### Assigning an IP Address (Temporary): Boot Console

Use this procedure to temporarily store an IP address in an EtherLite module using Boot Console.

Note: For additional configuration information of the EtherLite module, see Boot Console Commands.

#### Procedure

1. Attach a terminal or terminal emulator to Port 1 of the EtherLite module.
2. Attach a 3-wire connection: TxD, RxD, and GND.

   Note: EtherLite will not assert DTR or RTS. If your system is expecting these signals, loop them at the terminal side. Boot Console operates at 19200 baud, 8 bits, 1 stop, and no parity.

3. Activate the console by removing the Ethernet cable and unplugging the power cable.
4. Plug the power cable back into the EtherLite module.
5. Repeatedly depress the # key at the terminal until you get a console prompt. It should only take three keystrokes.

   A prompt will appear with the module model and the firmware version. An example would be:

   --EL-32 V6.8--
   ?

6. Enter the IP address by entering the command:

   ip x.x.x.x

   Where x.x.x.x is the actual numerical address.

7. Next enter the command:

   boot

   Note: This command skips the BootP portion of the boot sequence and simply use the assigned IP address. When you temporarily assign an IP address, you do not need to set the gateway or subnet mask.

8. Reboot the EtherLite module by unplugging, and then plugging in the power cable again.

   Note: The EtherLite module should remain off for at least 10 seconds before powering the unit back on.

9. Verify the network connection of the EtherLite module by using the Ping program. See Using Ping.