How To Connect Bio Matric Device with GLOW Attendance Software?

There are two methods to connect device

Items Required:

• Biometric Device + Power Cable
• Network Cable

Connection Methods:

1. Via Modem

1. Connect the Device Power Cable.
2. Connect the Network Cable to the device and modem.
3. Connect the modem to your PC via Cable or Wi-Fi.
4. Open CMD as Administrator.
5. Type “ipconfig” and press Enter.
6. Note down the IPV4 Address:
   • If connected via Wi-Fi, look for the LAN Adapter Wi-Fi IPV4.
   • If connected via Cable, look for the Ethernet IPV4 (e.g., 192.168.10.11).

2. Via Ethernet (Direct to PC)

1. Connect the Device Power Cable.
2. Connect the Network Cable between the device and your PC/Laptop.
3. Open Network & Internet Settings and click Change Adapter Settings.
4. For Ethernet, right-click and select Properties.
5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click the Properties button.
6. Check “Use the Following IP Address”.
7. In the IP Address field, type “192.168.1.11”, and press the Tab button.
8. Click OK to save the settings and close.

Final Steps to Connect Using GLOW Attendance Software

1. Open the GLOW Attendance software.
2. Navigate to the Add Terminal Settings.
3. Type the IP Address:
   • Ensure the first three numbers match the IPV4 Address noted earlier, but change the last digit to a number above 200 or 300 (for safety).
   • Example:
     • If your IPV4 is 192.168.10.11, type 192.168.10.201 in the software.
     • If it is 192.168.1.11, type 192.168.1.201.
4. Ensure the Biometric Device IP Address and Port Number match those in the GLOW Attendance software.
5. Click the Connect button to finalize.

NOTE: Always ensure the device and software IP addresses are configured correctly to avoid connection issues.