Different ip for each workstation

[Shieldfam]

Hello,

I'm new here and I have got a few questions regarding network activities for the workstations;

- Is it possible to set a different ip for each workstation ? (Whether virtually or with additional hardware)
- Can a computer on the same network send a message for only one of the workstations ?
- Is it possible to communicate with Workstation B, from Workstation A through ip ?

Thank you.

[beast2040]

- Is it possible to set a different ip for each workstation ?

It is possible to assign only local static IPs.

Can a computer on the same network send a message for only one of the workstations ?
- Is it possible to communicate with Workstation B, from Workstation A through ip ?

I think this is possible, provided that the program for sending messages can be run on each of the workplaces

[pdavis]

I ran with different IPs on different workstations for a few months but I did find it caused problems with third party services that used the loopback address (Plex and Emby specifically). There may have been a solution that I didn't know about though.

[beast2040]

A loopback adapter is rarely required.
Try just adding a few static IPs to your network card.

[emmaorabelle]

Hello!

To answer your questions:
Yes, it is possible to assign a different IP address to each workstation, either through virtual network adapters or additional hardware. In Aster, you can set up virtual network adapters by going to Aster Control Panel > Hardware Settings > Network Adapters, and creating a new adapter for each workstation.
Yes, it is possible for a computer on the same network to send a message to only one of the workstations. This can be done by specifying the IP address of the target workstation in the message, or by setting up a dedicated network protocol or service for communication between the two workstations.
Yes, it is possible to communicate with Workstation B from Workstation A through IP. This can be done by specifying the IP address of Workstation B in the network protocol or service used for communication, and configuring any necessary firewall or network settings to allow communication between the two workstations. rankdle

[lucidam]

Hello! I'd be happy to answer your questions about network activities for workstations.

Is it possible to set a different IP for each workstation, whether virtually or with additional hardware?
Yes, it is possible to assign different IP addresses to each workstation on a network. In a typical network setup, each workstation is identified by its unique IP address. The IP address can be assigned manually (static IP) or automatically (dynamic IP) using a DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server. The method for configuring IP addresses can vary depending on the operating system and network setup you are using.

Can a computer oncut the rope the same network send a message to only one of the workstations?
Yes, computers on the same network can communicate with each other. To send a message to a specific workstation on the network, you need to know its IP address. Once you have the IP address of the target workstation, you can use various communication protocols like TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) or UDP (User Datagram Protocol) to send messages or data packets to that specific IP address. The receiving workstation can then process the incoming message.

Is it possible to communicate with Workstation B from Workstation A through IP?
Yes, it is possible to communicate with Workstation B from Workstation A using IP addresses. If you know the IP address of Workstation B, you can establish a connection from Workstation A to Workstation B over the network. The specific method of communication will depend on the application or protocol you are using. For example, if you want to access files on Workstation B from Workstation A, you can use protocols like FTP (File Transfer Protocol) or SMB (Server Message Block). If you want to establish a direct connection between the two workstations for some custom application, you can develop your own software using sockets or other networking libraries.

Remember that network configurations and capabilities can vary depending on the specific network setup, operating systems, and network equipment being used. It's always a good idea to consult your network administrator or IT department for guidance specific to your network environment.

[nataliedormer]

Regarding to the third question, it is possible to communicate with Workstation B from Workstation A using IP addresses. As long as both workstations are connected to the same network, they can communicate with each other using their respective IP addresses. You can establish a connection between the two workstations by using network protocols such as TCP/IP,contexto which allows for reliable and ordered communication, or UDP/IP, which provides a simpler and faster communication method.