Chapter 2 Network ConnectionBefore you start: If you want to set the network speed dome via a LAN (Local Area Network), please refer toSection 2.1. If you want to set the network speed dome via a WAN (Wide Area Network), please refer toSection 2.2.2.1 Setting the Network Speed Dome over the LANPurpose:To view and configure the speed dome via a LAN, you need to connect the network speed domein the same subnet with your computer, and install the SADP or client software to search andchange the IP of the network speed dome.For the detailed introduction of SADP, please refer to Appendix 1.2.1.1 Wiring over the LANThe following figures show the two ways of cable connection of a network speed dome and acomputer:Purpose: To test the network speed dome, you can directly connect the network speed dome to thecomputer with a network cable as shown in Figure 2-1. Refer to the Figure 2-2 to set the network speed dome over the LAN via a switch or a router.Network CableFigure 2-1 Connecting DirectlySpeed DomeNetwork CableSwitch or RouterPCNetwork CableFigure 2-2 Connecting via a Switch or a Router