Self-discovery over Ethernet
When you connect your meter to your network, your meter automatically appears in your network in Windows Explorer under Other Devices. By default, the meter is named <meter type>-<last six digits of MAC address>. For example, a meter with a MAC address of 006078173393 appears on the network as <meter type>-173393.
| A | Computer connected to the network with IPv6 enabled |
| B | LAN / WAN (Local Area Network / Wide Area Network), common subnet, no routers |
| C | Meters with self-discovery over Ethernet connected to the network |
Considerations for using self-discovery over Ethernet
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For self-discovery, the meter must be connected directly to the network using only a cable or switches, and not going through a router.
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You must use a computer running Windows 7 or later with IPv6 enabled in order to use self-discovery over Ethernet.
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The computer and the meter must be on the same subnet.
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You do not need to configure your meter’s IP address for self-discovery over Ethernet. An IPv6 address is automatically generated from your meter’s MAC address and self-discovery takes place over IPv6.