DW Megapix Snapit DWC-MD421D, Manual

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D H C P
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network configuration protocol that allows
a device to configure automatically according to the network it is connected to. If your network
supports DHCP, and your MEGAPIX camera is setup as DHCP; then once you search for your
camera using IP Finder, the search results will display your MEGAPIX camera with already set
network settings that correspond to your network requirements.
S t a t i c
Static IP addresses are recommended when using a network that does not support DHCP. If Static is
selected, then you must manually enter all the network settings for your MEGAPIX camera that would
correspond with your network. Static IP addresses are recommended if you want to setup your device
to be accessed externally via the internet. For each setup of the camera to a static IP address, it is
recommended that you first setup the camera to DHCP, allow it to configure itself according to your
network, and then change the settings to a static IP address. To set your MEGAPIX camera to static,
highlight the desired device from the search results list, and click on Configuration. In the new setup
window, make sure static is selected. Enter the following information: IP Address, Netmask, Gateway,
Preferred DNS. Click Apply and System Reboot to save all changes.
D D N S
Dynamic Domain Server is a feature that allows you to use a URL instead of an IP address to access
your MEGAPIX camera. The feature is optional, for it may require subscription and payment. To use the
DDNS feature, check the box next to Use DDNS. Select the server you wish to use. *Some servers may
require subscription and payment. Enter the desired Hostname. If applicable, enter the User ID and
Password. Click Apply and System Reboot to save all changes.
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