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Network Communication
P
eer-to-Peer and LAN are two classic forms of network communication.
Peer-to-Peer is where one PC communicates directly with another PC without any hubs or other network hardware. Only a Cat-5 Ether-
net crossover cable is used. One of these network crossover cables is provided with each DVR.
CAT-5
Crossover
Cable
A LAN (Local Area Network) utilizes Ethernet hubs to allow an almost unlimited number of PCs to communicate. LANs are often
connected through server hardware or other special hardware to internet trunk lines. This allows remote network communication from
nearly anywhere worldwide. These applications are typically set up as WAN or VPN connections, though the DVR could be accessed
directly via the open internet.
Ethernet
Hub
Other network Devices
A Peer-to-Peer network allows immediate connection of a PC to a DVR using a cable provided
with the DVR. Less software setup and no additional or special hardware is required (assumes
your PC has a network interface card installed). This application restricts the user to a short
distance with direct wire connection.
