Linksys WVC54GC manual Setting up the Linksys SoloLink Ddns Service

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Chapter 7: Setting up the Linksys SoloLink™ DDNS Service

Overview

This chapter will briefly discuss the Linksys SoloLink DDNS Service, explain how to set up your SoloLink account, and describe how to register additional Cameras on your SoloLink account. You need only one SoloLink account. Once you have set up your account, you can register additional Cameras, one at a time, through each Camera’s Web-based Utility. This way each Camera can take advantage of the SoloLink DDNS Service.

Introduction

The SoloLink DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) Service lets you assign a fixed host and domain name to a dynamic Internet IP address. The instructions in this chapter will guide you through the setup needed for use of the SoloLink DDNS Service. For the most current information about the SoloLink DDNS Service, visit www.linksys.com/sololink. For a free, 90-day trial period of your SoloLink account, use the Access ID Card included with the Camera.

You may want to use the Linksys SoloLink DDNS Service if one of the following applies to you:

Dynamic IP Address - Your Internet service assigns you a dynamic IP address. Many Internet service providers (ISPs) assign a new IP address to your connection from time to time (for security purposes), or whenever you disconnect and reconnect. The SoloLink service keeps track of your network’s address, even when it changes, so you can “find” the Camera.

Convenience - There are a couple of ways the SoloLink service can be convenient. If you have a static IP address, you can use the SoloLink service to enter a “name” and port number for remote access of the Camera via the Internet. There’s no need to type an entire IP address. For example, you can give a Camera a “name” such as cam1.myhouse.ourlinksys.com.

Also, some DDNS services require your PC to continuously run software that lets them keep track of your IP address. If your PC isn’t powered on when your IP address changes, you won’t be able to find the Camera on the Internet. The SoloLink service keeps track of where the Camera is.

Setup Wizard for the SoloLink DDNS Service

1.On the Welcome or Congratulations screen of the Setup Wizard, click the Setup SoloLink DDNS Service button.

Figure 7-1: SoloLink Service

Figure 7-2: SoloLink Welcome Screen

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Contents 802 GHz .11g Wireless- G Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this User GuideTable of Contents Appendix B Wireless Security Appendix a TroubleshootingCommon Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Web-based UtilityCamera LED List of Figures22 Camera in Wall-Mounting Position 11 Sign Up Screen 15 SoloLink Ddns Screen Welcome IntroductionWhat’s in this Guide? Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Network Layout Planning Your Wireless NetworkAd-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes Planning Your Wireless Network Network Layout Camera Head Camera Reset ButtonCamera Stand Camera PortsOverview Connection to a Wired Network for SetupMoving the Camera to a Different Network Setup Wizard Welcome Screen Setup WizardConnect the Network Cable to the Camera Screen Power on the Camera Screen Cameras Found Screen 10 Network Settings Screen 13 Wireless Settings Screen 14 Security Settings WPA-Personal Screen 17 Confirm New Settings Screen 18 Congratulations Screen Stand Option Placement Options21 Wall Mount Option Wall Mount OptionWelcome Screen Installing the Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder UtilityInstallShield Wizard Complete Screen Camera Status Using the Multi-Camera Viewer & Recorder UtilityCamera Data Add CameraCameras on LAN Test Results InternetIcon Function Raise or lower the volumeDelete Camera Camera SettingsScheduled Recordings Resolution Quality Level Bit Rate File SizeMotion Detection Files Saved FilesRecorded Files Snapshots Motion DetectionDirectory Utility SettingsRecording Time Frame Disk Allocation for RecordingStart Info Setup Wizard for the SoloLink Ddns Service Setting up the Linksys SoloLink Ddns ServiceSoloLink for Dynamic IP Address Screen Check Connections Screen SoloLink Ddns Screen 10 Welcome to the SoloLink Ddns Service Screen 11 Sign Up Screen 12 Confirmation of New Settings Screen 14 Confirm Your Location ID Screen 17 Create Links Screen 19 Account Confirmation of Camera Screen Click the SoloLink Ddns tab SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras24 SoloLink Ddns Screen Camera’s Default IP Address How to Access the Web-based UtilityTo view the image as an image rotated 180º, click this icon View VideoWeb Utility Login Screen SetupLAN Settings Device SettingsWireless Settings BasicWEP Wireless SecurityResolution Quality Level Bit Rate Video SettingsImage Estimated Bit Rates for Video Viewing or RecordingOptions AdjustmentsLogin AdministratorRestore Factory Defaults Firmware UpgradeUsers User AccessUsers SoloLink Ddns SoloLink DdnsSoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras Status21 Find Available Port Screen Mail Alert OptionsOther Status WirelessSystem Status Network26 User Help Screen HelpCommon Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingCompact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Can I view video using a Macintosh or Netscape Navigator? Frequently Asked QuestionsHow many users can view the Camera’s video at the same time? What Ieee 802.11g features are supported? Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks Appendix B Wireless SecuritySecurity Precautions Appendix B Wireless Security Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Appendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Upgrade Firmware ScreenNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Standards Appendix F SpecificationsPorts ProtocolsRecord File Format Unit Weight Lbs .13 kg Power 5V DC External CertificationsOperating Temp Storage TempLimited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFederal Communication Commission Interference Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationIndustry Canada Software License Agreement Compact Wireless-G Internet Video Camera Information section in this Guide Appendix I Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?
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