Requirements for the XPR web interface
You can connect to the XPR® web interface through Wi-Fi® with Access Point (AP) mode or with network mode.
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WEAK NETWORK SECURITY INCREASES THE RISK FOR UNAUTHORIZED CUTTING SYSTEM
OPERATION OR MISUSE
If you use a wireless (Wi-Fi) network to
communicate with your cutting system, Hypertherm®
recommends the use of a secure Wi-Fi network to
minimize the risk of unauthorized cutting system operation or misuse. Unauthorized access
or misuse of the Wi-Fi network can result in
incorrect settings or commands. Bad settings and commands can cause an uncontrollable or
unusable system. A bad effect on system performance, shortened consumable life, and torch
damage is also possible. Minimum security features can include, but are not limited to,
the following:
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You must use discrete with the XPR web interface to operate the cutting system.
Note:
If you go out of range with the device, you cannot communicate with the cutting system. The cutting system continues to operate. For more information about distances for wireless, refer to Distance requirements for communications.
Hypertherm recommends a minimum distance of 1 meter (3.3 feet) between the plasma power supply and other system components, or between the plasma power supply and an obstacle.
You can use one of the following options to connect to the XPR web interface through Wi-Fi:
- AP mode. Refer to Use AP mode to connect.
- You connect to the same network as the plasma power supply.
- AP mode is the default connection option. You connect to a single plasma power supply.
- Network mode. Refer to Use network mode to connect.
- You connect the plasma power supply to your network.
- The advantage of network mode is that you can connect to one network to get access to multiple plasma power supplies.