Simple networks – Grass Valley Profile XP Aug 16 2004 User Manual
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Simple Networks
23 July 2004
Profile XP System Guide
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Simple Networks
Both the Windows NT network and the Profile video network can accommodate large
local area networks and wide area networks which can require advanced computer
systems expertise to design, install, and maintain. Setting up these kinds of networks is
beyond the scope of this chapter. However, in many applications a simple network is all
that’s needed. For example, you may want a video network connection between the main
and backup Profile XP systems, or perhaps you need a simple ethernet connection
between a Profile XP system and a PC to run Profile applications remotely. This chapter
was designed with these applications in mind.
Procedures in this chapter make these assumptions:
• For existing networks - If you are connecting to an existing local or wide area
network, you will consult with the network administrator to obtain the information
you need to set up each Profile XP on the network.
• For new networks - All network devices are connected to a hub or switch and are
running Windows NT Workstation. If you are installing a server, for example
Windows NT Server, you must consult the vendor documentation.
Whatever your networking need or level of expertise, Grass Valley can help you when
you are ready to expand your network. More information about networking can be
obtained from Grass Valley, your consultant, advisor, and commercially available
books.
Profile XP systems with both video network options installed
The Profile XP supports installation of both the Fibre Channel and Ethernet video
network options. This allows greater flexibility in how you move media within your
system. You may choose to use Fibre Channel connectivity for local high speed
transfers, while Ethernet provides transfer capability over commercially available
networks.
When both Fibre Channel and Ethernet video network connections exist between two
Profile XP systems, the system software will always use the Fibre Channel network to
perform the transfer request.
If you are setting up a Profile XP system with both network options installed, it is
recommended you install and test one network, then set up and test the other. Refer to
either of the following procedures when you are ready to get started.
• “Setting up a simple video network: Fibre Channel” on page 270