Black Box ACR1000A-R, ACR1000A-T, ACR1002A-R, ACR1002A-T Browser-Based Configuration Utility

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Chapter 4: Configuration

4.1.4 Browser-Based Configuration Utility

The browser-based configuration utility within all local transmitter and remote receiver units requires a network connection between a ServSwitch Agility unit and a computer. This configuration utility allows you to perform all of the following functions:

•View/edit the IP network address and netmask,

•Configure separate IP network addresses for video, audio and USB,

•Configure multicast settings (on Remote units),

•Configure video bandwidth settings (on Local units),

•View the current video output (on Local units),

•Perform a firmware upgrade,

•Perform a factory reset.

4.1.4.1 Connecting a Computer System for Browser-Based Configuration

1 Connect a suitable network cable to the Ethernet port on the front panel of the ServSwitch Agility unit. See Figure 4-2.

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2Connect the other end of the link cable to a network switch.

3Similarly, link your computer to the same, or different, switch located on the same network. Note: A Gigabit connection is not essential for configuration purposes.

4If not already switched on, power up your computer and the ServSwitch Agility unit. You are now ready to use the browser- based configuration utility.

4.1.4.2 Accessing the Browser-Based Configuration Utility

1Temporarily connect the ServSwitch Agility (or Agility Dual) unit and a computer via a network, as discussed above.

2Run a web browser on your computer and enter the IP address of the ServSwitch Agility unit, e.g. http://169.254.1.33 The default settings are as follows:

•Local units - IP address: 169.254.1.33 Netmask: 255.255.0.0

•Remote units - IP address: 169.254.1.32 Netmask: 255.255.0.0

Where the address of a unit is not known, perform a manual factory reset (see section 4.1.3) to restore the default address.

The opening page of the ServSwitch Agility configuration utility should be displayed and you can now use on-screen help for details of the functions that you wish to perform.

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Contents ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual Trademarks Used in this Manual ServSwitch Agility and Agility DualFCC and IC RFI Statements ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual Table of Contents ServSwitch Agility Dual Specifications ServSwitch AgilityIntroduction One-to-One ConfigurationOne-to-Many Configuration OverviewServSwitch Agility/Dual and ServSwitch iPath Mixing ServSwitch Agility and Agility Dual unitsServSwitch Agility local transmitter unit ServSwitch Agility unit featuresIndicators SER ServSwitch Agility remote receiver unitServSwitch Agility Dual local transmitter unit ServSwitch Agility Dual unit featuresServSwitch Agility Dual remote receiver unit front panel ServSwitch Agility Dual remote receiver unitServSwitch Agility Dual Local Unit Package ACR1002A-T ServSwitch Agility Local Unit Package ACR1000A-TServSwitch Agility Remote Unit Package ACR1000A-R ServSwitch Agility Pair Package ACR1000ARack Brackets Installation MountingUsing the Vesa Mounting Bracket InstallationConnections To make a single video link on ServSwitch AgilityLocal Video Link To make two video links on ServSwitch Agility Dual To make a single video link on ServSwitch Agility DualTo make audio links on ServSwitch Agility Dual To make audio links on ServSwitch AgilityLocal Audio Links Local USB Link Local AUX Port Connecting the serial link cable to Local unit socketPower supply identification Local PowerLocal/Remote Network Link To link Agility Dual units using fiber optic links Remote Video Display To connect a single DVI display to the ServSwitch AgilityTo connect two DVI displays to the ServSwitch Agility Dual Remote Microphone & Speakers Supported USB Devices USB DevicesRemote AUX Port For Agility For Agility Dual Networked linking Configuration Initial configurationManual Factory Reset To perform a manual factory resetBrowser-Based Configuration Utility ConfigurationAccessing the Browser-Based Configuration Utility To upgrade a single unit via network link Performing an upgradeOperation Front Panel IndicatorsOperation Further information Appendices Appendix A. Tips for success when networking Agility unitsChoosing the right switch Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches known to workRecommended layout Creating an efficient network layoutConfiguring the switches and devices Remedies There are a few possible causes Igmp Fast-Leave aka Immediate Leave Appendix C. Glossary Internet Group Management ProtocolIgmp Snooping Igmp QuerierSpanning Tree Protocol STP Jumbo frames Jumbo packetsForwarding modes Agility transmitter video settingsNetwork connection Layer 2 and Layer 3 The OSI modelSupported video modes Appendix E. Safety Information About Black Box Black Box Tech Support FREE! Live /7

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