Hello,
I want to access my M1G from outside my home network. The unit is in my second home that is undergoing some renovation, so remotely arming / disarming, monitoring, etc. is pretty important, I don't want to be managing temporary codes for all the contractors!
Let me start by saying that while I am quite computer savvy, I am not terribly network savvy. I do know how to access my router's configuration, had done the port forwarding, etc., and have read the M1XEP manuals, but networking, and all the acronyms are just not my gift! I am able to access the M1XEP using RP software, and even had MyKeyPad working on my smart phone. I tried updating the M1XEP DNS addresses, and after that I could "see" the M1XEP, but could not connect. Thanks to another posting here I was able to reset the M1XEP by powering up with the jumpers connected, etc. I can now connect again using RP, however the smart phone will not connect, and I know I do not have things configured for true internet access that I really need.
From an Elk test program I have the following information from the M1XEP:
Name: Wireless Network Connection
Desc: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection - Packet Scheduler Miniport
MAC: 88FF1B3132DC
DHCP/Static: DHCP
IP Addr: 192.168.1.106
Mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.1.1
ID: {F440A509-E6CB-4F38-8DE6-42D65257F305}
Speed: 54000000
Multicast: True
Status: Up
DHCP Server 1: 192.168.1.1
DNS 1: 167.206.251.130
DNS 2: 167.206.251.129
Possible problems:
Windows Firewall is not enabled on this computer. However, other third-party firewalls may be enabled, but this utility cannot detect them. If you have trouble finding or connecting to an M1XEP, try temporarily disabling any firewalls that may be installed.
I know I need (or suspect I need) a domain server, presumably freedns.com would meet this need, and I need some information from my cable company (Optimum), but everywhere I turn I get questions I cannot seem to answer! Is there a (complete) Idiots Guide to setting up remote access? I've seen many posts that the M1XEP is wonderful, but a pain to configure. I tried to see if Elk could recommend an installer in the area (I'm in Northwestern Connecticut) but I heard nothing back. My installer knew M1G pretty well, but not much about the M1XEP and remote access, I'm not above paying for help!
Help! (Thanks in advance!)
I want to access my M1G from outside my home network. The unit is in my second home that is undergoing some renovation, so remotely arming / disarming, monitoring, etc. is pretty important, I don't want to be managing temporary codes for all the contractors!
Let me start by saying that while I am quite computer savvy, I am not terribly network savvy. I do know how to access my router's configuration, had done the port forwarding, etc., and have read the M1XEP manuals, but networking, and all the acronyms are just not my gift! I am able to access the M1XEP using RP software, and even had MyKeyPad working on my smart phone. I tried updating the M1XEP DNS addresses, and after that I could "see" the M1XEP, but could not connect. Thanks to another posting here I was able to reset the M1XEP by powering up with the jumpers connected, etc. I can now connect again using RP, however the smart phone will not connect, and I know I do not have things configured for true internet access that I really need.
From an Elk test program I have the following information from the M1XEP:
Name: Wireless Network Connection
Desc: Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2915ABG Network Connection - Packet Scheduler Miniport
MAC: 88FF1B3132DC
DHCP/Static: DHCP
IP Addr: 192.168.1.106
Mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.1.1
ID: {F440A509-E6CB-4F38-8DE6-42D65257F305}
Speed: 54000000
Multicast: True
Status: Up
DHCP Server 1: 192.168.1.1
DNS 1: 167.206.251.130
DNS 2: 167.206.251.129
Possible problems:
Windows Firewall is not enabled on this computer. However, other third-party firewalls may be enabled, but this utility cannot detect them. If you have trouble finding or connecting to an M1XEP, try temporarily disabling any firewalls that may be installed.
I know I need (or suspect I need) a domain server, presumably freedns.com would meet this need, and I need some information from my cable company (Optimum), but everywhere I turn I get questions I cannot seem to answer! Is there a (complete) Idiots Guide to setting up remote access? I've seen many posts that the M1XEP is wonderful, but a pain to configure. I tried to see if Elk could recommend an installer in the area (I'm in Northwestern Connecticut) but I heard nothing back. My installer knew M1G pretty well, but not much about the M1XEP and remote access, I'm not above paying for help!
Help! (Thanks in advance!)