Connection options in an Ethernet network
There are 2 main approaches to establishing a connection between your host and the readers:
- Client: The application acts as a client and opens a connection to the passively waiting readers.
- Server: The application acts as a server that waits for readers to open a connection when certain events occur.
The following table shows you when to use which approach and gives you an overview of your implementation options.
Client |
Server |
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Connection initiation | The host opens a connection to the readers. | Readers open a connection to the host in certain events. |
Network topology |
Use this approach if your network meets both of these conditions:
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Use this approach if your network meets either of these conditions:
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Reader detection | Only needed for deployment of initial network settings via BALTECH Uploader (see below). After that, readers establish connections to the host. | |
Deployment of initial network settings |
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Operation modes | Use any mode. Pick the one that suits your requirements best. |
Readers must be set up for autonomous operation. Use one of the following modes:
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All modes include step-by-step instructions on setting up the host-reader connection. |
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Explore Modes | Autoread VHL & Autoread |
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