Kramer Electronics VS-42HN - Manual (Page 17)

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6.6 Connecting to the VS-42HN via Ethernet
You can connect to the VS-42HN via Ethernet using either of the following
methods:

Direct connection to the PC using a crossover cable (see Section 6.6.1 )

Connection via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable
(see Section 6.6.2 )
Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6,
speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.
After connecting the Ethernet port, you have to install and configure your Ethernet Port. For
detailed instructions, see the “Ethernet Configuration (FC-11) guide.pdf” file in the technical
support section at
http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/faq.asp .
6.6.1 Connecting the Ethernet Port directly to a PC
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VS-42HN to the Ethernet port on your PC
using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VS-42HN
with the factory configured default IP address.
After connecting the VS-42HN to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Change Adapter Settings.
3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and
click Change settings of this connection.
The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network
adapter appears as shown in Figure 4 .
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