360 Systems MAXX-6T - Manual (Page 72)

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FTP FILE TRANSFERS
MAXX 6T features Gigabit Ethernet connectivity using an RFC-1359 compliant FTP server. File
transfers to and from the Image Server are managed from an FTP client file transfer program running
on a Windows® or Macintosh® computer. This provides a rapid way to execute drag-and-drop file
transfers; it can also manage many Image Servers at once and does not tie up the Image Server GUI,
which may already be in use. Table 2 indicates the supported FTP client list.
FTP Client Version Platform
Flash FXP 3.2.0 WINDOWS XP, WIN2K
DOS FTP 5.1.2600 WINDOWS XP, WIN2K
WS FTP 5.08 WINDOWS XP, WIN2K
Internet Explorer 6.0.2900 WINDOWS XP, WIN2K
Fetch 5.2 MAC OSX
CyberDuck 2.7.3 MAC OSX
Table 2 - Supported FTP Clients
FTP programs may also be used to move recorded or edited material between an Image Server and
Network Attached Storage (NAS) or a DVD-ROM library.
From a networking or system-integration viewpoint, the Image Server appears as a normal FTP
server in any size network, with the exception that it may only send, receive, or store video files
that are compatible with the Image Server.
The Image Server is designed to be used in a private dedicated video network. A firewall
must be used in systems that require internal security or connection to public networks.
Consult with a network security specialist for guidance on the best hardware,
programming and practices for your facility’s requirements.
Gigabit Ethernet Cable Quality
The high data rates generated by Gigabit Ethernet require high-quality cable designed for this
application. Low-quality network cables can result in high error rates and lower transmission speed.
For Gigabit operation, standard CAT-5 cable should be used only for very short cable runs.
New Category 5e (enhanced) cables ensure maximum transfer rates, and should be used as the
minimum standard. Category 6 cable is a more recent product designed for applications where
longer cable runs are required.
Configuring the FTP interface
Before logging in to the MAXX 6T FTP server, the network must be configured according to the
local network topology. This is primarily a matter of setting a static IP address or configuring
MAXX 6T to use DHCP to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server. Refer to Configuring the
Network on Page 42 for details on configuring the network for FTP.