Configure dhcp – Epiphan Networked VGA Grid User Manual
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Networked VGA Grid User Guide
1-3 Configure Network Settings
Label
Description/Options
Default Gateway
The network node that serves as an access point to the rest of the network. This value
cannot be blank unless you are using DCHP. Specify the system’s IP address if you don’t
have a default gateway on your network.
DNS Server
The domain name system server (DNS server) translates human-readable hostnames
into corresponding IP addresses. Specify the system’s IP address if you don’t have a
DNS server on your network. This value cannot be blank unless you are using DHCP.
MTU Size
The maximum transmission unit (MTU) specifies the maximum packet size for transfer
on the network. The default value is 1500, which is the largest value allowed by
Ethernet at the network layer. It’s best if all nodes in your network use the same value,
so only change this value if you know other nodes use a different value.
Configure DHCP
Occasionally, such as when moving your system to a new network, your Networked VGA Grid must switch from
static IP address allocation to dynamic allocation via DHCP. You can accomplish this three ways:
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Restore factory settings, clearing all your custom settings. See
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Load a configuration file that uses DHCP networking. See
Load a saved device configuration
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Apply a configuration preset that uses DHCP networking. See
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Change the network settings. See the procedure below.
To configure use of DHCP for networking:
1. Connect to the admin interface using your preferred connection mechanism. See
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2. Login as admin.
3. Select the Network link in the Configuration menu; the network configuration page opens.
4. Select the radio button use DHCP, if not already selected.
5. Change the MTU Size value only if needed. See the table below for information on maximum
transmission unit (MTU) values.
6. Click Apply to save the changes; the changes are saved and a message appears asking you to reboot.
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