USER MANUAL Dual Ethernet I/O Module Installation and ... - Sixnet

Section 3Setting theNetworkJumperJumper SettingsThis jumper sets the network configuration for the two (“dual”) Ethernet ports.Network Mode Jumper LocationThe Network Mode jumper is located on the wiring base assembly. To locate the jumper, youmust first remove the I/O module from the wiring base. To do this, you must first unsnap thetwo red-colored quick-lock tabs located at each end of the module using a small flat-tip screwdriver. Carefully pull the module from the base to reveal the Network Mode jumper.Network Mode Jumper LocationFigure 3-1IMPORTANT: Before connecting the I/O Module to an Ethernet network,it is necessary to first set the Network Mode jumper toinsure that unwanted connection paths are not created.NOTE: The jumper is located on the base so that the replacement of a module orinadvertent change in configuration will not adversely affect the network.Network ModeThis jumper sets network configuration for the two (or “dual”) Ethernet ports on the base. Oneof three modes can be set:Pass-thru (EthernetMessage Pass-thru)An unmanaged switch in the module passes Ethernettraffic between the ports. This option allows I/O modulesto be daisy-chained without the need for externalEthernet switches.EtherTRAK-2 I/O Module User Manual Page 9 of 37 Last Revised: 05-NOV-2010Sixnet Technology Park 331 Ushers Ballston Lake, NY 12019 USA +1-518-877-5173 support@sixnet.com