Connecting to network

This chapter explains how to connect the Ethernet TAP probe to an existing TCP/IP network.

To set up a new network between a PC and an Ethernet TAP probe, see Setting up standalone PC Ethernet topic.

The Ethernet TAP probe is an Ethernet host device that may be configured for TCP/IP using DHCP to acquire its IP configuration (the default method) or through a static IP configuration.

This chapter contains the following sections:

CAUTION:

The probe contains electronic components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge. Always use accepted anti-static procedures when handling the probe components.

Setup overview
The Ethernet TAP probe's default operation is to acquire its network configuration automatically through DHCP
Connecting Ethernet TAP probe to network
The Ethernet TAP probe can connect directly to a network using twisted pair (10/100BaseT) cables.
Customizing Ethernet TAP probe
The Ethernet TAP probe acquires its network configuration automatically using DHCP. If required, you can manually enter a network configuration.
Testing network communications
You can use the ping command to ensure that the Ethernet TAP probe can communicate with the host.
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