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Connecting a laptop to ODV with a direct connection

Connecting a laptop to ODV with a direct connection

NOTE: The default static IP address of the ODV is 10.20.30.40. This cannot be changed. 


  1. Insert the usb/Ethernet adapter to a usb port on the laptop or PC. (Picture in step #4.)
  2. Search for ETHERNET SETTINGS.


3. Select EDIT and set the IP address to ’10.20.30.100’. Subnet mask to ‘255.255.255.0’ and select SAVE.


4. Below is a picture of a laptop connected directly to the ODV using a usb to Ethenet adapter and network crossover cable. (Depending on the laptop/PC, a standard network cable can be used.)


5. To test the connection, open a browser and type in the static ODV Ethernet address ’10.20.30.40’. 

6. This should open the ODV web page.