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M-Series IP Interface and PC Operations
UPnP Configuration
In order to use the Web Interface, the PC may need to be setup to use Universal
Plug and Play (UPnP), which is not normally active on most PCs.
Universal Plug and Play
UPnP is a set of networking protocols that allow devices on a network to
connect automatically, without the need for configuration by a network
expert. The intent of UPnP is to simplify the implementation of networks and
the installation of computer components. A UPnP compatible device from
any vendor can dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address, announce
its name, convey its capabilities upon request, and learn about the presence
and capabilities of other devices.
UPnP devices are "plug-and-play" in that when connected to a network they
automatically announce information about themselves and supported device
and services types, enabling clients that recognize those types to immediately
begin using the device.
M-Series cameras and JCUs are UPnP devices so they broadcast their
presence on the network. A PC configured to accept UPnP broadcasts will
show all UPnP devices discovered under My Network Places, but by default
PCs are not set up to accept UPnP broadcasts.
Users need to activate UPnP on their computers so that M-Series cameras
or JCUs can be found. The JCU and camera use this same process to connect
to one another.
Enabling the UPnP User Interface
In some cases, Windows will discover UPnP devices and provide its own
user interface to control them. Windows Vista and Windows 7 automatically
detect network devices in the "Network" page. If UPnP devices are hidden
a prompt at the top of the screen will ask if you would like to display
hidden devices.
With Windows XP, you can install the optional User Interface (UI) component
using the steps below. This UI component displays a balloon tip for newly discovered
devices and places an icon for each device in the My Network
Places folder. To enable the UPnP UI, follow these steps:
1. Click Start, click Control Panel, and then click
2. Add or Remove Programs. In the Add or Remove Programs dialog box,
click Add/Remove Windows Components.
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