how to configure field point cFP2120

[jacks]

Hi,
     I am doing a project using LabVIEW... I am using field point cFP2120  as the interface... The problem is that my PC is not detecting the field point... Can you suggest a solution???

[Graziano]

Hi jacks!
   You have to provide MANY further informations!!

    First: (it's quite a silly question, but...) how do tou connect to cFP-2120? (Eth cable through a SWITCH, straight cable, LAN, WAN...)

    Second: are you using MAX? With right driver version?

    Third:  what about "status" LED on cFP module?

    After getting these informations, people will be able to help you in a more straightforward way!

graziano

[jacks]

Hi Graziano,

         I had connected the field point using  ethernet crossover cable... i used the MAX with the proper version only... Status LED was blinking continuously.....

[Graziano]

Hi jaks,
   From the user manual:

Number of Flashes        Error Condition

0 (stays lit)                     The cFP-21xx did not power on correctly. Contact
                                       National Instruments for assistance.

1                                     The cFP-21xx is in reset mode or is unconfigured. Make
                                       sure the RESET IP switch is in the OFF position and
                                       restart the controller. Refer to the Measurement &
                                       Automation Explorer Help for FieldPoint for more
                                       information about configuration.

2                                     The cFP-21xx has detected an error in software. This
                                       usually occurs when an attempt to upgrade the software
                                       is interrupted. Repeat the software upgrade process.

3                                     The cFP-21xx is in safe mode. Either the controller is
                                       ready for software installation or the SAFE MODE
                                       switch is in the ON position.

4 (or more)                    The cFP-21xx has detected an unrecoverable error.
                                      Contact National Instruments for assistance.

In which of these condition are you?  If you never configured that module, and led flashes once, you have the  correct start-up condition, but it is strange that you cannot access module; check if Windows Fierewall is turned ON or if Antivirus' firewall is ON, they can be blocking MAX in connecting to device!

graziano