Internet access is required for all stations and clients. If your device is on an internal (closed) network, this is done
by setting up proxy server settings, typically handled by the on-site IT department. Additionally, you must enter the proper
DNS Server and DNS Host configuration for your network on the device.
Prerequisites:
- A platform connection to the remote device.
- For a device behind a network firewall, appropriate DNS Host name and DNS Server IP address(es) for your network.
- In the platform TCP/IP Configuration view, enter the appropriate values for the following properties:
DNS Domain (ex: company.net)
DNSv4Servers (add a field for one or more DNS Servers, enter the appropriate IP address for each)
- Click Save.
Upon saving your changes you are prompted to reboot the device.
CAUTION: From a cybersecurity perspective, it is crucial that your station is not exposed to the Internet. The CloudConnector component requires an outbound connection from your station to the Internet, but should not allow incoming connections to your
stations from the Internet. For this reason, we strongly recommend following the best practices and steps in the Niagara 4 Hardening Guide, which is available on:
https://www.tridium.com/us/en/services-support/library.