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I. Ethernet 241 Device Overview
The Ethernet 241 device is a two port switch that interfaces a networked device (such as a printer) with a networked
device server, while connecting a card reader through either a serial or USB port. The operational process of the
Ethernet 241 begins with a user presenting a card containing data to the attached RF IDeas reader. The data is then
transmitted from the card to the network host via the card reader. Once the card data is received, the host determines
what actions need to be taken based on the card ID. For instance, if there are any print jobs associated with the user the
print jobs are released to the designated printer.
1. LED-System Status
Green: The Ethernet 241 is powered and operating.
Solid Red: A system fault has occurred.
Flashing Red: The system settings are being reset to the default values.
2. Power Supply Input
5 VDC, 1A power supply mini-USB input (supplied power adapter)
3. Device Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port that connects from the Ethernet 241 to the network-enabled device (printer)
4. Network Ethernet Port
The Ethernet port that connects the Ethernet 241 to the network
5. LED-USB Reader Status
Off: There is no reader connected
Red: The reader has been detected and is initializing
Green: The reader can accept card presentations
6. USB Reader Port
The USB port that supports RF IDeas' USB readers
7. Serial Reader Status LED
Red: There is no reader connected.
Green: A reader is connected and is operational.
8. Serial Port
The serial interface that supports RF IDeas' serial readers
9. Push Button (recessed)
Configuration Via Serial Port: When pressed, the serial port can be used to configure the Ethernet 241 via a
serial connection and a terminal emulation program.
Default Value Reset: When pressed and held during the powering on process, all settings are reset to their
default values, including the password.
Print Network Configuration: When pressed and held for several seconds after startup, a print job with the
current settings, including IP addresses, is sent to the attached printer.
Ethernet 241™ (USB/Serial)
Quick Start Guide
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Summary of Contents for RF IDeas Ethernet 241
- Page 1 I. Ethernet 241 Device Overview The Ethernet 241 device is a two port switch that interfaces a networked device (such as a printer) with a networked device server, while connecting a card reader through either a serial or USB port. The operational process of the Ethernet 241 begins with a user presenting a card containing data to the attached RF IDeas reader.
- Page 2 1. With a printer connected to the Device Ethernet Port, turn the Ethernet 241 device on. Wait at least a couple seconds after the System Status LED has turned green.
- Page 3 HID keypad input and may have reduced functionality. Plug the reader into the serial or USB port of the Ethernet 241 device. Once the reader has been identified and confirmed operational, the respective port LED will change from red to green.
- Page 4 The Ethernet 241 has an embedded web server allowing for configuration of the device and provides for the ability to view the status of all ports. To access the Ethernet 241 web interface, open a web browser and type the IP address of the Ethernet 241 into the browser address bar.
- Page 5 1. Connect a serial null modem cable (not supplied) from the serial port of the Ethernet 241 to a computer. 2. Open a terminal emulation program (Putty, TeraTerm, HyperTerminal, etc.) on the computer and set the port configuration to 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity (9600-8-1-N).
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