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Network & IT for stations
A station network that isn’t one bad click away.
Network and IT for radio stations: firewalls, VLANs, and VPN remote access.
Audio over IP, automation, EAS and office PCs shouldn’t share one flat network. I split them up and lock down remote access.
On site in Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. Remote anywhere in the U.S.How it works
- I map what you have
- Segment and lock it down
- Docs and logins handed over
Usually done in a day or two on site. Remote-only works if someone can plug in a cable for me.
What's included
- Firewall Set up so only what needs in gets in.
- VLANs Audio, automation, EAS and office on their own networks.
- Remote access A VPN instead of open ports and shared passwords.
- Backups Automation and configs backed up offsite.
- Inventory Every box, IP and login written down.
- Monitoring Alerts when something goes offline.
Good fit if
- — Your automation PC has a public IP.
- — Everyone shares one remote desktop login.
- — Nobody’s sure what half the boxes in the rack do.
Questions
How long does it take?
Usually a day or two on site. Remote-only works if someone local can plug in a cable.
Why separate networks?
Audio over IP, automation, EAS and office PCs on one flat network means one bad click can reach the air chain.