Kramer VP-440X, User Manual

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Kramer Electronics Ltd.
VP-440X
– Operating and Controlling VP-440X
20
Operating via Ethernet
You can connect to the VP-440X via Ethernet using either of the following methods:
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Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see Connecting Ethernet Port Directly to a
PC on page 20 ).
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Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see Connecting
Ethernet Port via a Network Hub or Switch on page 22 ).
If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6, speak to your IT
department for specific installation instructions.
Connecting Ethernet Port Directly to a PC
You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-440X directly to the Ethernet port on your PC
using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP-440X
with the factory configured default IP address.
After connecting the VP-440X to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center .
2. Click Change Adapter Settings .
3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and click Change
settings of this connection .
The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network adapter appears
as shown in
Figure 5 .
Figure 5: Local Area Connection Properties Window
4. Highlight either Internet Protocol Version 6 (TCP/IPv6) or Internet Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4) depending on the requirements of your IT system.