KRAMER: SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY
Connecting the VP-81K 8x1 UXGA / Audio Switcher
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6.4 Controlling the VP-81K via the Ethernet Port
You can connect the
VP-81K
via the ETHERNET in the following ways:
For direct connection to the PC, use a crossover cable (see section 6.4.1)
For connection via a network hub or network router, use a straight-through
cable (see section 6.4.2)
6.4.1
Connecting the ETHERNET Port Directly to a PC (Crossover Cable)
You can connect the Ethernet port of the
VP-81K
to the Ethernet port on your
PC, via a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.
This type of connection is recommended for identifying the
VP-81K
with the factory configured default IP address
After connecting the Ethernet port, configure your PC as follows:
1. Right-click the My Network Places icon on your desktop.
2. Select
Properties
.
3. Right-click Local Area Connection Properties.
4. Select
Properties
.
The Local Area Connection Properties window appears.
5. Select the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click the
Properties
Button (see
Figure 7).
Figure 7: Local Area Connection Properties Window
6. Select Use the following IP address, and fill in the details as shown in
Figure 8.
