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2.2 Setting the camera over the WAN
The camera could be connected to the WAN directly. You need to set the static or dynamic WAN IP
address assigned by the ISP (Internet Service Provider).
2.2.1 Static IP Connection
Connecting the network camera with static IP directly
You can also save the static IP in the camera and directly connect it to the internet without using a
router. Details are as follow.
Figure2-3 Connecting the network camera with static IP directly
Connecting the network camera via a router
Steps:
1. Connect the network camera to the router.
2. Assign a LAN IP address, the subnet mask and the gateway.
3. Save the static IP in the router.
4. Set port mapping, E.g., 80, 8000 and 554 ports. The steps for port mapping vary depending on different
routers. Please call the router manufacturer for assistance with port mapping.
5. Visit the network camera through a web browser or Milesight VMS over the internet.
Figure 2-4 Connecting the network camera via a router using static IP
2.2.2 Dynamic IP Connection
Connecting the network camera via a router
