2.3 Zero Configuration Setup
As an alternative to the conventional network configuration, VersaSync can also be set up using
the zero-configuration networking technology ("zeroconf").
Note: Zeroconf only works on DHCP-enabled networks.
When using zeroconf, a TCP/IP network will be created automatically, i.e. without the need for
manual configuration: Once VersaSync's ETH connector is connected to a hub, you can directly
access the VersaSync WebUI, using a standard web browser, without any configuration.
This is made possible because zeroconf utilizes these technologies:
Automatic allocation of network addresses for all connected devices
Automatic distribution and resolution of computer hostnames
Automatic detection of all available network services.
For more information on zeroconf and the multicast Domain Name System, see
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multicast_DNS.
Zeroconf Requirements
Prior to using zeroconf, ensure the following requirements are met:
Your LAN network must have DHCP enabled.
Your VersaSync unit must have DHCP enabled for its ETH0 port (this is the factory
default setting)
Note: Zeroconf is only supported on the ETH0 port.
Check the serial number label on the side of the unit, and write down the last 6 digits of
the MAC 0 address e.g., "0C 00 19"
Windows 7/8 users should install Bonjour Print Services, otherwise access to *.local
addresses will not be possible.
Windows 10 already supports mDNS and DNS-SD, hence there is no need to install
additional software.
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