Broadband (DSL) Provider Check Sheet

The purpose of this reference sheet is to provide a list of questions you should ask a broadband internet provider such as a DSL company, cable modem company, or other broadband providers for use with a digital video recorder.

Some of these questions may appear to be a bit technical but is necessary that a correct Internet provider is used.

Please contact ESLI if you have any questions. Also, be sure to tell your provider that you are installing a digital video recorder with Internet connection for additional help.

• Ask for Static IP

  • A Static IP is needed and not a Dynamic IP. As static IP address has a constant address (i.e. 192.168.4.00) and never changes. A Dynamic IP address will rotate a IP address. In order to view your DVR remotely you need a constant IP address to logon.

   

• Using Cable

  • In the case of using cable, ask the provider if it is OK to run services. Many times if using a cable modem provider the Authorized Usage Policy will prohibit the use of services or remote Access to a machine

   

• Using "NAT"

  • Ask if the connection will be using NAT or will a computer be assigned a
    Public IP?

   

• Router Name , Address and Model

  • If a router is used what is the router name , address and model? Will the provider manage the router? If ports need to be forwarder who will
    do this?

All information is the sole view & property of ESLI Surveillance LLC and may be used only with written permission of ESLI Surveillance LLC. As with all advice listed on eyespyli.com or other publications, we try to give you a starting point. All CCTV jobs are different and individual needs and requirements need to be taken into consideration. Please check with one of our trained representatives with your specific requirements before starting any job.