14. Larger networks
To ensure minimum latency the ipMIDI driver uses multicast UDP rather than TCP/IP. This means that:
•The network connection should be as short as possible and should only use routers that can support high data transfer rates. Problems have been experienced with some domestic routers, particularly when used w ith Pro Tools.
•Messages between the DAW computer and the AWS900+ will be received by all other devices on the network, potentially causing problems in installations with more than one console or DAW computer. The UDP packets can be blocked by using a network switch which allows static multicast groups to be specified. The Netgear GS108T 16 port switch is a cost effective solution which can easily be configured to allow ipMIDI traffic only to specified ports.
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