M-VCI – NETGEAR® Router Installation Guide Index | Version 1.0 | April 2011 Robert Bosch LLC
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Appendix A
Static Network Reference
Guide
If your shop network utilizes Static
IP addresses:
f An unused IP address must be
manually entered for the M-VCI
– Subnet mask must match
the network
f Utility such as Look@Lan may
be used to “Map” the network,
visit this site if needed:
– www.lookatlan.com
– Or, contact your network IT
specialist for assistance
f Do not set Static IP address
on both wired and wireless
interfaces of the M-VCI
Select “Use the following
address” to manually enter a valid
IP address and subnet mask.
Appendix B
Wireless Troubleshooting
Guide
Wireless performance can be
affected by many factors:
f Physical obstructions to the
signal (walls)
f Distance from the wireless
access point
f Interference from external
sources
– Other radios or wireless
networks
– Microwave ovens
– Wireless congestion (too
many networks utilizing the
same channel)
Ensure that the wireless router is
in a centralized location.
Position the wireless router as
high as possible in your shop to
assure optimum signal radiation.
If you are experiencing connection
issues:
f Verify the M-VCI functions
correctly using a USB cable
f If you suspect the “WPS”
button on the version 10 router
was pressed then reinstall the
Bosch configuration file into
