Siemens Sinumerik 840DiE sl - Configuring the Network Link of PCU (LAN;WAN)

01/2007
5.6 Configuring the network link of PCU (LAN/WAN)
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SINUMERIK 840Di sl Manual (HBIsl) – 01/2007 Edition
5.6 Configuring the network link of PCU (LAN/WAN)
To perform service functions (software installation/update), the SINUMERIK
840Di sl requires an active connection to an external computer at least for the
duration of the service task.
The PTP link (peer–to–peer) to a single computer is described in Section 16.1,
Page 16-467.
The PCU basic software is preconfigured for an Ethernet network link with pro-
tocol: TCP/IP.
The settings for the local network links (Windows taskbar: Start > Settings >
Network Connections >> Local Area Connections) regarding IP address and
domain are assigned as follows:
Dialog box: Local Area Connections Properties
S Tab: General
– IP address via DHCP
Option: Obtain an IP address automatically
– Automatic DNS server address
Option: Obtain a DNS server address automatically
S Tab: Alternate Configuration
– Automatic IP address as alternative configuration
Option: Automatic private IP address
If changes have been made or a network link cannot be established, settings
regarding:
S TCP/IP protocol
S IP address and subnet mask
S Computer name and domain/workgroup
must be made and/or checked.
Note
You may have to consult your network administrator to obtain the above
information or any other information required for your current network.
PTP link
LAN/WAN link
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