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How do I: Connect to XO-VAC+?

Collecting the necessary information

To connect to XO-VAC+, the following information is needed:

  • XO-VAC+ IP address
  • XO-VAC+ Network port
  • XO-VAC+ Password

The default IP address and network are displayed at the back of the XO-VAC+. The default password is empty.

Warning

Do not wheel XO-VAC+ out while its vacuum system is operating as shocks or bumps can damage the turbopump.

Note

Updating or reseting XO-VAC+ will reset the IP address, the Network port and the password to the defaults.

Tip

Exobotics strongly recommends users to change the default password after the initial installation, updates or resets.

Choosing the type of connection

There are 4 ways of connecting to XO-VAC+:

  • XO-VAC+ User Interface
  • API
  • SSH
  • RDP

They all require XO-VAC+ and the Client PC to have to correct networking set-ups. Network configuration tutorials are available here

XO-VAC+ User Interface is the standard and recommended way of connecting to XO-VAC+. More information about how to use the XO-VAC+ User Interface is available here

APIs (beta)

APIs can be used to control XO-VAC+ User Interface. However, there are still an experimental feature and must be cautioulsy used.

SSH

SSH can be used to remotely access the XO-VAC+ embedded server to configure or maintain it. The detailed steps to initate a SSH connection with XO-VAC+ are available here

Tip

SSH is not a requirement for XO-VAC+ to run. Users can deactivate SSH.

RDP

RDP can be used to remotely access the XO-VAC+ embedded server to configure or maintain it. The detailed steps to initate a LAN connection with XO-VAC+ are available here

Warning

It is recommended to always keep either SSH or RDP activated to allow for maintenance and configuration of the XO-VAC+ server.

Tip

RDP is not a requirement for XO-VAC+ to run. Users can deactivate RDP.