
VISTA-ICM Installation and Setup Guide
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Installing a Router or Wireless Access Point
A router is the easiest and least expensive way to setup a home network. If the home
has a network or an Internet connection, it probably already has a router.
NOTE:
If a router is already installed in the home and you are connecting the VISTA-
ICM to the home network, skip this procedure and continue on to connecting a computer.
The router must be installed and configured according to the installation instructions
supplied by the router manufacturer.
Installing an Ethernet Hub or Switch
Connect an Ethernet hub or switch when there are more network devices than ports on
the router. Connect the uplink port on the hub or switch to one of the Ethernet ports on
the router.
The following general restrictions exist for all Ethernet hubs and switches:
•
Each Ethernet device must be home-run from the device to the hub.
•
Ethernet cables must be at least Category 5 cable (CAT5). CAT5e is preferred since
a single CAT5e cable can support gigabit Ethernet.
•
Ethernet does not support daisy chaining, however, it is possible to add another hub
or switch in a remote location. No more than four hubs can be between any two
Ethernet devices on a Local Area Network.
PC or Tablet
Computer
(Optional)
SECURITY
VISTA - ICM
HVAC*
6100 ICM
*REQUIRES
ADDITIONAL
HARDWARE
INTERNET
Broadcast Modem (Optional)
(DSL, Wireless, Cable)
Wireless
Router
PDA or
Web Tablet
(Optional)
WAN
LAN
Ethernet Switch (or Hub)
UP Link
IP Camera
VISTA-ICM-001-V0
Figure 2 - Adding a switch for more Ethernet ports