User's Manual Part 2

Access / One
®
Network
Getting Started 25
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Non-DHCP Server Environment
In the absence of a DHCP server, Strix modules utilize zero configuration
networking protocols to allocate IP addresses. In this case, modules will
automatically select unique and non-conflicting IP addresses, enabling users to
statically configure the modules and manage the Strix network effectively.
FTP Server
An FTP (or secure FTP) server is required to transfer firmware and configuration data
from distribution media to Access/One Network modules. Software distribution via
an FTP server relies on user accounts to maintain security.
Access/One Network modules are capable of specifying a user name and password
(including anonymous) to log into an FTP server. Directory access may be
configurable based on the FTP server software, so files related to your Access/One
Network may be available only to Access/One Network modules. TFTP is not
currently supported.
Some examples of FTP servers include:
◗ Windows 200X Server
◗ Linux
◗ Sun OS
◗ Many shareware/freeware implementations
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For Access/One Network to operate properly in the automatic mode, IP
gateway, DNS server or DHCP server IP addresses must be configured
correctly.
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Access/One Network firmware and configuration files must be
transferred and distributed throughout your Access/One Network from
the Manager/One interface, using the FTP configuration parameters you
provide. Any other method for transferring and distributing files is not
supported by Strix Systems.