How to assign Static IP to TrackSo LAN Data Logger
The below method is applicable for loggers purchased between 2017-2021.
For loggers purchased post- 2022, Web UI is available for changing logger IP. Check here
Introduction
Multiple methods exists for assigning static IP to TrackSo LAN Data Loggers. You can choose any of the below method as per your convenience
Method-1 Via USB to RS232 Cable
1) Download and Install USB to RS232 Driver (Used for Connecting Laptop to Logger) – Link
Note: Download Version as per your OS (above link is suitable for Windows)
2) Connect TrackSo Data Logger to Laptop using USB to RS232 Cable.
3) Download and Run TrackSo Utility available at this- Link
Utility for devices purchased prior to 2021 is available here
4) Open the TrackSo Utility as below.
a) Check the COM port displayed in Utility. (If COM port is not displayed then either the USB to RS232 cable is not connected or Drivers are not installed
b) Update the User to admin
c) If the above steps are completed then Click on Connect.
5) Connect OK will be displayed once the connection is successful
6) Click ok Upload Config from Device to Load Current Config.
Note: If by mistake customer clicks on the button nearby whole device will get reset.
7) Change IP Configuration as required
8) Click on Download Config to Device.
Settings have been completed. Restart data logger and test
Method-2 Via DHCP enabled Router
By default when device is shipped the IP Configuration is DHCP.
1) Connect the device to any Router (Router should be in DHCP Mode
2) Open the admin page of the router and login (Example:admin page of router- 192.168.0.1)
3) Go to the list of currently connected devices
4) Router will display the IP Assigned to the Device.
Example Ip in above Screenshot- 192.168.0.118
5) Open the TrackSo Utility and change connection type to IP
6) Use this IP to connect in TrackSo Utility as below ( & also update user to admin as shown in screenshot)
7) Once the required details are submitted click on Connect
8) Click on Upload to get current config in Device and change the settings as required.
9) Change IP Configuration as required
10) Click on Download Config to Device.
Settings have been completed. Restart data logger and test
Method-3 Via Mac Binding
Request the LAN provider to apply IP-MAC Binding to connect the device (dhcp mode) to any router (Static mode)