CHAP. 6 Network Setup
CHAP. 6 Network Setup
6-1. DVR Network Configuration
Now that you are familiar with the equipment and should be able to identify a router from a modem and a Cat5 network cable from a telephone cable, we will proceed to determine the network scenario that fits your current network.
Please call your provider to identify what type of service they are providing you. You will need to know following ;
Upload speed – For your own knowledge for expected frame rates Download speed – For your own knowledge for expected frame rates Addressing – For determining what scenario you should follow
Router On Site or Just a Modem – For determining what scenario you should follow
※NOTE : If your provider is using PPPoE (usually DSL providers), you MUST have a router installed on site and follow CASE C for DVR setup and access.
※PLEASE verify Internet access after installing any new equipment (routers, switches, modems, etc.).
If possible, use a PC on the network to verify that an Internet connection can be made and that all current configurations on any equipment are up and working properly. Do this before doing ANY configurations with the DVR. We are assuming that your current equipment is configured properly for Internet access.
PC’s TCP/IP Setting
Before configuring the DVR, please fill out the information below if applicable ;
Choose any PC on your network and determine its TCP/IP settings;
IP Address : |
| (ex.192.168.1.5) | ||||
Subnet Mask : |
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| (ex. 255.255.255.0) | |||
Default Gateway : |
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| (ex.192.168.1.1) | ||
* For information on how to determine this information, please consult the FAQ page.
Next pages are several network scenarios. Each one is labeled with a letter. Please identify which scenario your current network falls within and follow the instructions for configuring and accessing your DVR via TCP/IP.
The box below represents an area that you can’t control. If you are unable or do not have access to your router for port forwarding. Please contact your provider and request them to forward a port to the corresponding DVR IP address :
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