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How Do I Access The Local Management Interface (LMI)?

How Do I Access The Local Management Interface (LMI)?

Using Local Management on ScreenBeam

The Local Management Interface (LMI) can configure and update a single ScreenBeam.� The different procedures for accessing the LMI are described below.

Method 1� works with any source device (Windows, Apple, Google) and is applicable to the ScreenBeam 1100 Plus, 1100, and 1000.
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Method 2 works with any source device�(Windows, Apple, Google) and is applicable to the ScreenBeam 1100 Plus, 1100, 1000, and 960.
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Method 3 requires a Windows 10 source device with Miracast and is applicable to the ScreenBeam 1100 Plus, 1100, 1000, 960, and 750.
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Method 1: ScreenBeam Local Wi-Fi

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1. The Ready to Connect screen should be visible on the display connected to the ScreenBeam. Locate the ScreenBeam's Wi-Fi name (default is AP-xxxxxx) and password (default is screenbeam) in the lower-left corner of the display.

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2.�Use your device (Windows PC, Mac, etc) to connect to the ScreenBeam's Wi-Fi using the credentials found on the Ready to Connect screen.

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3. Locate the ScreenBeam's management IP address, shown on the bottom of the Ready to Connect screen.

  • If the receiver is not connected to an existing wireless network or LAN, its IP address is 192.168.26.1.

  • If the receiver is connected to a network, the IP address can be identified on the Ready to Connect screen.

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4. Enter this address into the web browser of a PC or Apple device.� The browser may give an error stating ?The connection or site is not secure or private.? Manually accept the connection as follows:

  • For Edge/Chrome:

    • click�Advanced, then click�Proceed.

  • For Internet Explorer:

    • click�Details, then�go to the webpage (not recommended).

  • For Firefox:�

    • click�Advanced

    • then click on�Add Exception

    • then click�Confirm Security Exception.

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5. When the ScreenBeam management page appears, enter the username Administrator and password screenbeam (both case-sensitive).

Note: If screenbeam does not work as a password, try Actiontec
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Method 2: Network Connection via DHCP

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1.�Using a shielded RJ-45-terminated Cat5e or better Ethernet cable, connect the ScreenBeam Ethernet port to a DHCP-enabled network.

2.�The Ready to Connect screen on the display will show the assigned IP address of the ScreenBeam. Enter this address into the web browser of a PC or Apple device on the same network as the ScreenBeam.

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3.�Enter this address into the web browser of a PC or Apple device.� The browser may give an error stating ?The connection or site is not secure or private.? Manually accept the connection as follows:

  • For Edge/Chrome:

    • Click�Advanced

    • Then click�Proceed.

  • For Internet Explorer:

    • Click�Details

    • Then�Go on to the webpage (not recommended).

  • For Firefox:

    • Click�Advanced

    • Then click�Add Exception

    • Then click�Confirm Security Exception.

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4. When the ScreenBeam management page appears, enter the username Administrator and password screenbeam (both case-sensitive).

Note: If screenbeam does not work as a password, try Actiontec
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Note: This method can also be used to connect to the IP address assigned to the Wireless interface of the ScreenBeam once the receiver is connected to a wireless network.
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Method 3: Wireless P2P Direct Connection

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1. Locate the receiver name in the upper left corner of the Ready to Connect screen.

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2. On a Windows 10 device, simultaneously press the Windows Key + K to open the Connect menu. Select the receiver from the list of available devices.

  • If prompted, enter the PIN shown on the display.

  • If no PIN is shown on the display, but the PC still prompts for a PIN, try the default PIN 12345670

  • Then click Connect

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3. Once connected to the ScreenBeam, open a web browser and type 192.168.16.1 into the address bar, then press Enter.�The browser may give an error stating ?The connection or site is not secure or private.? Manually accept the connection as follows:

  • For Edge/Chrome:

    • Click�Advanced

    • Then click�Proceed.

  • For Internet Explorer:

    • Click�Details

    • Then�Go on to the webpage (not recommended).

  • For Firefox:

    • Click�Advanced

    • Then click�Add Exception

    • Then click�Confirm Security Exception.

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4. When the ScreenBeam management page appears, enter the username Administrator and password screenbeam (both case-sensitive).

Note: If screenbeam does not work as a password, try Actiontec

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Managing Multiple Receivers with ScreenBeam Central Management

ScreenBeam Central Management System (CMS) is a highly recommended complementary tool for multi-unit deployment, configuration, and administration.

  1. To obtain CMS software and the CMS User Guide, go to�https://support.screenbeam.com/cms

  2. Refer to the CMS User Guide for setup instructions.