OpenEye Gen5 NVR - Manual (Page 80)

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LAN / ISDN / PSTN CONNECTIONS
LAN OVERVIEW
The recorder can be easily connected to a Local Area Network (LAN) and uses Microsoft’s® powerful
and secure Windows® 7 Embedded operating system. This allows for easy and well-documented
instructions on setting up LAN connections no matter what type of LAN you want to use.
A LAN is a group of computers and other devices dispersed over a relatively limited area and connected
by a communications link that allows one device to interact with any other on the network.
There are many reasons why using Microsoft® Windows® 7 Embedded is superior to other platforms
when running on a LAN. The number one reason is security. Windows 7 Embedded is based on the
Microsoft’s Windows platform, which, historically has boasted the most reliable and secure operating
system in the world. Running the recorder on a secure network is important to prevent unwanted users
from gaining access to confidential information. Unwanted users can compromise the integrity of the
confidential data being stored and viewed, and in extreme circumstances can cause irreparable
damage to the network.
Since connecting the recorder to a network can be extremely complex (depending on the network), this
OpenEye recorder manual will cover only the basics. It is suggested that the recorder administrator
consult the Vendor or IT Administrator before attempting to create or connect to a LAN.
CONNECTING TO A LAN USING TCP/IP
The networking options of the recorder can be created and modified via the standard networking
options available on Windows 7 Embedded. The recorder comes equipped with a 10/100/1000 Network
Interface Card (NIC). This card uses a standard RJ-45 connector, and should be connected using CAT6
Ethernet cable to achieve optimal communication speeds.
Configuring TCP/IP Settings
1. On the Display screen, click Exit and select Restart in Windows Mode.
2. Right-click Network on the desktop and select Properties.
3. Click Local Area Connection.
4. Click Properties.
5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), then click Properties.
6. Select Use the Following IP Address option. Enter the IP Address and Subnet mask appropriate
for the network. It is recommended to contact the Network Administrator for appropriate IP settings.
Example: a. Common IP addresses are 192.168.0.25 or 10.0.0.25
b. Common Subnet masks are 255.255.255.0 or 255.0.0.0
Note In order to connect to the recorder through a remote LAN connection, a static IP address must
be assigned. If the network assigns the IP address automatically (DHCP), contact the
Network Administrator for help assigning a static IP address.
7. If the network requires you to specify the DNS information, enter it now by selecting the appropriate
DNS options.
8. When finished configuring the TCP/IP settings click OK to close the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
Properties window.
9. Click Close and then Close again to close both Local Area Connection Properties windows.