Virus Protection - KeyWest Technology Media Pod Operation Manual

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VIRUS PROTECTION

A word about virus protection here...safe computing...the Media POD runs on a Windows
XP Embedded platform. This is already safer than other Operating Systems but still any
device on an open network needs to be adequately protected by a firewall—a software
firewall can potentially interfere with the graphics and transitions, but hardware firewalls
have proven to be extremely efficient if properly setup. Hardware routers can be setup to
allow only authorized users access to the player. DO NOT connect any network enabled
device directly to a cable modem or DSL modem unless you are in search of worms,
trojans, and viruses—the internet is crawling with damaging, infectious programs.
Always ensure your devices are connected to a safe and secure router and are on a safe and
CLEAN network. If you do not have an IT department, contact Keywest Technology for
further assistance in safe connections.
PLAYER NETWORK NAME
In Dynamic mode, you can address your player by its name rather than an IP address. This will
allow you to function on a Dynamic (or DHCP) system without worry of changing addresses.
To find or change the name of the player, right-click MY COMPUTER on the desktop.
Next select the COMPUTER NAME tab...there you can either
view the name of the machine or change it with the CHANGE
button. If you choose to change the IP address, you will be
prompted to restart the player—changes will not take effect
until you do restart.
Player Name XX
Keywest Technology
16
th
14563 W. 96 Terrace
Lenexa, Kansas 66215
KWT TM 2-1-MEDIAPOD
800.331.2019
24 July 2006
www.keywesttechnology.com
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