Connecting the MP to the Customer LAN

Connect one end of the RJ-45 LAN cable to the LAN port on the MP.

Figure 2-34 MP LAN Connection Location

Connect the other end of the LAN cable to the customer-designated LAN port. Obtain the IP address for the MP from the customer.

From the MP Command Menu prompt (MP:CM>), enter lc (for LAN Configuration).

The screen displays the default values and asks if you want to modify them. It is a good idea to write down the information, as it may be required for future troubleshooting.

If you are not already in the Command Menu, enter ma to return to the Main Menu, then enter cm

When you enter lc, the following screen appears:

Figure 2-35 LAN Configuration Screen

If the LAN software on the MP is working properly, it should see the message: “LAN status: UP and RUNNING.” The value in the “IP address” field has been set at the factory. You will need to get the customer LAN IP addresses from the customer.

	NOTE: The customer LAN IP address is designated LAN Port 0.

The prompt will ask if you want to modify the LAN port 0; enter y.

The current Customer IP address is shown; then the following prompt appears: Do you want to modify it? (Y/[N])

Enter y.

Enter the new IP address.

The customer should provide this address for LAN Port 0.

Confirm the new address.

Enter the MP Network Name.

This is the host name for the customer LAN. You can use any name you like. The name can be as many as 64 characters, and include alpha numerics, - (dash), _ (under bar), . (period), or a space. It is recommended that the name be a derivative of the complex name. For example, Acme.com_MP.

Enter the LAN parameters for Subnet mask and Gateway address.

This information should come from the customer.

To check the LAN parameters and status, enter the ls command at the MP Command Menu prompt (MP:CM>).

A screen similar to the following appears:

Figure 2-36 The ls Command Screen

To return to the MP main menu, enter ma.

To exit the MP, enter x at the MP main menu.