Interlogix VEREX Director - Manual (Page 304)

296 Verex Director V4.9.1 User's Guide 21-0381E v4.9.1
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UPS Recommendation
Standard best practices recommend that
all servers and core components of
security systems be protected by a suitable
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
including surge protection.
Other Software
The VEREX Director software cannot coexist
on a NetVision capture station PC, or on a PC
running NetVision v2.1 remote station
software. (For the remote station software,
simply upgrade to v2.2 or higher.)
Networking Ports Used (443 and 80)
The Director software requires exclusive
access to ports 443 and 80, and they must not
be blocked on the network.
Note: Port 80 is used only for remote software
downloads.
Required Windows / Networking
Services
(single-PC or client-server)
The following services/protocols must be
installed on the VEREX Director PC (Director-
server PC if applicable). This is typically done
by your network administrator or IT
department--as applicable:
 Client for Microsoft networks
 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP);
 "File and Printer Sharing for Microsoft
networks";
Either a network card, or "MS Loopback
Adapter" must be installed. As well,
"Workstation" and "Server" services must be
installed and running (look under:
 Control Panel, Administrative Tools,

Services; and/or:
 Right-click "Network Neighborhood",

Properties, Services").
Virus-Checker Software
Be sure to keep the data files (virus definitions)
for your virus software up-to-date. If Norton
Anti-Virus erroneously reports
"ikernel.exe" as being infected, download
and install the latest data files from
http://www.norton.com .
Video Adapter
Video adapter supporting SVGA resolution
(800 x 600) in more than 256 colors (e.g.,
'high-color' or 'true-color).
Tip: XGA resolution (1024 x 768) is recommended.
Display
Colour SVGA high-quality monitor.
(Recommended for 1024 x 768 resolution: Flat Panel:
At least 14"; Tube: At least 17".)
Dual Monitors: If you are using Windows dual-monitor
feature, the one on the right-hand side must be
connected/set-up as monitor #1.
Mouse / Pointing-Device
A mouse (or other type of pointing-device) that
is equipped with a scroll-wheel is
recommended. This simplifies scrolling within
forms and in the on-line help.