Remote Access; Network Setup - First Alert SmartBridge DVRAD0405 User Manual

REMOTE ACCESS

NETWORK SETUP

Network Setup for Remote Access
Network Setup for Remote Access
Your Smartbridge system is capable of connecting to a
local area network (LAN) to view remotely, without the use
of port forwarding. Please follow the steps below.
1. Right click and select "System Setup." Then
select "Network," then "Setting". This will allow
you to view all of your network settings.
2. Plug the Ethernet cable from your router the
Ethernet port on the back of the DVR.
3. Plug the ethernet cable from the DVR to a
free ethernet port on the router.
4. Make sure "Automatic DHCP" is check marked.
5. Your IP address, subnet mask, DNS, and gate will
automatically populate AFTER you restart the DVR.
6. Port should stay at 9101.
7. Note the Device ID in the dialogue box. This is your
unique Smartbridge ID Code. (pictured right)
8. Online Status should display online when you have
connected the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet Port
on the DVR. You must also have internet on you
home network for this to work. (pictured right)
9. You must install the Smartbridge software to your
computer to view the cameras locally or remotely.
10. Insert the CD Rom disk into the CD drive on
your computer. Run Smartbridge.ex
11. Click Install to start the installation wizard and
to install the Smartbridge Software.
12. The Smartbridge Icon will appear on your desktop
after the installation wizard is finished. Double click
the icon to run the Smartbridge Software.
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