Networks
Networks Overview
Static IPs
5 min
navigate to the sidebar menu https //app archbee com/docs/k8lcemftgndlt4nfq176k/pzfsgoi 0kubyuwp7soz9 and select the static ips tab in the top navigation bar overview the static ips module is designed for networks that connect to the internet via a fixed, unchanging public ip address this is the standard configuration for most business fiber connections and dedicated server environments how it works you authorize a specific ip address (e g , 87 1 242 225) the system then recognizes any dns request coming from that ip and applies your security policy interface overview the interface is divided into two main areas the top control bar and the main list view top controls use these tools to manage the list creation and navigation interface element description & focus search bar allows you to quickly filter the list to find a specific network by searching for its name or ip address + add network + add network the blue button on the right opens the configuration wizard to register a new static ip in the system list view the main workspace displays a list of all authorized static networks use this table to monitor and manage your connections interface element description & focus status a green dot indicates the network is active and correctly configured name a name to identify the location (e g , "hq office", "milan branch") clicking this name opens the detailed settings ip address the specific public ipv4 address authorized for this location policies shows the specific policy assigned to this ip clicking the policy name usually links directly to its configuration note optional description or internal notes regarding this connection actions use the pencil icon to edit the network details (e g , change the policy) or the trash can icon to delete the network configuration & logic 1\ creating a new network to authorize a new location, click the blue + add network + add network button on the right side of the page since this process involves specific configuration steps (entering the ip, validating the agent, and assigning policies), we have created a dedicated guide to walk you through it for a step by step explanation on how to fill out this panel (name, ip address, and policy assignment) and complete the setup, please refer to our dedicated guide + add network 2\ managing existing networks once a network is created, you may need to modify its assigned policies or dns settings action click directly on the network name (e g , "first network") in the list result this will open the network detail page , where you can manage the specific policies and dns servers associated with that location to understand how to manage the policies inside an existing network, please refer to the specific guide for the detail view https //app archbee com/docs/ak nrq npubs85rmx7psy/lmhwanbszzt2qczt49map this method only works if your internet service provider (isp) has assigned you a static public ip if your ip address changes when you restart your router (dynamic ip), you must use the dynamic ips or third party ddns tabs instead, otherwise, your protection will stop working unexpectedly