Network settings (wired), Connecting to a wired network – Samsung S-Box Signage UHD Player Pro User Manual

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Network Settings (Wired)

Connecting to a Wired Network

There are three ways to attach your product to your LAN using cable.

You can attach your product to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your

product to an external modem using a LAN cable.

See the diagram below.

The Modem Port on the Wall

Modem Cable

LAN Cable

External Modem

(ADSL / VDSL)

LAN

RJ45

You can attach your product to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your

product to an IP Sharer which is connected to an external modem. Use LAN cable for the

connection. See the diagram below.

The Modem Port on the Wall

Modem Cable

LAN Cable

LAN Cable

External Modem

(ADSL / VDSL)

IP Sharer

(having DHCP server)

LAN

RJ45

Depending on how your network is configured, you may be able to attach your product to

your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your product directly to a network wall

outlet using a LAN cable.

See the diagram below. Note that the wall outlet is attached to a modem or router

elsewhere in your house.

The LAN Port on the Wall

LAN Cable

LAN

RJ45

If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports

the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Modems and routers that support DHCP

automatically provide the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values your product

needs to access the Internet so you do not have to enter them manually. Most home networks

are Dynamic Networks.
Some networks require a Static IP address. If your network requires a Static IP address, you

must enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values manually on your product

IP

Settings

when you set up the network connection. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway,

and DNS values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
If you have a Windows computer, you can also get these values through your computer.

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You can use ADSL modems that support DHCP if your network requires a Static IP address.

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ADSL modems that support DHCP also let you use Static IP addresses.

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