11. Logging into the Web Configuration Interface (Continued)
Logging In
When first connecting to the NetCommander IP Web Configuration Interface, a browser security warning appears requesting you to download Tripp Lite’s SSL Security Certificate. Click Yes to proceed. The warning disappears upon first NetCommander IP client installation, when the Tripp Lite root certificate is installed.
1.Open your Web browser (Internet Explorer version 6.0 or higher required).
2.Type the NetCommander IP system IP address, https://192.168.x.xxx/ config, and press Enter. The login page appears, see the figure below.
3.Type the default Administrator user name - admin - and password - access
– (case sensitive).
4.Press Enter. The Web interface opens at the Network Configuration page. See the figure below.
Note: Bookmark the page for easy reference.
12. Network (Configuration Screen)
Consult your Network Administrator for the network settings.
Device name: Type a name for the NetCommander IP. The default device name consists of the letter ‘D’ followed by the
First TCP Port: Choose 3 consecutive ports and type in the first port number of the series. The default port – 900 – is suitable for the majority of installations.
Note: Firewall or router security access list must enable inbound communication through the selected TCP ports for the NetCommander IPs IP address.
For Client computer access from a secured LAN, the selected ports should be open for outbound communication.
Enable DHCP – When a DHCP server is active on the same network as the NetCommander IP, the IP Address is automatically assigned.
Note: Where you have access to the server – your configured (or default) NetCommander IP device name will appear on the DHCP server’s interface, making it easy to locate.
It is recommended that you disable DHCP, and assign a fixed IP address to the NetCommander IP. When DHCP is disabled, enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway as given by your Network Administrator.
When all changes to network settings have been made, click the Save & Restart button.
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