42AXIS 207W/AXIS 207MW - Troubleshooting

Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions

Problems setting the IP address

 

 

 

When using ARP/Ping

Try the installation again. The IP address must be set within two minutes after power has

 

been applied to the camera. Ensure the Ping length is set to 408. See the Installation

 

Guide.

 

 

The camera is located on a different

If the IP address intended for the camera and the IP address of your computer are located

subnet

on different subnets, you will not be able to set the IP address. Contact your network

 

administrator to obtain an appropriate IP address.

 

 

The IP address is being used by

Disconnect the camera from the network. Run the Ping command. (In a Command/DOS

another device

window, type ping and the IP address of the unit).

 

If you receive: Reply from <IP address>: bytes = 32; time = 10 ms..... - this means that

 

the IP address may already be in use by another device on your network. You must obtain a

 

new IP address and reinstall the unit.

 

If you see: Request timed out - this means that the IP address is available for use with

 

your camera. In this case, check all cabling and reinstall the unit.

 

 

Possible IP address conflict with

The static IP address in the camera is used before the DHCP server sets a a dynamic

another device on the same subnet

address. This means that if the same default static IP address is also used by another

 

device, there may be problems accessing the camera. To avoid this, set the static IP address

 

to 0.0.0.0.

 

 

The camera cannot be accessed from a

browser

 

 

The IP address has been changed by

1) Move the camera to an isolated network or to one with no DHCP or BOOTP server. Set

DHCP

the IP address again, using the AXIS IP Utility (see the Installation Guide) or the ARP/Ping

 

commands.

 

2) Access the unit and disable DHCP in the TCP/IP settings. Return the unit to the main

 

network. The unit now has a fixed IP address that will not change.

 

3) As an alternative to 2), if dynamic IP address via DHCP or BOOTP is required, select the

 

required service and then configure IP address change notification from the network set-

 

tings. Return the unit to the main network. The unit will now have a dynamic IP address,

 

but will notify you if the address changes.

 

 

Other networking problems

Test the network cable by connecting it to another network device, then Ping that device

 

from your workstation. See the instructions above.

 

 

The camera cannot be accessed on the

wireless network from a browser

 

 

The wireless settings in the camera do

Connect the network cable and check that the SSID and security settings are identical in

not match those in the wireless access

the camera and in the access point.

point.

 

 

 

Unsupported/disabled protocols.

The AXIS 207MW supports the 802.11b and 802.11g wireless standards. Check that the

 

wireless access point supports at least one of these and is enabled.

 

 

Wireless access point requires MAC

Check if the camera’s MAC address (this is the same as the product’s serial number) needs

address registration.

to be registered in the wireless access point before being allowed to access the wireless

 

network. Check the access point’s settings and/or documentation.

 

 

Camera is accessible locally, but not externally

 

 

Broadband router configuration

To configure your broadband router to allow incoming data traffic to the camera: Enable

 

the NAT-traversal feature which will attempt to automatically configure the router to

 

allow access to the camera.

 

This is enabled from Setup > System Options > Network > TCP/IP Advanced.

 

 

Firewall protection

Check the Internet firewall with your system administrator.

 

 

Default routers required

Check if you need to configure the default router settings.

 

 

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Axis Communications 207W Browser, Wireless network from a browser, Camera is accessible locally, but not externally

207W specifications

The Axis Communications 207W is a versatile and compact network camera designed to offer high-quality video surveillance along with ease of installation and use. A part of Axis’s extensive range of cameras, the 207W brings features you would expect from a professional-grade security camera while ensuring flexibility for small to medium-sized installations.

One of the standout features of the Axis 207W is its wireless connectivity. This allows users to place the camera in locations where running cables would be challenging or impractical. The camera supports Wi-Fi connectivity, which simplifies the installation process significantly and offers greater freedom in positioning the device for optimal field of view.

Equipped with a 1/4-inch progressive scan CMOS sensor, the Axis 207W captures high-resolution video at a resolution of 640x480 pixels. The camera's frame rate supports up to 30 frames per second in standard quality, ensuring smooth video playback and reliable motion detection. This is particularly beneficial for environments where detail is crucial, such as retail stores and office spaces.

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