Hardware Installation and Configuration

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Hardware Installation and Configuration

This section includes the following topics:

• “Determine Installation Location” on page 27

• “Connect the Power” on page 27

• “Complete Initial Setup Configuration” on page 27

• “Connect the X5 to the Internet” on page 28

• “Register the X5 Device” on page 28

Determine Installation Location

The X5 is a compact device that does not require rack installation. Place it in a location with adequate

ventilation. Do not block or cover it with any other devices or objects.

Connect the Power

The X5 includes a 5V DC power supply. Use only the supplied power supply. Do not use other power

supplies with the X5 device.

STEP 1

Plug the power supply into the input connector on the front of the X5 device.

STEP 2

Plug the power supply into an AC outlet, power strip, or UPS.

Complete Initial Setup Configuration

STEP 1

Configure your computer’s network connection to receive an IP address by DHCP.

STEP 2

Use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer directly to the X5 LAN port. Your computer

will receive an IP address from the X5 device.

STEP 3

In your PC’s internet browser, connect to the X5 default LAN address (https://192.168.1.254).

STEP 4

The OBE wizard opens. Take these steps:

STEP A

Accept the default security level of Level 2.

STEP B

Specify the SuperUser account information at the prompt:

•User Name

•Password

• Confirm password

STEP C

Accept the default settings in the rest of the Setup Wizard: Select No at the prompt.

STEP D

Depending on your internet connectivity, you may need to update your WAN set-

tings in the Virtual Interfaces setup screen.

CAUTION: The X5 device may take several minutes to boot up. When the Status LED is

steady green, the device is powered up and ready to use.