DoorKing 1808 Telephone Access Plus - Manual (Page 28)

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1.9.2 Network Connections
There are a number of ways to communicate with the Access Plus unit via a network connection.
Before any programming can be attempted, you need to install the Access Plus Account Manager
programming software on the computer you want to use for this purpose. The computer must have a
network card installed. Follow the instructions in the software help guide and refer to section 2.3 for
setup information.
Using a network connection, you can connect to the Access Plus unit in one of four different ways.
NOTE: Maximum distance on Cat5 wire runs is limited to 325 feet (100 meters).
 Locally with a direct connection from the computer to the Access Plus unit using a
commercially available crossover cable.
 Locally by connecting the computer to the Access Plus unit through a router. This is a Local
Area Network (LAN) connection.
 Through the internet with a static IP address. This is a Wide Area Network (WAN)
connection and will require a router and a DSL or cable modem with an internet connection.
 Through the internet with a dynamic IP address. This is a Wide Area Network (WAN)
connection and will require a router and a DSL or cable modem with an internet connection.
You will also need a registered DDNS host name.