.; Finish
34 Chapter 3 Configuration Configuring a User for Autoconnection 1. Click Users from the menu. 2. Choose New User . 3. Enter a username and then click Next . 4. Select the “Terminal/Terminal Emulation” user profile and click Next 5. Select Automatically connect to a ... Be sure to specify the follow...
Page 35 - About RealPort; RealPort Advantages; RealPort provides the following advantages:; Configuring the RealPort Software; Chapter 4; S e t t i n g U p R e a l P o r t
Chapter 4 Setting Up RealPort 35 The next step in the device setup process is to configure RealPort. This section provides a brief introduction to RealPort. If you use the wizard, follow the steps in the pop-up after selecting the Incoming scenario. About RealPort What is RealPort? RealPort is a fea...
Page 37 - Configuration Considerations; Using Ethernet; Select the wireless device and assign the IP address.; S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s : W i r e l e s s
Chapter 5 Special Features: Wireless 37 Use this chapter for the initial configuration of your Digi Wireless device. After the initial configuration, the device can be configured using the same methods as the other Digi TS family products. Configuration Considerations The Digi wireless devices work ...
Page 38 - Select the device and click Configure to launch your browser.; Enter the username; and password; dbps; and click; Wireless LAN
38 Chapter 5 Special Features: Wireless 7. Select the device and click Configure to launch your browser. 8. Enter the username root and password dbps and click OK. The home screen appears. 9. Click Network > Wireless LAN
Page 39 - Click Reboot for changes to take effect.; Advanced Network Settings,; enter any additional parameters needed
Chapter 5 Special Features: Wireless 39 10. .Enter parameters, click Apply to save. 11. Click Reboot for changes to take effect. 12. Click Advanced Network Settings, enter any additional parameters needed and click Apply to save.. 13. Unplug the Ethernet cable from the Digi device, disconnect the po...
Page 41 - Embedded Modem; Configuring the PortServer TS 1/3 + Modem; Chapter 6; S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s : E m b e d d e d M o d e m
Chapter 6 Special Features: Embedded Modem 41 Embedded Modem The PortServer TS 1+ Modem and PortServer TS 3 + Modem functions as both terminal server and modem. The embedded modem can be used with PPP, dial-out, or auto answer and conforms to the standard AT command interface. The PortServer TS 1 + ...
Page 43 - Chapter 7; S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s : M o d e m E m u l a t i o n
Chapter 7 Special Features: Modem Emulation 43 Modem Emulation The following Digi TS Family products include Modem emulation: • Digi One TS • Digi One TS Wireless • PortServer TS 2/4 MEI • PortServer TS 2/4 Wireless • PortServer TS 1/3 + Modem Note: Port one on the PortServer TS 1/3 + Modem is an ac...
Page 44 - connects to the IP Address of the server when an; Modem Emulation Cable Signals; User Scenario-Diagram B
44 Chapter 7 Special Features: Modem Emulation connects to the IP Address of the server when an ATDT ipaddress:port ( ATDT 192.168.25.5:50001 ) command is issued. Once the remote device establishes the TCP connection, a CONNECT message is sent to the serial port and only then does the Digi device sw...
Page 45 - Scenarios for Modem Emulation; Outgoing Modem Emulation Connection; and the connection is established.; Modem Emulation Pooling; Originating, Answering, and Disconnecting Calls; Serial Device
Chapter 7 Special Features: Modem Emulation 45 DSR and DTR on the serial device side are connected to the DSR signal of the Digi device. Scenarios for Modem Emulation Outgoing Modem Emulation Connection Serial device sends ATDx.x.x.x:y command, which triggers the device server to establish a telnet ...
Page 46 - Originating Calls; Disconnecting Calls-Digi Device Server; Modem Emulation AT Command Set; AT
46 Chapter 7 Special Features: Modem Emulation In the following table, the Digi device server receives a request for a connection. Originating Calls To send data to a Digi device server, enter the following information for your application replacing the telephone number with the Digi device server’s...
Page 47 - Function
Chapter 7 Special Features: Modem Emulation 47 ATD<IP>:<TCP PORT> This command directs the Digi Device Server to go on-line, dial according to the IP address entered as follow 191.1.2.3:12 and attempt to establish a TCP connection. If no dial string is supplied, the Digi Device Server wi...
Page 50 - There is no NVRAM support currently.
50 Chapter 7 Special Features: Modem Emulation AT&Rn RTS/CTS Option This selects how the Digi Device Server controls CTS. CTS is modified if hardware flow control is selected (see &K command). The parameter value, if valid, is written to S21 bit2. &R0CTS reflects the ability of the modem...
Page 59 - Serial Power Feature; RI Power In; Chapter 8; S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s : P o w e r O v e r t h e S e r i a l
Chapter 8 Special Features: Power Over the Serial Ports 59 Serial Power Feature The Serial Power feature available for the Digi One TS, PortServer TS 2 MEI, and PortServer TS 4 MEI allows the Digi device to power a serial device (power out) or use a serial device to power the Digi device (power in)....
Page 60 - Open the device unit enclosure and move the black jumper to the; RI Power Out; Enable the RI power through the web interface.; Configuring DTR Power; Power Out
60 Chapter 8 Special Features: Power Over the Serial Ports 1. Open the device unit enclosure and move the black jumper to the following settings:P-6 jumper on pins 1 and 2 2. Close the device unit enclosure. RI Power Out Ring Indicator (RI) power out is available on all ports. The total power budget...
Page 61 - Display the status of the circuit breaker; Reset the circuit breaker; Serial Power Table; Use this table for summary information for a serial power setup.
Chapter 8 Special Features: Power Over the Serial Ports 61 2. Open the port and set DTR high. If you are having trouble with your unit after using the Power over port feature, you may have tripped the circuit breaker in the unit. You can identify this by the RI or DTR signal indicators found in the ...
Page 63 - The structure of Modbus messages; Configuring Industrial Automation with Modbus; Packet Routing; Add; S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s : I A ( I n d u s t r i a l
Chapter 9 Special Features: IA (Industrial Automation) 63 Industrial Automation (IA) uses the Modbus protocol that defines how devices in an IA environment communicate. It specifies that a controlling unit, called a master, manages one or more units, called slaves. Only the master may initiate commu...
Page 65 - About SNMP and the Device Server Agent; Network Management Components; S p e c i a l F e a t u r e s : S N M P
Chapter 10 Special Features: SNMP 65 This chapter describes the configuring SNMP, the network management protocol that governs the exchange between nodes and stations. About SNMP and the Device Server Agent This section introduces SNMP and network management in TCP/IP networks and it describes the d...
Page 66 - Message Support; Configuration Procedure: Web Interface
66 Chapter 10 Special Features: SNMP • Read-write for MIB II (RFC 1213), which is an Internet-standard MIB, consisting of managed objects from the systems, interfaces, IP, ICMP, TCP, UDP, transmission, and SNMP group • Read-write for the character-stream devices using SMIv2 MIB (RFC 1658) • Read-wri...
Page 67 - Upgrading the Firmware; HTTP or TFTP Upgrade Procedure; Update; Copying the Configuration to and from a Remote Host; When To Use Remote Configuration; Backup File; Save; Restore; C o n f i g u r a t i o n M a n a g e m e n t
Chapter 11 Configuration Management 67 This chapter describes configuration-management activities, including firmware upgrades and restoring the device configuration to defaults. Upgrading the Firmware Firmware upgrades can be performed from the web interface, using HTTP or FTP. HTTP or TFTP Upgrade...
Page 68 - Open; TFTP Procedure; TFTP Server; Resetting Configuration to Defaults
68 Chapter 11 Configuration Management 7. Enter the location of the configuration file saved in step 4 and click Open . TFTP Procedure 1. Ensure that TFTP is running on the remote host. 2. Access the web interface by entering the device server IP address in a browser’s URL window. 3. Log on to the d...
Page 69 - Interpreting the LEDs; LEDs; R e f e r e n c e a n d C e r t i f i c a t i o n s; LED; LED Activity
Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications 69 Interpreting the LEDs LEDs LED Diagnostics Chapter 12 R e f e r e n c e a n d C e r t i f i c a t i o n s LED Color State Indicates Power Green (labeled PWR) On Power detected Steady blinking Waiting for an IP address Blinking 1-1-1 Starting the EOS Blinkin...
Page 70 - Safety Statements
70 Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications Device EIA 232/422/485 Switch Settings Note: MEI Switch settings apply only to Digi One TS, PortServer TS 2/4 MEI, and the Wireless Family. RJ-45 Pinouts Safety Statements PortServer TS 8/16 WARNING: To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover of thi...
Page 71 - Rack Mounting Installation (PortServer TS 16 Rack and DC Rack)
Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications 71 Rack Mounting Installation (PortServer TS 16 Rack and DC Rack) • Distribute weight evenly in the rack to avoid overloading. • Ensure proper ventilation with at least 12 inches (30 centimeters) of clearance on all sides. • Check equipment nameplate ratings b...
Page 72 - Specifications; Power Requirements
72 Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications • Installation of inside wire may bring you close to electrical wire, conduit, terminals and other electrical facilities. Extreme caution must be used to avoid electrical shock from such facilities. You must avoid contact with all such facilities. • Telepho...
Page 75 - V.44 Error Correction; Mechanical
Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications 75 PortServer TS 1/3 + Modem • ITU-T V.92/V.90/56K (-92 build option) • V.34/V.33.6 (-34 build option • V.32 bis/14.4K (-32 build option) • V.22 bis/2400 baud (-22 build option) • V.22 • V.23 • V.21 • Bell 212A and Bell 103 • V.44 Error Correction • V.42 LAPM,...
Page 76 - Regulatory Notices
76 Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications Regulatory Notices PortServer 1/3 + Modem Electromagnetic Emissions • FCC Part 15 Subpart B, Class B • EN55022 Class B • AS/NZS 3548 • VCCI • EN61000-3-2 • EN61000-3-3 Electromagnetic Immunity • EN55024:1998 Safety • UL/CUL 60950-1 • IEC60950 • EN60950 Powe...
Page 78 - Certifications; Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
78 Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications Certifications FCC Part 15 Class A (PortServer TS 8) Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital devices pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are design...
Page 79 - Maximum Permissible Exposure (Wireless only); Digi International declares, that the product:
Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications 79 Maximum Permissible Exposure (Wireless only) To comply with Maximum Permissible Exposure requirements, antennas must be installed to provide at least 20 cm of separation from all persons per FCC 47 CFR 2.1091. Declaration of Conformity (in accordance with F...
Page 80 - Digi Contact Information
80 Chapter 12 Reference and Certifications Digi Contact Information Digi International11001 Bren Road EastMinnetonka, MN 55343U.S.A. Digi Contacts World Wide Web: http://digi.com email [email protected] Telephone (U.S.) 1-952-912-3444 Telephone (other locations) (+011) 952-912-3444