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Connecting to a RADES Over Cellular Networks with AirLink Devices
• The RADES user guide can be accessed by, while connected directly to the RADES using
Ethernet, opening a web browser and entering 192.168.1.1 (or the unit’s current IP address) or
on the Rockwell Automation website: http://www.rockwellautomation.com/. The user guide
for RSLINX can be obtained from Rockwell Automation.
Before You Start
Software Required
• Wireless Ace - Graphical interface for configuring your AirLink modem. Wireless Ace is located
on all modem CDs or you can download Wireless Ace from the AirLink website: http://
www.airlink.com/support/modems/utilities/. A default installation of this utility is assumed
later in these directions.
Hardware Required
• Ethernet Cable - The RJ-11 IP Gateway and Raven X have an auto-sensing Ethernet port, you
can use either a cross-over cable or a straight-through Ethernet cable.
• Power adapters and a power source - You will need a power adapter and power source for the
RJ-11 IP Gateway, the Raven-E, and the RADES.
• PC or Laptop - To configure the RJ-11 IP Gateway and the modem, you will need a computer
with Internet Access, other than the cellular account, and an available Ethernet port.
Cellular Account Required
• Cellular Account - To use this application note, you need to already have an active account
with a cellular provider and to have activated your Raven X or Raven-E with that provider. Air
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Link modems are certified to work with a variety of cellular providers.
If you need to activate your Raven X or Raven-E, you can use the Setup Wizard for your cellu-
lar provider which you can obtain from the AirLink website: http://www.airlink.com/support/.
Important Information about Ports
• Port Blocking - Many cellular providers and other ISPs block ports below 1024 which are the
default ports for many server protocols (such as HTTP, telnet, and SSH).
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