Thanks. Networking is my weak point. I'm confused by this step though:
"Add a similar IP to Dahua so it can log into IE. For example: '192.168.1.55' (you can use any number between 1-254 and not only .55 - just do not use .108 so it doesn't conflict with the Dahua IP)."
Prior to this stage we've set up the 2nd NIC for the POE switch right?
So what are we setting up in this stage downwards? What is "Dahua" here? The cameras, the BI Server on the 1st NIC or are these still settings for the POE switch on the 2nd NIC?
Does this interface exist within the cameras ie are we changing this in the camera interface or is this still in the 2nd NIC?
Also, if still for the 2nd NIC do we need to configure the 1st NIC or does it get it's information straight from the Router.
This is where I'm getting confused.
Dahua equipment is factory set to boot with a static IP of 192.168.1.108.
You should add the 192.168.1.55 IP to the second NIC that connects your cameras. Performing this step allows you to add new cameras without the need for changing the IP address of the 2nd NIC (192.168.55.10) in the BI computer. This step is optional, but it will be a time saver when adding new cams.
If you choose not to, when adding a new camera you'll need to:
- Set the camera (2nd) NIC to a 192.168.1.x (not .108) address. (This will break communication with all existing cameras)
- Plug in new cam, assign a static IP on the new cam
- Change the camera (2nd) NIC BACK to the IP (192.168.55.10) you previously assigned it (This will restore communication to existing cameras)
- Complete the process of setting up the new cam and adding to BI, etc
There are other methods to initialize a new camera using a second computer, but it will require a PoE injector or switch & most likely involve temporarily changing the second machine's IP as noted above
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Also, if still for the 2nd NIC do we need to configure the 1st NIC or does it get it's information straight from the Router.
The 1st NIC will receive its IP info from the router (via DHCP). However, most here set a static IP to the first NIC, as well. This ensures the same IP will used when accessing the UI3. It should be noted, the static assignment to NIC#1 should be within the network range of what the router currently uses on it's LAN connections.