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Serial port Configure Application mode
Digi Connect EZ Mini User Guide
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2. At the command line, type config to enter configuration mode:
> config
(config)>
3. The serial port is enabled by default. To disable:
(config)> serial port1 enable false
(config)>
4. Set the mode:
(config)> serial port1 mode application
(config)>
5. Enable Altpin to use the Altpin feature. Altpin is disabled by default.
(config)> serial port1 altpin true
(config)>
This feature should be enabled when you are using a modem and an 8-pin cable and you need
CD(Carrier Detect). When enabled, the DTR on pin 1 drives DCD.
If altpin is disabled, the hardware signal on RJ45 pin 1 becomes DSR instead of DCD. This
alternative can be used if DCD is not required, and DSR is needed instead.
6. Set the signaling interface type used on this serial port:
n rs-232
l Enable rts_toggle if you want to enable RTStoggling during transmission on this
serial port. If enabled, this setting overrides RTS\CTSflow control:
(config)> serial port1 rts_toggle true
(config)>
l For rts_pre_delay, enter the amount of time RTSis asserted before starting data
transmission. The time is measured in milliseconds. The default is 0ms:
(config)> serial port1 "rts_pre_delay value
(config)>
l For rts_post_delay, enter the amount of time RTSis deasserted before completing
data transmission. The time is measured in milliseconds. The default is 0ms:
(config)> serial port1 rts_post_delay value
(config)>
n rs-422
l Enable Termination if you want to enable electrical termination on this serial port.
n rs-485
l Enable termination if you want to enable electrical termination on this serial port:
(config)> serial port1 termination true
(config)>

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Digi Connect EZ Mini Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorARM9
ModelConnect EZ Mini
ConnectivityWired
Data Link ProtocolEthernet, Fast Ethernet
Serial InterfaceRS-232
Network Ports1 x RJ-45
Operating SystemLinux
Power SupplyExternal
Operating Temperature-40 to 85 °C
Storage Temperature-40°C to 85°C
Humidity5% to 95% non-condensing
Ports1 x RJ-45 Serial Port , 1 x RJ-45 Ethernet Port

Summary

Get started with Connect EZ

Connect equipment to the Connect EZ serial port

Connect external equipment to the device's serial port for console access.

Hardware

Details about the device's top panel, bottom panel, and back panel.

Firmware configuration

Review Connect EZ default settings

View default settings via Local WebUI or Digi Remote Manager.

Change the default password for the admin user

Procedure to change the default password for the admin user account.

Configuration methods

Overview of configuration methods: Web interface, Command line.

Access the terminal screen from the web UI

Accessing the device's CLI through the Web UI's terminal interface.

Using the command line

Using the device's command-line interface for configuration and management.

Interfaces

Define a static IP address

Configure a static IP address for the Connect EZ device.

Wide Area Networks (WANs)

Preconfigured WAN interface (ETH1) and options to create new WANs.

Serial port

Details on serial port modes, configuration, and information.

Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

IPsec

Configuration of secure communication links using IPsec tunnels.

OpenVPN

Configuration of OpenVPN server and clients.

Generic Routing Encapsulation (GRE)

Configuration of GRE tunnels for routing networks and routes.

Dynamic Multipoint VPN (DMVPN)

Configuration for DMVPN spoke setup.

L2TP

Support for PPP-over-L2TP connections.

L2TPv3 Ethernet

Configuration of L2TPv3 static unmanaged Ethernet tunnels.

Services

Allow remote access for web administration and SSH

Enabling remote access for web administration and SSH services.

Configure the web administration service

Setting up the web administration service for monitoring and configuration.

Configure SSH access

Enabling or disabling SSH access and configuring access control.

Use SSH with key authentication

Using SSH keys for more secure user authentication.

Configure telnet access

Enabling or disabling the telnet service.

Configure DNS

Configuring the device's caching DNS server.

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

Configuring SNMP for remote management and monitoring.

Location information

Configuring location sources and forwarding location data.

Modbus gateway

Configuring the device to function as a Modbus gateway.

System time

Configuring device time synchronization with NTP servers.

Network Time Protocol

Enabling NTP service and configuring upstream NTP servers.

Configure a multicast route

Configuring multicast routing to transmit data to a single multicast address.

Enable service discovery (mDNS)

Enabling Multicast DNS to resolve host names in small networks.

Use the iPerf service

Using iPerf3 server to test network performance.

Configure the ping responder service

Configuring the ping responder service for ICMP echo requests.

Applications

Develop Python applications

Using Python 3.6 for software development and device interaction.

Set up the Connect EZ for Python development

Steps to set up the Connect EZ for Python development.

Create and test a Python application

Creating, building, and launching Python applications on the device.

Use digidevice.cli to execute CLI commands

Executing CLI commands from Python using the digidevice.cli module.

Use digidevice.datapoint to upload custom datapoints to Digi Remote Manager

Uploading custom datapoints to Digi Remote Manager using Python.

Use digidevice.config for device configuration

Accessing and modifying device configuration using Python.

Use Python to respond to Digi Remote Manager SCI requests

Responding to Digi Remote Manager SCI requests using Python.

Use digidevice.runt to access the runtime database

Accessing and modifying the device runtime database using Python.

Use Python to upload the device name to Digi Remote Manager

Uploading custom device names to Digi Remote Manager using Python.

Use Python to access the device location data

Accessing device location data using the digidevice.location module.

Use Python to set the maintenance window

Setting the service state of a device using the maintenance module.

Use Python to send and receive SMS messages

Sending and receiving SMS messages using digidevice.sms module.

Use Python to access serial ports

Accessing serial ports using the Python serial module.

Use the Paho MQTT python library

Connecting to an MQTT broker using the Paho MQTT Python library.

Set up the Connect EZ to automatically run your applications

Configuring scripts to run automatically on device restart, interval, or time.

Configure scripts to run manually

Manually running scripts or Python applications.

Start a manual script

Starting a script that is enabled and configured with a Manual run mode.

User authentication

Connect EZ user authentication

Features and default configuration for Connect EZ user authentication.

User authentication methods

How users are authenticated: local, RADIUS, TACACS+, LDAP.

Add a new authentication method

Adding new authentication methods like local, RADIUS, TACACS+, or LDAP.

Delete an authentication method

Deleting an authentication method from the list.

Rearrange the position of authentication methods

Reordering authentication methods to change the attempt order.

Authentication groups

Assigning access rights to users via groups.

Local users

Authenticating users locally on the device.

Terminal Access Controller Access-Control System Plus (TACACS+)

Configuring TACACS+ for centralized user authentication.

Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS)

Configuring RADIUS for centralized user authentication.

LDAP

Configuring LDAP for centralized user authentication and authorization.

Configure serial authentication

Configuring authentication for serial access.

Disable shell access

Prohibiting access to the shell prompt for all authentication groups.

Set the idle timeout for Connect EZ users

Configuring the idle timeout before automatic user disconnection.

Example user configuration

Examples of user configuration scenarios.

Firewall

Firewall configuration

Overview of firewall configuration options including zones, port forwarding, packet filtering.

Port forwarding rules

Configuring rules to direct incoming traffic to the proper device on a LAN.

Packet filtering

Creating rules to determine whether to accept, reject, or drop network connections.

Configure custom firewall rules

Installing advanced firewall rules using scripts.

Configure Quality of Service options

Managing traffic performance using QoS options for various services.

Web filtering

Controlling access to services by forwarding DNS traffic to a web filtering service.

System administration

Review device status

Viewing system status and statistics via WebUI or command line.

Configure system information

Configuring device name, contact, location, description, and banner.

Update system firmware

Updating the device's operating system firmware.

Reboot your Connect EZ device

Rebooting the device immediately or scheduling a reboot.

Erase device configuration and reset to factory defaults

Clearing configuration, user files, logs, and resetting to factory defaults.

Locate the device by using the Find Me feature

Using the Find Me feature to locate the device via blinking LEDs.

Configuration files

Managing device configuration files for backup and restore.

Schedule system maintenance tasks

Configuring tasks to run during a maintenance window.

Disable device encryption

Disabling device cryptography for shipping unused devices.

Re-enable cryptography after it has been disabled.

Re-enabling device cryptography after it was disabled.

Configure the speed of your Ethernet port

Configuring the speed of the device's Ethernet port.

Configure the system watchdog

Configuring the advanced watchdog for system monitoring and reboot.

Monitoring

intelliFlow

Reporting and graphical tool for network data usage and traffic.

Use intelliFlow to display average CPU and RAM usage

Displaying average CPU and RAM usage through intelliFlow charts.

Use intelliFlow to display top data usage information

Displaying top data usage by host, server, or service.

Use intelliFlow to display data usage by host over time

Generating charts for host data usage over time.

Configure NetFlow Probe

Configuring NetFlow probe to export network traffic statistics.

Central management

Digi Remote Manager support

Overview of Digi Remote Manager for remote device management.

Log into Digi Remote Manager

Steps to sign up and log into the Digi Remote Manager account.

Use Digi Remote Manager to view and manage your device

Accessing and managing devices through the Digi Remote Manager interface.

Add a device to Digi Remote Manager

Registering a new device with the Digi Remote Manager account.

Configure multiple Connect EZ devices by using Digi Remote Manager configurations

Managing multiple devices using Digi Remote Manager configurations.

View Digi Remote Manager connection status

Viewing the current Digi Remote Manager connection status.

File system

The Connect EZ local file system

Overview of available space and writable directories in the filesystem.

Display directory contents

Displaying directory contents using WebUI or Admin CLI.

Create a directory

Creating a new directory using the mkdir command.

Display file contents

Displaying the contents of a file using the more command.

Copy a file or directory

Copying a file or directory using the cp command.

Move or rename a file or directory

Moving or renaming a file or directory using the mv command.

Delete a file or directory

Deleting a file or directory using the rm command.

Upload and download files

Downloading and uploading files using WebUI or command line (SCP/SFTP).

Upload and download files by using the Secure Copy command

Copying files between the Connect EZ device and a remote host using SCP.

Upload and download files using SFTP

Transferring files between a remote host and the Connect EZ device using SFTP.

Diagnostics

Perform a speedtest

Performing a speed test to a remote host using nuttcp or iPerf.

Generate a support report

Generating and downloading a support report for troubleshooting.

View system and event logs

Viewing system and event logs through the WebUI or command line.

Configure syslog servers

Configuring remote syslog servers for storing event and system logs.

Configure options for the event and system logs

Configuring heartbeat interval and event categories for logging.

Analyze network traffic

Using the network analyzer tool to capture and analyze network traffic.

Use the ping command to troubleshoot network connections

Using the ping command to troubleshoot network connectivity.

Use the traceroute command to diagnose IP routing problems

Using the traceroute command to diagnose IP routing issues.

Digi Connect EZ regulatory and safety statements

RF exposure statement

RF exposure limits and user distance from antenna.

Federal Communication (FCC) Part 15 Class A

FCC compliance statements for Class A devices.

European Community - CE Mark Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Digi's Declarations of Conformity for emissions, EMC, and safety.

CE and UKCA OEM labeling requirements

Requirements for affixing CE and UKCA markings to the product.

RoHS compliance statement

Statement regarding RoHS compliance of Digi International Inc. products.

Safety notices

Important safety instructions for installation and operation.

Cautionary statements for Connect EZ

Cautionary statements, including residential environment warnings.

Product disposal instructions

Instructions for proper recycling of electrical and electronic products.

Command line interface

Access the command line interface

Accessing the device's command line via SSH, telnet, or serial connection.

Log in to the command line interface

Logging into the device's command line interface.

Exit the command line interface

Exiting the Connect EZ command line interface.

Execute a command from the web interface

Executing CLI commands via the WebUI's terminal interface.

Display help for commands and parameters

Displaying help for commands and parameters using 'help' or '?'.

Auto-complete commands and parameters

Using Tab key or space bar for command auto-completion.

Available commands

List of commands available from the Admin CLI prompt.

Use the scp command

Transferring files between Connect EZ device and remote host via SCP.

Display status and statistics using the show command

Displaying status and statistics for various features using 'show' command.

Device configuration using the command line interface

Configuring the device using the 'config' command.

Configuration mode

Entering and using configuration mode for multiple tasks.

Move within the configuration schema

Navigating within the configuration schema using commands.

Manage elements in lists

Using add, del, and move commands to manage list elements.

The revert command

Reverting configuration changes to default settings.

Enter strings in configuration commands

Entering string values in configuration commands, using quotes for spaces.

Command line reference

Reference for available command line commands and parameters.

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