This chapter explains how to use ADAM Ethernet I/O Utility to configure the ADAM-6000 modules for
various applications. Users can learn the hardware connection, software installation, communication
setting and every procedure for system configuration from these sections.
5-1 System Hardware Configuration
As we mentioned in chapter 3-1, you will need following items to complete your system hardware
configuration.
System Requirement
Host computer
- IBM PC compatible computer with 486 CPU (Pentium is recommended)
- Microsoft 95/98/2000/NT 4.0 (SP3 or SP4) or higher versions
- At least 32 MB RAM
- 20 MB of hard disk space available
- VGA color monitor
- 2x or higher speed CD-ROM
- Mouse or other pointing devices
- 10 or 100 Mbps Ethernet Card
10 or 100 Mbps Ethernet Hub (at least 2 ports)
Two Ethernet Cable with RJ-45 connector
Power supply for ADAM-6000 (+10 to +30 V unregulated)
Make sure to prepare all of the items above, then connect the power and network wiring as figure 5-1.
Figure 5.1 Hardware Configuration