Network setup AX: Difference between revisions
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AX ringing systems do not require static IP addresses or port forwarding through your firewall. The Chime Center's switchboard will make sure that only you have control of your bells. Best practices should be followed whenever connecting anything other than computers and printers to your network and the Internet. The following are a few suggestions that you should consider. The easiest are at the top and should be complied with first. | AX ringing systems do not require static IP addresses or port forwarding through your firewall. The Chime Center's switchboard will make sure that only you have control of your bells. Best practices should be followed whenever connecting anything other than computers and printers to your network and the Internet. The following are a few suggestions that you should consider. The easiest are at the top and should be complied with first. | ||
=== Ringing system === | |||
* Change the default login PIN number for the login screen. Users with this code can use the front panel remote screen to authenticate remote access. You can use up to 10 digits. | * Change the default login PIN number for the login screen. Users with this code can use the front panel remote screen to authenticate remote access. You can use up to 10 digits. | ||
* Use a strong password to login to Chime Center. | * Use a strong password to login to Chime Center. | ||
* Do not simultaneously use the wired Ethernet connection and the WiFi antenna connection. Make sure the Access Point is set to Off (see above) if you are connected to a network. | * Do not simultaneously use the wired Ethernet connection and the WiFi antenna connection. Make sure the Access Point is set to Off (see above) if you are connected to a network. | ||
* Do not connect the ringing system directly to the Internet without a firewall (router based or dedicated). | * Do not connect the ringing system directly to the Internet without a firewall (router based or dedicated). | ||
=== Your network === | |||
* Use a strong WiFi password on your router or access point. | * Use a strong WiFi password on your router or access point. | ||
* Test your firewall for unneeded open ports. Gibson Research provides the [https://www.grc.com/shieldsup Shields Up!] tool. After clicking the Proceed button, click the All Service Ports button to begin testing. | * Test your firewall for unneeded open ports. Gibson Research provides the [https://www.grc.com/shieldsup Shields Up!] tool. After clicking the Proceed button, click the All Service Ports button to begin testing. | ||