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AXIS 213 - Installing the AXIS 213
AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service
AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service provides a one-click procedure that makes the
AXIS 213 available on your local network and over the Internet. On installation, the
AXIS 213 will receive a URL (web address), which can then be used to access it. The
PTZ Network Camera can be unregistered from the service at any time. Please visit
www.axiscam.net for more details on AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service.
Requirements
To use the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service, the following is required:
• A DHCP server connected to the network
• An Internet connection that does not require a proxy server for HTTP access.
Installation Procedure
1. Connect the AXIS 213 to your local network, using a standard (RJ-45) network
cable.
2. Optionally, connect the Connection Module to the camera.
3. Connect the power to the PTZ Network Camera.
4. Wait 60 seconds and, using a suitably pointed object, push the reset button on
the underside of the PTZ camera once.
5. Visit www.axiscam.net where you will be guided through the remainder of the
installation. Please have the serial number of your product ready and follow the
instructions on the screen.
6. Enter a password for the root user (administrator).
7. If required, accept the installation of AMC onto your workstation. See AXIS
Media Control (AMC), on page 9 for more information.
8. The installation is now complete, proceed to“Using the PTZ Network Camera”
on page 14.
Please note that this procedure will send the AXIS 213’s IP address, firmware version, product
type and serial number to the Axis Internet Dynamic DNS Service.
No personal information will be transferred.
The serial number/MAC address (S/N) is located on the label on the underside of the AXIS 213