Selecting a Network Configuration

The ICM includes four Ethernet ports and a built-in wireless access point (WAP) that can be configured in a variety of ways to meet your vessel’s needs.

Ethernet Ports and Wireless Access Point

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Some of the most common configurations can be set up directly from the TracPhone V7-HTS web interface or the mini-VSAT Manager:

Option

Description

Standard HTS

Port 1: Unlimited LAN

Ports 2-4, Wi-Fi: High-speed LAN with access control

Static IP HTS

Port 1: Unlimited LAN

Ports 2-3, Wi-Fi: High-speed LAN with access control
Port 4: Accessory LAN (reserved for optional service such as Global Static IP, KVH Media Server, external MTA, or Crew Calling)

Open Access HTS

Port 1: Unlimited LAN

Ports 2-3, Wi-Fi: High-speed LAN with unrestricted access
Port 4: Accessory LAN (reserved for optional service such as Global Static IP, KVH Media Server, external MTA, or Crew Calling)

If your vessel requires a custom configuration, please contact KVH Network Services at networkservices@kvh.com.

Important!

The TracPhone V7-HTS system provides two separate data paths for Internet access:

  • High-speed LAN – Fastest speeds: uses open airtime plan that includes an allotment of data usage; overage charges apply

  • Unlimited LAN – Minimal speeds; uses fixed-rate airtime plan

It is important to understand these differences before you select your ICM network configuration. Also keep in mind that these are separate networks that must not be connected to each other.

To select an ICM network configuration, follow these steps:

  1. At the TracPhone V7-HTS web interface, click the Settings tab. Then click Network Settings.

  2. NOTE: You can also change the ICM’s network configuration at the mini-VSAT Manager (www.mykvh.com). Go to the ICM > Network Configuration section of the Vessel Details page and select Configure Network.

  3. In Network Configuration, click Edit.

  4. Select an option from the Configuration drop-down menu. Then click Save.

  5. Selecting a Network Configuration

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  6. At the confirmation message, click Save.

  7. Follow the additional steps for your chosen configuration:

Standard HTS Configuration

Static IP HTS Configuration

Open Access HTS Configuration

NOTE: Whenever you change the ICM’s network configuration, its built-in wireless access point (WAP) reverts to Off, its default setting.