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Chapter 7 | Configure the Time Clock for Remote Access
Icon Time Systems’ Universal Time Clocks (RTC-1000 and SB-100 PRO) are unique because they can be accessed remotely over the
Internet. This feature allows managers to log into the time clock software from home, on the road or from a remote location. If you
have purchased the Web Punch Time Clock upgrade, employees can also clock IN/OUT remotely when away from the office, with
this feature.
Note:
There are many different types, brands, and models of routers and networks. Every business network is different, for
this
reason Icon Time Systems is
unable to and
not responsible for configuring your router for remote setup
.
We recommend that you contact an IT professional or consultants if you are in need of additional troubleshooting help.
Follow these instructions below to set your time clock up with remote access, using Port Forwarding.
System Requirements:
A Broadband Internet connection (Cable, DSL, T1, etc.) at the location of the clock.
Universal Time Clock connected to your network by an Ethernet (i.e. CAT5) cable.
A router with “Port Forwarding” functionality.
Static public/external IP address, although not required, is
highly
recommended. Contact your Internet Service Provider for
a static public/external IP address.
If your business performs PCI Security Scanning for credit card processing, we do not recommend that you set up port forwarding for
remote access on your network, as setup can be complicated and may be incompatible. Some customers choose to set up a separate
network for their time clock, running separately from their credit card processing system.
RECOMMENDATION:
If you are not familiar with port forwarding or your Network configurations, contact your IT
person for assistance. If your company does not have an IT person, consider contacting The Geek
Squad or other IT service company for assistance.
Step 1:
Set Up the Universal Time Clock on the Local Network
Follow the instructions on the Universal Time Clock Quick Start Guide to set up your time clock on the Local Network. Once you are
able to access the Universal Time Clock software Home page from a PC inside your internal/local network, you are ready to
configure the system for remote access.
Step 2: Router Configuration
You will now configure your router for port-forwarding. Port forwarding allows remote computers, for example, computers on the
Internet, to connect to a specific computer or service within a private local area network (LAN).
These instructions include general guidelines for configuring a router for Port Forwarding. Actual steps required may vary with each
router. For specific instructions on your particular router, please contact the router’s manufacturer.
RECOMMENDATION:
For instructions on configuring your specific router, go to the website
www.portforward.com
and select your router brand and model.
