Abstract

The communication serial number is a unique serial number used by the Sixnet UDR protocol in serial and IP commutations. It is essential for identifying and communicating to specific modules and is especially helpful when more than one module of the same type is used in one application. The serial number is written on the base and sometimes be covered by wires making it difficult to read. It is possible to read the serial number from the unit by connecting only to that module, using ‘single station mode’, and performing a ‘readback’ using the Sixnet I/O Tool Kit or use the I/O module web user interface.   

Products

E2-MIX24880-D/E2-MIX24882-D/E2-MIX20884-D/E2-8AO20M-D/E2-32AI20M-D/E2-32AI10V-D/E2-32DI24-D/E2-32DO24-D/E2-16AI20M-D/E2-16AI-8AO-D/E2-16DI24-D/E2-16DIAC-D/E2-16DO24-D/E2-16DORLY-D/E2-16ISO20M-D/E2-16ISOTC-D/E2-10RTD-D

Use Case: Read the serial number from the EtherTRAK-2 Module

Required Software

Sixnet I/O Tool Kit 5.0.100 or above

Web Browser – Preferably Google Chrome

Where can the serial number label place on the EtherTRAK-2 Module?

Every EtherTRAK-2 come in a Base/Module form factor. The base contains the screw terminals, DIN-RAIL clips, communication ports, and some memory for configuration storage. The module holds all I/O circuitry, LEDs, etc…

The serial number is located on the product with a white on black label on the base of the unit along with the MAC address. The IP address, serial number and MAC address are programmed in the base. The serial number and MAC address label are placed approximately where the red circle is below. When the module is installed in the cabinet with all wiring and cover connected to base the serial number label may not be visible.

Read the Serial Number from the Web User Interface

If you know the IP address of the unit and the web user interface is installed the serial number can be read from the web user interface using a web browser.

1. Open web browser and type IP address in the address bar.
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2. On the side bar on the left hand side of the screen the Serial number and MAC address will be displayed in addition to other information.
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Read the Serial Number from the Sixnet I/O Tool Kit

Either with IP (best to know the IP address programmed) or serial (USB) the Sixnet I/O Tool Kit may be used to readback the configuration. For best results connect directly to the unit with no other devices connected to the computer.  

1. Go to Device > Select. Select Ethernet or Serial parameters based on your settings. The connection must be set to “Single station.”
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2. In a new (blank) configuration file go to Operations > Readback.
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3. In the ‘Readback Setup’ window select the station type to ‘EtherTRAK2.’ Using USB no other settings are required.
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   3. When using Ethernet to communicate the IP address must be entered in addition to the “EtherTRAK2” as the “Station Type.” Broadcast is not recommended for this operation because the serial number may be required for the broadcast to be successful.
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   4. After a several seconds the configuration will be read back and the resulting configuration will show the serial number. Use this serial number in the I/O configuration.
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Disclaimer

It is the customer's responsibility to review the advice provided herein and its applicability to the system. Red Lion makes no representation about specific knowledge of the customer's system or the specific performance of the system. Red Lion is not responsible for any damage to equipment or connected systems. The use of this document is at your own risk. Red Lion standard product warranty applies.

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