WIFI-BUDDY QuickStart Guide
How does WIFI-BUDDY Stream Data?
Background
WIFI-BUDDY uses a private network to stream data between the WIFI-BUDDY and your PC.
The TH1 Module collects data while the Wi-Fi adapter transmits the data to the PC. This set-up
uses a static IP configuration to create a temporary, private network to stream data.
What is an IP Address?
An IP address is a unique number assigned to every device on a TCP/IP network. Just like your
physical home address lets people know where to send your birthday card, IP addresses
identify computers and devices and lets them communicate with each other.
What is a Static IP Configuration?
A static IP address is an IP address that was manually configured for a device instead of one
that was assigned by a DHCP server. It's called static because it doesn't change vs. a dynamic
IP address, which does change
Once your device is assigned a static IP address, that number typically stays the same until the
device is decommissioned or your network architecture changes.
What is the Difference between Static and Dynamic IP
Configuration?
Creates a private network between
the PC, Routers and Adapters
Use to connect to Facility Wi-Fi
- Creates private network
between PC, Routers and
Adapters
- Can perform standard
internet based tasks, like
connecting to the Internet
- Do not need to use Purkay
Labs router
- Cannot connect to Email or
other Internet based
Applications
- Will need to run set-up via
Security
- Can connect to the Internet
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