Pc Database (Admin) - Planex BLW-54PM User Manual

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PCs which are DHCP Clients are automatically added to the database, and updated as
required.
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By default, non-Server versions of Windows act as DHCP Clients; this setting is called
Obtain an IP Address automatically.
• The BLW-54PM uses the Hardware Address to identify each PC, not the name or IP
address. The Hardware Address can only change if you change the PC's network card or
adapter.
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This system means you do NOT need to use Fixed (static) IP addresses on your LAN.
However, you can add PCs using Fixed (static) IP Addresses to the PC database if required.
Data - PC Database Screen
Known PCs This lists all current entries. Data displayed is name (IP Address)
type. The type indicates whether the PC is connected to the LAN.
Name If adding a new PC to the list, enter its name here. It is best if this
matches the PC's hostname.
IP Address Enter the IP Address of the PC. The PC will be sent a ping to
determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not
connected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
Buttons
Add This will add the new PC to the list. The PC will be sent a ping to
determine its hardware address. If the PC is not available (not
connected, or not powered On) you will not be able to add it.
Delete Delete the selected PC from the list. This should be done in 2
situations:
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Refresh
Update the data on screen.
Generate Report Display a read-only list showing full details of all entries in the PC
database.
Advanced View the Advanced version of the PC database screen - PC Database
Administration
(Admin). See below for details.

5.6.2 PC Database (Admin)

This screen is displayed if the Advanced Administration button on the PC Database is
clicked. It provides more control than the standard PC Database screen.
The PC has been removed from your LAN.
The entry is incorrect.
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