Dynamic Vs. Static Ip Address - Safran SecureSync 2400 User Manual

using an address assigned by a DHCP server.
There are several ways to setup an IP address, described below:
Before you continue ...
... please obtain the following information from your network administrator:
2.12.1

Dynamic vs. Static IP Address

On a DHCP network (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), SecureSync's IP
address will be assigned automatically once it is connected to the DHCP server.
This negotiated address and other network information are displayed on the unit
front panel when the unit boots up.
If you plan on allowing your SecureSync to use this negotiated DHCP Address on
a permanent basis, you can skip the following topics about setting up an IP
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via the front panel keypad and information display
remotely ...
... via serial cable
... via dedicated network cable
... via a DHCP network.
Available static IP address
This is the unique address assigned to the SecureSync unit by the net-
work administrator. Make sure the chosen address is outside of the
DHCP range of your DHCP server.
Subnet mask (for the network)
The subnet mask defines the number of bits taken from the IP
address that are used in the network portion. The number of network
bits used in the net mask can range from 8 to 30 bits.
Gateway address
The gateway (default router) address is needed if communication to
the SecureSync is made outside of the local network. By default, the
gateway is disabled.
Note: Make sure you are assigning a static IP address to your
SecureSync unit that is outside of the DHCP range defined for the
DHCP server. Your system administrator will be able to tell you what
this range is.
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