Network Connections - DKS 1812 Owner's Manual

1.12.2 Network Connections

There are a number of ways to communicate with the 1812 Access Plus via a network connection.
Before any programming can be attempted, you need to install the 1812 programming software on
the computer you want to use for this purpose. The computer must have a network card installed.
Follow the instructions in the 1812 programming software help guide and refer to section 2.3 for setup
information.
Using a network connection, you can connect to the 1812 Access Plus in one of four different ways.
NOTE: Maximum distance on Cat5 wire runs is limited to 325 feet (100 meters).
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Locally with a direct connection from the computer to the 1812 Access Plus using a
commercially available crossover cable.
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Locally by connecting the computer to the 1812 Access Plus through a router. This is a Local
Area Network (LAN) connection.
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Through the internet with a static IP address. This is a Wide Area Network (WAN)
connection and will require a router and a DSL or cable modem with an internet connection.
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Through the internet with a dynamic IP address. This is a Wide Area Network (WAN)
connection and will require a router and a DSL or cable modem with an internet connection.
You will also need a registered DDNS host name.
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