2.2
Network Connections
2.2.1 DHCP and Static IP Connections
When a PC logs onto a network, it obtains an Internet Protocol (IP)
address in one of two ways by Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP) (Figure 2-1 Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)) or by
Static IP (Figure 2-2).
DHCP simplifies network administration by automatically assigning IP
addresses rather than requiring configuration by a network administrator.
However, this method of connection may not be the best choice for all
users of the console.
When connecting a device via DHCP, a different IP address may be
assigned each time the device connects to the network. Depending on
network settings, the IP address may also change while the device is
connected as a result of IP lease expiration. Due to its unpredictable
nature, DHCP is recommended for use only on managed networks in
which IP address assignment is carried out against a MAC address;
under these conditions, the SiteSentinel® iSite™ will always be
assigned the same IP address as defined on the server table.
To set up a network connection for the system, navigate to the
Networking
section of the
System Settings
menu and select the
preferred network connection method.
If DHCP is selected
, the SiteSentinel® iSite™ will automatically be
assigned an IP address by the network. No additional user input is
required to connect.
If Static IP is selected
, users are required to input IP address, gateway
address, and DNS server information for the SiteSentinel® iSite™
system. Once this information is saved, remote connections can be
established by network users.
Figure 2-1 Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Figure 2-2 Static IP
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