Linksys WVC11B 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: Welcome

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Contents Wireless- B Copyright and Trademarks How to Use this GuideTable of Contents Common Problems and Solutions Frequently Asked Questions Appendix a TroubleshootingAppendix B Wireless Security View Video Setup HelpCamera LEDs List of FiguresFind Camera from LAN 17 Create Links Introduction What’s in this Guide? Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Network Layout Planning Your Wireless NetworkAd-Hoc and Infrastructure Modes Planning Your Wireless Network Network Layout LAN Getting to Know the Wireless-B Internet Video CameraReset Overview Connecting the Wireless-B Internet Video Camera for SetupConnection to a Wired Network for Setup Connection to a Wireless Ad-Hoc Network for SetupMoving the Camera to a Different Network Setup Wizard Setting up and Mounting the Wireless-B Internet Video CameraCameras Found Dhcp or Static IP Address Mode Settings 10 Security Settings 12 Review New Settings Wall Mount Option Placement OptionsStand Option Install Viewer & Recorder Utility Installing the Viewer & Recorder UtilityChoose Destination Location Cameras Using the Viewer & Recorder UtilityLAN FindInternet Change Settings12 Delete Camera Delete13 View Video ViewFiles Scheduled Recordings in ProgressSchedule PreferencesStop Add21 Stop Scheduled Recording Setup Wizard for the SoloLink Ddns Service Setting up the Linksys SoloLink Ddns ServiceSoloLink for Dynamic IP Address Check Connections User Name and Password Login Confirm Active Internet Connection 11 Sign Up 12 Confirmation of New Settings 14 Confirm Your Location ID 17 Create Links 19 Account Confirmation of Camera 21 Port Forwarding Information SoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras24 SoloLink Ddns View Video How to Access the Web-based UtilitySecurity Warning SetupBasic Device SettingsLAN Settings WEP Key Settings Wireless SettingsEstimated Bit Rates for Video Viewing or Recording Resolution Quality Level Bit RateVideo Settings ImageOptions PasswordAdjustments AdministratorUser Database User AccessUsers SoloLink Ddns SoloLink DdnsSoloLink Registration of Additional Cameras StatusWireless-B Internet Video Camera Log StatusUPnP AdvancedHelp 18 Administrator Help19 Upgrade Firmware Common Problems and Solutions Appendix a TroubleshootingWhen I view the video, it seems blurry 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 Are The Risks? Appendix B Wireless SecurityBrief Overview Jamming Attacks Passive AttacksMan-in-the-Middle Attacks Maximizing Wireless SecurityActive Attacks Dictionary-Building or Table AttacksWireless-B Internet Video Camera Ssid Wireless-B Internet Video Camera WEP Encryption Figure B-2 WEP Key SettingsAppendix C Upgrading Firmware Figure C-1 Upgrade FirmwareNetwork Neighborhood/My Network Places Appendix D Windows HelpShared Resources Appendix E Glossary Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Standards Ieee 8011.b, Ieee 802.3, 802.3u Ports Appendix F SpecificationsUser Authentication, WEP Encryption Limited Warranty Appendix G Warranty InformationFCC Statement Appendix H Regulatory InformationSoftware License Agreement Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Industry Canada Canada Wireless-B Internet Video Camera Information section in this Guide Appendix I Contact InformationNeed to contact Linksys?