DoorKing 1838 Telephone Access Plus - Manual (Page 15)

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1.8 Network Connections
There are a number of ways to communicate with the 1838 Access Plus via a network connection.
Before any programming can be attempted, you need to install the 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 programming software help guide and refer to section 2.3 for setup
information.
Using a network connection, you can connect to the 1838 Access Plus 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 1838 Access Plus using a
commercially available crossover cable.
 Locally by connecting the computer to the 1838 Access Plus 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 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 with an internet connection. You will also need a
registered DDNS host name.