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6.5

Connecting to the VP-81SIDN 8x1 Digital Step-In
Switcher via Ethernet

You can connect to the VP-81SIDN via Ethernet using either of the following

methods:

Directly to the PC using a crossover cable (see

Section

6.5.1

)

Via a network hub, switch, or router, using a straight-through cable (see

Section

6.5.2

)

Note: If you want to connect via a router and your IT system is based on IPv6,

speak to your IT department for specific installation instructions.

6.5.1

Connecting the Ethernet Port Directly to a PC

You can connect the Ethernet port of the VP-81SIDN directly to the Ethernet port

on your PC using a crossover cable with RJ-45 connectors.

This type of connection is recommended for identifying the VP-81SIDN
with the factory configured default IP address.

After connecting the VP-81SIDN to the Ethernet port, configure your PC as

follows:

1. Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.

2. Click Change Adapter Settings.

3. Highlight the network adapter you want to use to connect to the device and

click Change settings of this connection.

The Local Area Connection Properties window for the selected network

adapter appears as shown in

Figure 7

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