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Configure Ethernet & IP

Use this guide to connect the OV20i camera to your computer or network and assign a valid IP address.

Direct Connection​

  1. Connect camera's Ethernet to laptop using a standard CAT5e/6 cable.
  2. Power on camera (M12 or terminal).
  3. Set your computer's network adapter to same subnet:
    • Example: Camera IP = 192.168.0.100
    • Set PC to 192.168.0.1, subnet 255.255.255.0
  4. Access camera UI via browser: http://192.168.0.100

Network Switch Setup​

  1. Connect camera to managed or unmanaged switch.
  2. Ensure switch doesn't block unknown IPs.
  3. Use IP scanner tool (e.g., Zenmap) to detect camera IP.
  4. Access UI and follow same login steps.

Changing the IP Address​

  1. Log in to the camera's web interface.
  2. Go to System Settings > Network Settings
  3. Enter new IP, Subnet, and Gateway.
  4. Save and reboot camera.
note

Changing the IP will drop your current session.

What's a Subnet?​

  • Subnet defines devices that can talk without routing.
  • Usually 255.255.255.0 (i.e., only the last digit differs).
  • Both PC and camera must be on the same subnet for access.

Troubleshooting​

  • No UI shows up? Confirm subnet and try pinging IP.
  • Switch blocks camera? Unplug/replug both ends to reset switch table.
  • Still not found? Use micro-USB debug or default IP fallback.

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