Computer

Requirements

Note

Connecting the Cables

Mark Levinson

The PC-compatible computer used to connect to the Nº53 must have the following software installed:

Windows® 2000 or Windows XP

Web browser (Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0 or higher preferred)

If DHCP is not active, then the computer must be set up with a static IP address. Refer to the “Setting Up the Computer” section found later in this manual for instructions.

The Nº53 can be connected to the computer in two ways – through a router or directly to the computer. Before connecting the cables, ensure that the computer and the Nº53 are powered off.

To Connect Using a Router:

Router

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1.Connect a network cable from the router to the Ethernet port on the rear panel of the Nº53.

2.Attach a second network cable from the router to the Ethernet port of the computer.

To Connect Without a Router:

Use a network crossover cable to connect the amplifier directly to the computer. Different from a standard network cable, the crossover cable is designed to connect network access ports directly together without a hub, router, or switch.

Crossover

Cable

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Computer

Connect the crossover cable between the Ethernet port on the rear panel of the Nº53 and the Ethernet port of the computer.

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Mark Levinson owner manual Computer Requirements Connecting the Cables, To Connect Using a Router Computer No53

53 specifications

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