Detcon MCX-32-N4X - Manual (Page 55)

Model MCX-32
Model MCX-32 Instruction Manual Rev. 2.3 Page 49 of 49
LAN ACCESS:
The interface can be then be accessed via any web browser (i.e. Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla
Firefox, etc.) by typing in the IP Address of the MCX-32:
Example:
DHCP Assigned IP Address: 192.168.0.120
Web Interface Example: http://192.168.0.120
REMOTE ACCESS:
To access the MCX-32 from outside of the local network, a VPN will need to be configured or Port Forwarding
to allow web traffic to flow to the device.
Again, the exact instructions for configuring a VPN or Port
Forwarding will be completely dependent upon the network type, equipment and security requirements for
each customer and site. Consultation with an IT representative or consultant is recommended to ensure that
security and service is not compromised for other devices on the local network.
WHAT IS DHCP?
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network protocol that is used to configure network
devices so that they can communicate on an IP network. A DHCP client uses the DHCP protocol to acquire
configuration information, such as an IP address, a default route and one or more DNS server addresses from
a DHCP server. The DHCP client then uses this information to configure its host. Once the configuration
process is complete, the host is able to communicate on the internet.
The DHCP server maintains a database of available IP addresses and configuration information. When it
receives a request from a client, the DHCP server determines the network to which the DHCP client is
connected, and then allocates an IP address or prefix that is appropriate for the client, and sends configuration
information appropriate for that client.
DHCP servers typically grant IP addresses to clients only for a limited interval. DHCP clients are responsible
for renewing their IP address before that interval has expired, and must stop using the address once the
interval has expired, if they have not been able to renew it.