Pre-Installation - EverFocus EDVR16D1 Instruction Manual

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Before we begin with the installation we must ask ourselves a few questions in order to
figure out where to begin with networking our DVR's.
Do you have Hi-speed Internet?
There are many types of high speed Internet available. Three commonly used ones are
T1, Cable, and DSL (in order of speed).
Note: It is suggested to have a minimum upload speed of 256KBps. This
can be addressed by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Who is your Internet provider?
Please confirm that your internet service provider that your upload
speed is at least 256KBps.
What type of modem/router do you have?
Modem/router model name/ #
The modem/router was either installed by your Internet service provider or purchased by
you to establish a connection to the Internet. A router is installed to allow multiple
computers to access the Internet through the same external IP address. It in turn assigns
different internal IP addresses to local computers for this specific purpose.
Do you have a static IP address?
A Static IP address means you use the same IP address every time you log on to the
Internet. With a static IP address, other Internet users always know the identity of your
computer and can easily connect with it. Using a static IP address is highly
recommended for DVR networking. If your Internet provider does not offer a static IP
address you also have the option to use a dynamic IP address. This will be explained in
more detail later on in the chapter.
Do you have a dynamic IP address?
A Dynamic IP address means your IP address changes each time you make a
connection to the Internet. It is recommended to ask your Internet service provider for a
Static IP address. If this is not a possibility, you may purchase a router (we suggest a
Linksys or D-link router) which supports DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Server). This is
a service that provides a central public database where DNS information can be stored
and retrieved. It allows those using a dynamic IP address to be registered centrally so
users can connect to it by name rather than number.
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