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Static IP Controller Connection

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Overview

This guide explains how to connect an Integriti controller directly to a computer running the Integriti software management suite using a crossover Ethernet cable and static IP addressing. This is commonly used for bench commissioning or when a network switch is not available.

The procedure assigns static IP addresses to both the controller (192.168.1.2) and the computer (192.168.1.3), configures the controller’s NIC and communications task, and then enrols the controller into the Integriti system.

Prerequisites

  • Integriti software installed and running on the computer.
  • Administrator-level access on the computer to change network settings.
  • An Integriti controller installed per the Integriti Control Module Installation Manual.
  • One Elite terminal attached to the controller’s device LAN.
  • A network crossover cable (not a standard straight-through patch cable).
  • Controller PIN access: default [0], [1], [Ok].

Step-by-Step

Controller Configuration

Configure the NIC (Network Interface Card)

  1. Log in to the controller terminal: [0], [1], [Ok]
  2. Enter NIC programming: [Menu], [7], [3], [4]
  3. Select the first NIC to program: [Ok]
  4. Enter the IP address: [1], [9], [2], [1], [6], [8], [0], [0], [1], [0], [0], [2], [Ok] → 192.168.1.2
  5. Enter the subnet mask: [2], [5], [5], [2], [5], [5], [2], [5], [5], [0], [0], [0], [Ok] → 255.255.255.0
  6. Leave gateway and DNS entries as all zeros: [Ok] × 3
  7. Disable DHCP: [5], [Ok]

Configure the Communications Task

  1. Enter the communications task programming menu: [Menu], [7], [3], [1], [Ok]
  2. Make the communications task idle: [9]
  3. Turn off the current task: [Off], [Ok], [9]
  4. Delete the Integriti communications task: [Menu], [1], [9], then [] × 4
  5. Verify the controller IP address is 192.168.1.2.

Computer Configuration (Windows)

  1. Open the Control Panel: Start → Control Panel → View network status and tasks → Change adapter settings
  2. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and select Properties.
  3. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) under “This connection uses the following items:“.
  4. Click Properties.
  5. Click Use the following IP address:.
  6. Enter 192.168.1.3 in the IP address: field.
  7. Click in the Subnet mask: field — it should auto-populate with 255.255.255.0.
  8. Click OK, then Close.

Optional: Ping the Controller

  1. Open Command Prompt: Start → type "cmd" → Enter
  2. Enter: ping 192.168.1.2
  3. Verify four reply lines similar to: Reply from 192.168.1.2: bytes=32 time<1ms TTL=128
  4. Type exit to close Command Prompt.

Integriti Configuration

  1. Run Integriti System Designer: Start → All Programs → Inner Range → Integriti Pro → Integriti System Designer
  2. Start the services if not already running.
  3. Log in with username installer and password installer.
  4. Click Discover Controllers.
  5. Wait for your controller to appear in the list of available controllers.
  6. Click to select the controller.
  7. Give the controller a name and confirm.
  8. Once enrolled, close the window.
  9. The controller should appear under the default site in the navigation panel.

Verification

  • The Link LED on the controller should be on or flashing.
  • The computer’s network adapter should indicate connectivity.
  • The ping 192.168.1.2 command returns successful replies.
  • The controller appears in Integriti System Designer under the default site.
  • Controller status LEDs L4 and L5 should be alternating (indicating normal operation).

Troubleshooting

ProblemResolution
Cannot ping the controllerEnsure you are using a crossover cable (not standard patch). Verify the Link light is on/flashing.
Controller not discoveredVerify NIC configuration on the controller matches the procedure above. Ensure the computer’s network adapter is enabled and configured with 192.168.1.3.
Enrolment failsEnsure controller is running (L4 and L5 alternating). Confirm controller firmware revision is compatible with your Integriti version. Verify both devices are on the same subnet (192.168.1.x).
No network connectivityCheck that the computer indicates network connectivity. Verify network adapter settings match the procedure.

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