Using the controller networking information

Use the System Diagnostics tool (Tools menu > System Diagnostics) to use controller networking information.

View the information, including:

  • Network type
  • Connection status
  • MAC address
  • IP address
  • Subnet mask
  • Gateway
  • DHCP status
  • DNS server information

To use controller networking information:

  1. Start Composer Pro and connect to a Director.
  1. From the Tools menu, select System Diagnostics, and then click the Controller Networking tab.
  1. Ensure that the network information shown is reflective of your network.
  1. To test your Internet connection, click the Test Internet Connection button. The screen displays the current status of networking services, including the CD & DVD Lookup Service, Media Web Service, and Updates Web Service.

    2. This screens shows that the example services failed.

  1. Click Close to exit the dialog box.