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XPort® Pro Lx6 Embedded Device Server User Guide 16
3: Using DeviceInstaller
This chapter covers the steps for locating a XPort Pro Lx6 unit and viewing its properties and
device details. DeviceInstaller application is a free utility program provided by Lantronix that
discovers, configures, upgrades and manages Lantronix device servers.
Notes:
For instructions on using DeviceInstaller to configure the IP address and related
settings or for more advanced features, see the DeviceInstaller Online Help.
Auto IP generates a random IP address in the range of 169.254.0.1 to
169.254.255.254, with a netmask of 255.255.0.0, if no BOOTP or DHCP server is
found. These addresses are not routable.
Accessing XPort Pro Lx6 Using DeviceInstaller
Note: Make note of the MAC address. It may be needed to perform various functions in
DeviceInstaller.
To use the DeviceInstaller utility, first install the latest version from the downloads page on the
Lantronix web site www.lantronix.com/downloads
.
1. Run the executable to start the installation process and respond to the installation wizard
prompts. (If prompted to select an installation type, select Typical.)
2. Click Start -> All Programs -> Lantronix -> DeviceInstaller 4.3 -> DeviceInstaller.
3. When DeviceInstaller starts, it will perform a network device search. To perform another
search, click Search.
4. Expand the XPort folder by clicking the + symbol next to the folder icon. The list of available
Lantronix XPort Pro Lx6 devices appears.
5. Select the XPort Pro Lx6 unit by expanding its entry and clicking on its IP address to view its
configuration.
6. On the right page, click the Device Details tab. The current XPort Pro Lx6 configuration
appears. This is only a subset of the full configuration; the full configuration may be accessed
via Web Manager, CLI or XML.
Device Detail Summary
Note: The settings are Display Only in this table unless otherwise noted
Current Settings Description
Name Shows “XPort Pro Lx6”.
DHCP Device Name
Displays one of the names the XPort Pro Lx6 will send to the DHCP server
if it is configured to obtain an address in this manner.