Xblue Networks X-50 - Manual (Page 111)

XBLUE Networks 111
Advanced Programming
Adv
anced - W
AN
7
IP Settings (Default)
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At default, the “WAN Port Settings” are set to Automatic Configuration - Dynamic Host Control Protocol
(DHCP), which allows the WAN port of the system to automatically receive an IP and Subnet Mask Address
as well as locate and join the network’s default gateway or router.
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The Host Name will be broadcast on the network and used by Dynamic Name Service (DNS).
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The system can use either dynamic (automatically assigned) or Static DNS settings. Unless required by the
ISP, it is probably easier to leave this set to automatic.
WAN Services
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Enable Firewall - Although nothing is 100% safe against malicious network attacks, keeping the firewall
enabled, will minimize the effectiveness of these attacks.
IP Settings (Static IP Address)
The WAN IP settings can be set to “Static IP Address”, which allows the administrator to enter a specific IP Address for
the X-50. Network administrators often reserve specific IP Addresses for servers, routers, and gateways. In addition,
when using a static IP address, it is easier to connect to the X-50 for programming, especially when programming
through Network Address Translation (NAT).
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Internet IP Address - enter the IP address that will be used to identify the X-50.