SECTION 9

LAN / ISDN / PSTN CONNECTIONS

9.1LAN OVERVIEW

The DVR unit can easily be connected to a Local Area Network (LAN) and uses Microsoft’s® powerful and secure Windows® 2000 operating system. This allows for easy and well-documented instructions on setting up LAN connections no matter what type of LAN you want to use.

A LAN is a group of computers and other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected by a communications link that allows one device to interact with any other on the network. Local Area Network is also called LAN.

Examples of LAN connections include Ethernet, Token Ring, cable modems, DSL, FDDI, IP over ATM, IrDA (Infrared), wireless, and ATM-emulated LANs. Emulated LANs are based on virtual adapter drivers such as the LAN Emulation Protocol.

There are a vast amount of reasons why using Microsoft® Windows® 2000 is far superior to other platforms when running on a LAN. The number one reason is security. Windows 2000 is based on NT technology, which, historically has boasted the most reliable and secure Operating System in the world. Running the DVR on a secure network is important to prevent unwanted users from gaining access to confidential information. Unwanted users can compromise the integrity of the confidential data being stored and viewed, and in extreme circumstances can cause irreparable damage to the network.

Since connecting the DVR unit to a network can be extremely complex (depending on the network), this Fusion DVR manual will cover only the basics. It is suggested that you consult your Vendor or IT Administrator before attempting to create or connect to a LAN.

9.2CONNECTING TO A LAN USING TCP/IP

The networking options of the DVR unit can create and edit all Network settings available on Windows 2000. The DVR unit comes equipped with a 10/100 Network Interface Card (NIC). This card uses a standard RJ-45 connector.

The DVR unit comes preconfigured with an IP Address of [172.25.2.1] and a subnet mask of [255.255.0.0]. These IP settings will work for many users. If these IP settings are sufficient then re-configuring TCP/IP will not be necessary.

9.2.1CONFIGURING TCP/IP SETTINGS

1.Exit and restart in Windows mode.

2.Right-click on the My Network Places icon located on the desktop and select Properties. The Network and Dial-Up Connections window opens.

3.Right-clickLocal Area Connections and select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties window opens.

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