Sealevel 170POE — IP Configuration & Factory Reset Guide

Table of Contents

1. Overview

2. Before You Start

3. Method A – Direct Static Configuration

4. Method B – Enable DHCP

5. Factory Reset Options

6. Troubleshooting

7. Appendix A – LED Cheat‑Sheet

Overview

All eI/O‑170 modules ship with a static IP of 192.168.42.253 and expect your host PC to be on the same /24 subnet. The quickest way to re‑address the unit (or flip it to DHCP) is with Sealevel’s Ethernet Config utility, part of the free SeaMAX suite.fileciteturn1file0

Desk‑Top Setup Tip  If you’re configuring away from a cabinet, power the module through PoE—either a PoE‑capable switch or an 802.3af injector—so you have both power and Ethernet over one patch cable. The eI/O‑170 consumes ≤3.5 W and is a Class 0 PoE device.1

Before You Start

Optional: A small flat‑blade screwdriver to access the recessed reset button.

Method A – Direct Static Configuration

Fastest when you already know the final static IP you want to assign.

1. Disconnect corporate network and connect the PC directly to the eI/O module (PoE switch or injector in between is fine).

2. Set your PC NIC to:

   • IP 192.168.42.254

   • Netmask 255.255.255.0

   • No gateway

3. Launch Ethernet Config → Search for SeaI/O Devices. Your module should appear at 192.168.42.253.

4. Select the device, enter your desired Static IP, Netmask, Gateway, then click Apply Changes.

5. Reconnect the module to the production network and restore your PC NIC settings.

Method B – Enable DHCP

Use this when your plant network hands out IPs automatically.

1. Follow steps 1‑3 above to discover the module.

2. Tick Enable DHCP Configuration in Ethernet Config and click Apply Changes. The status LEDs will blink while seeking a lease; they stay solid once an address is obtained.fileciteturn1file0

3. Click Search for SeaI/O Devices again to see the new IP, or run MaxSSD and select it from the Available Ethernet Devices list.fileciteturn1file3

Factory Reset Options

Soft Reset via Ethernet Config (non‑destructive)

• Use the Recover Module button if the device is on an unknown subnet. Provide the MAC address printed on the unit and re‑flash network settings in one step.fileciteturn1file7

Hard Reset to Factory Defaults

1. Disconnect power (remove RJ‑45 PoE cable).

2. Press and hold the recessed RESET button beside the RJ‑45.

3. Reconnect power while still holding RESET; keep holding for ≈10 s until LEDs flash, then release.

4. The module reboots at its original static IP 192.168.42.253.

Tip: On non‑PoE units, a switched power strip makes step 3 easier.

Troubleshooting

Appendix A – LED Cheat‑Sheet