Networks; Getting The Network Ready; Connecting To The Lan; Lan Status Lights - Polycom RealPresence Group 550 Administrator's Manual

Networks

This guide covers network types used worldwide. Note that not all network types are available in all
countries.

Getting the Network Ready

Before you begin configuring the network options, you must make sure your network is ready for video
conferencing.
Polycom also offers contract high-definition readiness services. For more information, please contact your
Polycom distributor.

Connecting to the LAN

You must connect the system to a LAN to:
● Make H.323 or SIP calls
● Use a Global Directory Server
● Register with a management system
● Access the web interface
● Use People+Content™ IP
● Connect to the Polycom Touch Control

LAN Status Lights

The LAN connector on the RealPresence Group 300, 500, and 700 systems has two lights to indicate
connection status and traffic.
Indicator Light
Left light off
Left light green
Right light off
Right light on
Right light blinking
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Connection Status
No 1000Base-T connection.
1000Base-T connection.
No 10/100 Base-T connection and no network traffic with 1000 Base-T connection.
10/100 Base-T connection and blinks with network traffic.
Network traffic.
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