Connection Settings

Connection Settings

You must configure the connection settings for DSApp to communicate with your FTP Server. 

You will require the FTP Server Name, the user name and password for the FTP folder in which you will find your linked Files.

You may require the assistance of your IT Administrator.

 

Connect to FTP Server

  1. Tap in the CONNECTION TYPE field to show the list of configuration types allowed by DSApp. Currently, only File Transfer Protocol (FTP) is allowed, and is selected by default.
  2. Tap in the SERVER NAME field to enter the address of the FTP Server, entered either as an IP or URL address. e.g. 192.168.1.20 or serveraddress.com
  3. Enter the USER NAME for accessing the correct folder in the FTP Server.
  4. Enter the PASSWORD for accessing the correct folder in the FTP Server.
  5. Next, you will link files.
  6. At any stage, you can click CANCEL at the bottom of the page to return to the Home.

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