Assiging a PortServer IP address using RARP in UNIX

There is a method available to assign an IP address and configure the PortServer without having to attach hardware.

1. Make a note of the MAC (hardware) address located on the sticker underneath the PortServer.
2. Edit /etc/ethers on your UNIX server add an entry similar to the following placing the MAC address first, followed by the IP address you wish to assign:

   00:40:9D:##:##:## 192.168.1.32 
   

3. Edit /etc/hosts file, add the IP address and any applicable hostname.
4. From the UNIX root prompt:  # rarpd -a
5. Reboot the PortServer.
6. You should now be able to telnet to the unit using the IP address just assigned.