This chapter covers installation of a
direct TCP/IP Ethernet standalone connection between a PC host and the Ethernet TAP probe. Use it only if you do not want to connect your probe to an existing multi-user network.
You may decide to have a standalone network for:
- Target system access security
- Immunity from network outages
- Faster communication if main network is high-traffic
- Simpler connection with fewer variables to cause problems
To connect to an existing network, see
Connecting to network topic.
This chapter contains the following sections:
CAUTION:
The Ethernet TAP probe contains components that are subject to damage from electrostatic discharge. Whenever you are using, handling, or transporting the Ethernet TAP probe, or connecting to or disconnecting from a target system, always use proper anti-static protection measures, including static-free bench pads and grounded wrist straps.