Seakeeper ConnectBox User Manual page 8

SEAKEEPER CONNECTBOX USER'S MANUAL
PRODUCT CONNECTBOX
DHCP CONFIGURATION
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) automatically assigns IP addresses and other
network configuration settings to devices on a network, including those connected via Ethernet.
The ConnectBox operates in two DHCP modes: DHCP on or DHCP off. The two modes are also
explained in the MFD compatibility bulletins.
DHCP server OFF means the ConnectBox receives an IP address from the MFD or an ethernet
extension hub. DHCP server OFF is the default mode for the ConnectBox, and it is used when
connecting to Garmin, Raymarine, and Furuno products.
In DHCP server ON mode, the ConnectBox assigns IP addresses to other devices. This mode is
used to connect with Navico products.
The DHCP setting can be viewed at the ConnectBox by pressing and releasing the network
button . The LED spool bar will flash from right to left to indicate it is in DHCP-OFF mode or
from left to right to indicate DHCP-ON mode (Figure 5A & 5B).
To change the DHCP mode, one must long-press the Network button until the spool bar LEDs
begin flashing in one direction. To change the direction (DHCP mode), perform a second long-
press of the Network button. Once in the desired mode, allow the ConnectBox to return to
normal operation shortly. A DC power cycle will ensure the Seakeeper app icon appears on the
MFD.
The ConnectBox can be reset to default by long pressing (10 seconds or more) the brightness
and network buttons simultaneously.
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Figure 5A: DHCP-OFF:
flashing from right to left
Figure 5B: DHCP-ON:
flashing from left to right
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