Network46Network layoutThe device must be physically connected to the networkover a CAT5 cable (see connections on page 3).NotePay attention to the specific information and in-structions on the network devices.Several switches, routers and access points can be con-nected to each other. Firewalls and other security soft-ware can affect the network.WarningWhen using a router, the network clients (e.g. therecorder) can be connected to the Internet andvice versa.Make sure to use protective measures to preventunauthorised external access (e.g. firewall, chang-ing passwords, changing ports)!Network configurationThe device must be configured using the “System Set-tings” and “Network Settings” menus.Parameter SettingNIC Type Set the transmission speed of the in-stalled network card here.Tip: 10M/100MDHCP Tick the box if the IP addresses areassigned dynamically via DHCP in thenetwork.DHCP activated: Subsequent entryfields are inactive (parameters as-signed via DHCP).Note:If the IP addresses are assignedmanually, ensure that DHCP is not ac-tive (box not ticked).IP Address Address of the network device in thenetwork (manual assignment)Subnet Mask Usually 255.255.255.0Default Gate-wayAddress of the gateway for Internet ac-cessPreferredDNS ServerAddress of the Domain Name Server(usually the IP address of the gateway)Alternate DNSServerIP address of the alternative DNSserverMAC Address Hardware address of the installed net-work cardAdvanced network configurationSpecify further parameters for the network configurationin the “Advanced” tab.