Connecting the Brivo Controller to the Internet

Connecting the Brivo Controller to the Internet

Overview

The Brivo controller has the ability to connect to the Internet using an Ethernet connection (recommended) or Wi-Fi.  The following are instructions on how to implement each type of connection.

Identify the Type of Control Panel You Have

Brivo IPDC Internet Connection
Brivo ACS300 Internet Connections
Brivo ACS6000 Internet Connections
Ethernet Connection

Connecting to Wi-Fi

Get Ready

  • Computer (PC, Laptop, or Mac) with Ethernet (RJ-45) cable connection
  • Ethernet patch cord
  • The Brivo system must be powered on

Perform These Steps

  • Deactivate the internet connection on the computer (disconnect from any Wi-Fi network, for example)
  • Using the patch cord, connect the computer to the port labeled ADMIN on the Brivo controller (see diagrams above to identify your controller)

  1. Open an Internet browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Edge) and enter 192.168.207.1 in the address bar.
  2. A pop-up appears (if pop-ups are blocked, unblock them)
  3. Enter the username cli and the password new5cli
  4. Navigate to Networking >> WiFi
  5. Enable WiFi
  6. Enter the SSID (network name) EXACTLY as it appears - We suggest using the Scan Network button to select the network which ensures the SSID is correct
  7. Enter the Wi-Fi password EXACTLY as it is set up - it is case sensitive
  8. Click SAVE at the bottom of the page


9.  Test the connection by navigating to Networking >> Troubleshooting
10. The system will take about 30 seconds to diagnose the network connections and then the following output appears.  If there is a red FAIL listed, connecting to the Internet may not be successful and further network diagnostics are required.  For example, check the SSID and/or Password, or verify that a firewall is not blocking connectivity.