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18.0
Using the Web Server
The FleX-Net™ Web Server allows remote monitoring from any computer on the same
network as the Fire Alarm Control Panel. The Web Server displays much of the same
information that appears on any annunciator connected to the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
18.1
Setting up the Web Server
To set up the Web Server you must:
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Connect the Ethernet cable.
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Configure the Fire Alarm Control Panel.
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Ping the Fire Alarm Control Panel to verify the connection.
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Configure the web browser.
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Access the Web Server in the browser.
Follow the instructions below to complete these steps.
18.1.1
Connecting the Ethernet cable
Connect the Ethernet cable
1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the main board (MD-871A) of the
node. The port is labelled P7 and is in the bottom left corner of the mounted board.
2. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to a computer, a router, or a switch.
18.1.2
Configuring the Fire Alarm Control Panel
You need to follow this procedure only for the node that is connected by Ethernet.
Configure the Fire Alarm Control Panel for the Web Server
1. Connect your computer to the Fire Alarm Control Panel, and then open the Configurator.
See chapter 2 for details.
2. In the Configurator, open the version of the job that is active on the panel.
3. Select
the
Node
that you connected the Ethernet cable to.
Note:
You must purchase a Web Server license in order to use the Web Server. You
must purchase a license for each job.
Note:
Connect FleX-Net™ only over secure networks.
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