Helmholz NETLink User Manual

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Version
3
Quick Start Guide
NETL ink® Ethernet Gateways
en
as of FW 2.60

Helmholz NETLink Specifications

General

Brand	Helmholz
Model	NETLink
Category	Gateway
Language	English

Summary

Checking the Network Situation

Start cmd via "Run" function

Open command prompt using the Run dialog for network checks.

Preparing the NETLink®

Display computer's network configuration

Use ipconfig command to view PG/PC network card settings.

24 V power supply

Connect the 24 V DC power supply to the NETLink device.

TCP/IP connection

Establish network connection via Ethernet cable between PG/PC and NETLink.

Power over Ethernet connection

Termination settings

IP Address Settings on the PG/PC Network Card

Establishing Access to the Integrated Web Interface

Save individual password in NETLink®

Set a unique password for the web interface for enhanced security.

Standard login in the web interface

Change configuration via web interface

WLAN configuration (only NETLink® WLAN)

Integration into Engineering Software

Install NETLink S7 NET driver

Add adapter via "Local Connection"

Activate adapter in engineering software

Tips and Information

Update and diagnostics software SHTools

Use SHTools for firmware updates and device diagnostics.