This installation guide provides instructions for installing the AXIS 243Q Blade Video Server on your network.
This guide provides step‑by‑step instructions for installing the Axis 243Q Blade Video Server in a network environment. It includes a hardware overview, details on DIP switch settings, power and network connectors, and LED indicator meanings.
The document also explains how to assign four IP addresses (one per video input), set the root password, and use alternative methods such as ARP/Ping or Axis Camera Management for network configuration. Additional information on mounting the blade in the AXIS 291 1U rack and troubleshooting is provided.
| Video inputs | 4 video sources (VIDEO 1‑VIDEO 4) |
|---|---|
| Maximum coaxial cable length | 800 ft (250 m) |
| Power input | 100‑240 V AC, 50‑60 Hz, 1.9 A |
| Network speed | 10/100/1000 Mbps (RJ‑45) |
| Default video input termination | Enabled (DIP switch ON) |
The AXIS 243Q Blade must be assigned four IP addresses, one for each video input.
Press the Control Button on the blade to reset the video server to its factory default settings.
The recommended maximum length for 75 Ω coaxial video cable is 800 feet (250 meters).