A16.D16, A32 and D64 User Guide Contents
SSL Network I/O Controller
Installing Network I/O Controller
When an A16.D16, A32 or D64 is used without an SSL console, configuration and control is achieved
using the SSL Network I/O Controller PC application. This can be downloaded from the SSL website
as part of the Network I/O Stagebox upgrade package or as a standalone installer.
Locate and run the Network I/O Controller installer and follow the on-screen prompts to install the
application.
Network Configuration - PC
Once Network I/O Controller is installed, connect the Windows PC to the same subnet as the
Network I/O. The SSL Network I/O Controller application uses the network adapters configured in
Dante Controller for communication. Before starting Network I/O Controller first open Dante
Controller and select the network adaptors connected to the Dante network. ‘Use shared Dante
interface’ must be selected to ensure all applications using the Dante network use the correct
adaptors. Subsequent changes to network settings may require Network I/O Controller to be
restarted.
TCP/IP is used to communicate with the unit, so check Windows firewall settings if communications
are not working.
Set the computer to ‘Never Sleep’ to maintain communication.
Network Configuration - Device
Unless shipped as part of a preconfigured system, Network I/O units are set to obtain an IP address
automatically.
If the IP settings need to be changed to a fixed address – to match the network environment in
which the unit is to be installed – this can be achieved using the Dante Controller application.
Remember that the computer’s network adapter configuration will also need to be updated to match
the Network I/O.
For additional information see the Dante Controller section.
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