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bottom right hand corner. To apply the settings, click the Apply button near the bottom right hand corner. After
completing the setup please click the save button to go back to the previous menu.
4.10.2 Network
This menu controls all network related functions for the DVR and governs how the DVR interacts with the network
it is connected to.
4.10.2.1 TCP/IP
TCP/IP stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol and it is the language/protocol that allows
communication between internet connected devices, whether on a local network, or a on the Internet at large.
This screen allows for TCP/IP settings to be modified for the DVR to establish connection to the network.
Below is a screenshot of the TCP/IP settings screen:
Below is an explanation of the fields on the TCP/IP settings screen:
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IP Version: This dropdown allows the user to select the IP version. The two options are IPV4 and IPV6.
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MAC address: This field shows the DVR's MAC address, which is unique to this device. This number is read-only and
is used to access a local area network (LAN).
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Static vs DHCP: This check box allows the user to choose between a static IP address, and a dynamic IP address.
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, and this enables the DVR to automatically obtain an IP
address from another network device such as a server or more commonly, a router. When the DHCP function is
enabled, the user cannot modify the IP address, Subnet Mask, or Gateway, as these values are obtained from the
DHCP function. To view the current IP address, DHCP needs to be disabled. Note: When PPPoE is enabled,
modification of IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway becomes prohibited.
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IP Address: This field allows the user to enter a custom IP address.
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