Operating instructions

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SD Advanced
AoE Setup
This menu allows conguration of the units ATA over Ethernet (AoE) function. AoE is a network
protocol designed for simple high-performance access of storage devices over Ethernet networks.
Importantly the external storage device must be located on the same network as the unit. AoE does
not rely on network layers such as IP and TCP, making it non routable i.e. routers cannot be used
to forward a packet across disparate networks. AoE packets can only travel within a single local
Ethernet storage area network (adds a physical layer of security to the information). The stored
video can only be accessed by plugging directly into an ethernet socket in the same LAN as the
host. This means AoE cannot be accessed over the Internet or other IP networks, but makes AoE
more lightweight (with less load on the host), easier to implement, provides a layer of inherent
security, and offers higher performance.
Note: Refer to Viewer Menu->Copy Menu for guidance on exporting Event data via the unit’s
USB port.
Note: For further assistance with AoE setup, please contact Dedicated Micros Technical Support
on Tel: [phone].
Logical Devices Connected AOE Devices - Any devices in this panel are being
used by the unit to store data. They can be freed by clicking on
the Release button.