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VP-81SIDN - Connecting the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In Switcher
6.5 Connecting to the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In
Switcher via Ethernet
You can connect to the VP-81SIDN via Ethernet using either of the following
methods:
Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see Section 6.5.1)
Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see
Section 6.5.2)
Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6,
speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.
6.5.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-81SIDN directly to the Ethernet port
on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP-81SIDN
with the factory configured default IP address.
After connecting the VP-81SIDN to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as
follows:
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Change Adapter Settings.
3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and
click Change settings of this connection.
The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network
adapter appears as shown in Figure 7.
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