Connection To Networks - Mitsubishi DX-PC3 Instruction Manual

12.2 Connection to Networks

12.2.1 Network connection method
The following diagram depicts a general method for connecting the recorder to a LAN.
Note:
The following two points need to be observed for LAN connection.
- Use a dedicated LAN.*
- Use a switching hub for the recorder-side connection.
* A dedicated LAN is a network comprised of DVR(s) and a PC only.
12.2.2 Settings for the LAN connection
The procedure is outlined below, with details of each step following the outline.
1. Set the IP address and subnet mask of the PC in which DX-PC3 is installed.
2. Set the IP address and the subnet masks of the digital recorder(s).
3. Connect the PC and the digital recorder(s) to the LAN.
4. Confirm LAN connection using the PING command.
5. Start up DX-PC3, then register and connect to the recorder(s).
Details of the procedure (for Windows 98SE)
1. Go to Start -> Settings -> Operation Panel -> Network. Select TCP/IP
within the Network dialog box, then click the Property button.
Next, select the " IP address" select "Specify an IP address" in the dialog box, and
make the appropriate IP address and subnet mask settings.
Example: IP address: 192.168.1.101 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Click OK to complete the settings, and
exit the menu. Restart the system following the on-screen instructions.
Note:
IP addresses and subnet masks must be set correctly. Do not make (or
alter) these settings if you do not have sufficient expertise on networks.
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