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CONFIGURATION
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5.7.2 Advanced Settings-Dynamic DNS (NO-IP Configuration)
Dynamic DNS is an option for remote monitoring if a static WAN IP address is not available or
not yet assigned. When Dynamic DNS is activated, the Vanguard 3G radio modem will
register its dynamically assigned IP address with NO-IP’s application, allowing the user to
login to the device remotely without knowing the IP address of the Vanguard 3G radio
modem.
A number of providers offer services to track dynamic IP addresses and map them to
constant domain names. The Vanguard 3G product supports connection with NO-IP.com, one
provider of this service.
NOTE:
As it is more reliable CalAmp recommends the use of a static IP whenever possible.
Figure 28 - Dynamic DNS (NO-IP Configuration) Setup Screen
NO-IP: Enable/Disable (disabled by default)
User at NO-IP.com: User name setup at NO-IP.com. This information is required when
logging into your account.
NOIP Password: Password used when logging into your account at NO-IP.
Hostname: This is unique domain name setup on your NO-IP account. This is the domain
name entered into a browser to remotely login to the Vanguard 3G radio modem. You may
have multiple host names registered on the same account. See section below for instructions
to set up NO IP account and host name.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Do not assign more than one Vanguard 3G unit the same domain name.
Update Interval: This setting determines how often the device will update its IP
information at NO-IP. The IP addresses assigned by the carrier are dynamic; therefore it is
necessary to update the registered IP periodically. Setting a high value in this field may cause
extended periods of no connection but will reduce the number of times the Vanguard 3G
registers, decreasing the amount data used on the contract. Setting a low value minimizes
the chance of lost network connection but will increase the total amount of data used on the
contract.
The Vanguard 3G radio modem will always register when first powered up or upon hardware
reset.