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CHAPTER 11 Supported Networks and Operation
This Appendix discusses the typical network configuration that is supported and
explains how the eyesite 550 operates on a LAN, over the Internet, and over a regular
phone line. This section will touch on many concepts of both Ethernet and IP based
networks. A basic knowledge of these concepts is highly recommended as they are
beyond the scope of this User Guide.
Basic Operation
The eyesite 550 allows for up to 384kbps of IP video, audio, and data over 10/100
Base-T Ethernet connections. This allows the use of existing networks and Internet
connections to supply high quality video transmission without the expense of a
regular ISDN call.
Basic Network Configuration
The eyesite 550 supports 10/100 Base-T connection over IP based networks using
static and dynamic (DHCP) settings for IP address and subnet mask. This allows
users to make calls on a local network from one IP address to another. There is
support for a default gateway, IP port mapping and/or port forwarding. This concept
is discussed below in the Internet Connectivity section. Using the same local area
network (LAN) is the easiest way to configure two eyesite 550 systems (plug both
systems into a network hub/switch).
Give both systems a unique IP address and the same subnet mask and make a call
between them:
• Box A IP address = 10.1.20.1, subnet mask= 255.255.255.0
• Box B IP address = 10.1.20.2, subnet mask= 255.255.255.0