Set an IP address for a device

You can reconfigure the IP address of a device to a DHCP address or a specified static address.

Note This feature can be used with only discovered devices. It is not enabled for known devices.

  1. Make sure the Connect EZ 8 is powered and connected your local network or computer with an Ethernet cable.

  2. Launch the Digi Navigator.

  3. A list of the devices discovered by the Digi Navigator displays. For information about how devices are discovered and how to add a device to the list, see Digi Navigator device discovery process.

  4. Find the device that you want to configure and expand it to display the IP addresses for the device.

  5. Use one of the following methods to begin reconfiguring the IP address:

    • Configuration pane: Click on the IP address to display options in the Configuration pane. Click Set IP Address. The IP Address Configuration dialog displays.

    • Shortcut menu: Right-click on an IP address to display the shortcut menu, and click Set IP Address. The IP Address Configuration dialog displays.

  6. In the IP Address Configuration dialog, enter the required information:

    • Type: From the Type list box, select an option: DHCP or Static IP address.

    • Address: Enter the IP address.

    • Default gateway: Enter the default gateway that should be used.

  7. Click OK.