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How to change the NIC settings on a Galaxy controller using the M2Config utility?

Potential Symptoms

  • Change/adjust the NIC settings on a Galaxy controller using the M2Config utility

Environment

  • Product Family: Message Displays
  • Product: M2Config Utility Software
    • Used with: Galaxy, Message Center (M2 or M3 based controllers)
    • AF-3150, AF-3160, AF-3180, AF-3190, AF-3200, AF-3220, AF-3400, AF-3700, AF-3500, AF-3550
  • Component: Compatible with Windows 7, XP, & Vista Operating Systems
  • Control System:

Resolution

Warning: Misuse of this utility can render your sign inoperable.

Step 1: Install M2Config. Follow DD2059662 on How to download & install the M2Config Utility on your computer.
Step 2: Connect to the display using M2Config: Follow DD2342173 on How to connect to a Galaxy display using the M2Config Utility.
Step 3: Use M2Config to adjust/change the NIC setting of the Galaxy controller.
  1. After connection is established go to Configuration Tab.
  2. Make sure to be in the Communication Folder and select NIC.
  3. NIC settings should be visible on the right side.
  4. Select the needed settings and then go to File and select Set Configuration (or use the blue down arrow). This will reset the display.
  5. Once the display boots up the new NIC settings will be set on the display.

KB ID: DD2372767

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