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Chapter 08
Network
Network Status
MENU m → Network → Network Status → ENTER E
You can check the current network and Internet status.
Network Settings
MENU m → Network → Network Settings → ENTER E
Configure network settings to use various smart hub features such as Internet search, content sharing through a home network and feature updates.
Network type
• Wired
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Network Settings (Wired)
Connecting to a Wired Network
There are three ways to attach your product to your LAN using cable.
• You can attach your product to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your product to an external modem using a LAN cable.
See the diagram below.
The Modem Port on the Wall External Modem
(ADSL / VDSL)
LAN
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• Depending on how your network is configured, you may be able to attach your product to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your product directly to a network wall outlet using a LAN cable.
See the diagram below. Note that the wall outlet is attached to a modem or router elsewhere in your house.
The LAN Port on the Wall
LAN
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Modem Cable LAN Cable
• You can attach your product to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your product to an IP Sharer which is connected to an external modem. Use LAN cable for the connection. See the diagram below.
The Modem Port on the Wall External Modem
(ADSL / VDSL)
IP Sharer
(having DHCP server)
LAN
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LAN Cable
If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Modems and routers that support DHCP automatically provide the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values your product needs to access the Internet so you do not have to enter them manually. Most home networks are
Dynamic Networks.
Some networks require a Static IP address. If your network requires a Static IP address, you must enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values manually on your product Cable
Setup Screen when you set up the network connection. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
If you have a Windows computer, you can also get these values through your computer.
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You can use ADSL modems that support DHCP if your network requires a Static IP address.
ADSL modems that support DHCP also let you use Static IP addresses.
Modem Cable LAN Cable LAN Cable
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Set the network connection to use Internet services such as perform software upgrades.
Automatic Network Settings (Wired)
Connect to the network using a LAN cable.
Make sure a LAN cable is connected first.
How to set up automatically
1
Set Network type to Wired from the Network Settings page.
2
Press the Connect button to start Network Settings .
– The Connect button is only enabled when the LAN cable is properly connected.
3
The network test screen appears and verifies the network connection.
When the connection has been verified, the “ Wired network and Internet connection completed.
” message appears.
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If the connection process fails, check the LAN port connection.
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If the automatic process cannot find the network connection values or if you want to set the connection manually, go to the next section, network setup.
Manual Network Settings (Wired)
Offices may use static IP addresses.
If this is the case, ask the network administrator for the IP address, subnet mask, gateway and
DNS server address. Enter these values manually.
Getting the Network Connection Values
To view the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps.
1
Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen.
2
In the pop-up menu that appears, click Status.
3
On the dialog that appears, click the Support tab.
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On the Support Tab, click the Details button. The Network connection values are displayed.
How to set up manually
1
Set Network type to Wired from the Network Settings page.
2
Press the Connect button to start Network Settings .
– The Connect button is only enabled when the LAN cable is properly connected.
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The network test screen appears and the verification process starts. Press Stop . The verification process stops.
4
Select IP Settings on network connection screen. The IP Settings screen appears.
5
Select the field at the top, press E , and then set IP Settings to Enter manually . Repeat the entry process for each field in the IP Address .
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Setting IP Settings to Enter manually automatically changes DNS Setting to Enter manually .
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When done, select OK at the bottom of the page, and then press E . The network test screen appears and the verification process starts.
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When the connection has been verified, the “ Wired network and Internet connection completed.
” message appears.
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AllShare Settings
MENU m → Network → AllShare Settings → ENTER E
Share experiences by connecting a variety of smart devices. Set up Content Sharing .
Content Sharing
Allow other devices on your network, like smart phones and tablets, to share content with your product.
Server Network Settings
MENU m → Network → Server Network Settings → ENTER E
Connect to Server
Connect to MagicInfo server.
• Server Address / SSL / Port
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If the SSL option is enabled, the server is configured to use encrypted.
https and data transfer is
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Enter the server IP address and port number. Use 7001 as the port number. (If unable to connect to the server using port number 7001, check with your server administrator to find the correct port number and then change the port number.)
Server Access
Select a method to connect the server network.
• Allow / Deny
FTP Mode
Specify the FTP operating mode.
• Active / Passive
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Device Name
MENU m → Network → Device Name → ENTER E
Select or enter a device name.
This name can be shown on network remote controls over the network.
• User Input / [Signage]Display 1 ~ 6
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