The ForneyLink HMI can be connected to the Internet as needed for remote support. It can use a wired Ethernet connection or connect via Wi-Fi. This article focuses on Wi-Fi connection on Non-ForneyVault ForneyLink HMI's.
Note:
We recommend connecting with a network speed of 10 Mbps or better.
The HMI does not need to be connected to your internal network or LAN. It can use a guest account, VLAN, VPN, dedicated network, etc.
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Windows 10 Instructions
Note:
The instructions below can be completed easier by connecting a keyboard and mouse to the ForneyLink HMI during configuration.
- From the ForneyLink HMI software, select Machine Setup.
- From the Machine Setup menu select Network Settings.
- Double-click the Wi-Fi network adapter from Windows Network Connections.
- Verify that the Wi-Fi is set to On, then select Show Available Networks.
- Select your desired Wi-Fi network to enter the network key and select Connect.
- Select the On-screen keyboard to enter the network security key.
- Close all windows to return to the ForneyLink software.
Windows 7 Instructions
Note:
The instructions below can be completed easier by connecting a keyboard and mouse to the ForneyLink HMI during configuration.
- From the ForneyLink HMI software select Machine Setup.
- From the Machine Setup menu select Network Settings.
- Double-click the Wi-Fi network adapter from Windows Network Connections.
- Select your desired Wi-Fi network to enter the network key.
- Select the on-screen keyboard to enter the network security key.
- Close all windows to return to the ForneyLink software.