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9.1
LAN OVERVIEW
The DVR unit can easily be connected to a Local Area Network (LAN) and uses
Microsoft's® powerful and secure Windows® XP 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® XP is far
superior to other platforms when running on a LAN. The number one reason is
security. 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.
9.2
CONNECTING TO A LAN USING TCP/IP
The networking options of the DVR unit can create and edit all Network settings
available on Windows XP Embedded. 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.
SECTION 9
LAN / ISDN / PSTN CONNECTIONS
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