# Connect to Rover

<figure><img src="/files/5JtXrnqklKFpaFpuinu7" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

To control and configure the lidar system, you must first connect to it. Click the **Connect** icon.

### Connect using Wi-Fi or Ethernet

<figure><img src="/files/15U7UwsW8nL6bgbBusAS" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example: Using NavBox IP Address to connect Wired via ethernet</p></figcaption></figure>

Typically, the lidar system is connected over **Ethernet** or **Wi-Fi**. The lidar system has several IP addresses. The table below shows the different NavBox IP Addresses used with different connection types. Example Laptop IP Addresses are also shown. When connecting via ethernet or M12, you must manually set your laptop's IP address.

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When connecting via a wired connection, you must configure your computer's network interface with an address on the same subnet as the lidar system. Refer to this [documentation regarding network adapter configuration](/hardware-and-interfaces/connecting-and-interfacing-with-phoenix-lidar-systems/iface_se/base-station-notebook-setup/wired-ethernet-network-card-setup.md) in Microsoft Windows. More information about connecting to rover can be found [here](/hardware-and-interfaces/connecting-and-interfacing-with-phoenix-lidar-systems.md).&#x20;
{% endhint %}

| Connection type    | NavBox IP Address | Applicable systems                       | Laptop IP Address |
| ------------------ | ----------------- | ---------------------------------------- | ----------------- |
| Wired via ethernet | 192.168.200.10    | All systems                              | 192.168.200.20    |
| Wi-Fi              | 192.168.20.10     | All systems                              | Auto via DHCP     |
| Wired via M12      | 192.168.101.1     | Systems designed for helicopter use only | 192.168.101.10    |

{% hint style="info" %}
When connecting via Wi-Fi, it is not necessary to manually set your computer's IP address.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="info" %}
You can add shortcuts for the NavBox IP Address by following [Modify Hosts File](/hardware-and-interfaces/connecting-and-interfacing-with-phoenix-lidar-systems/iface_se/base-station-notebook-setup/modify-hosts-file.md) documentation.
{% endhint %}

### Connect to rover via Phoenix LiDAR System connection service

If you lidar system has a 4G/5G Cellular dongle connected, or is able to connect to the internet via some other means, you can reach the lidar system by entering the license key in this field.&#x20;

<figure><img src="/files/ih3yfBdE6IK3Ik4HAh0p" alt=""><figcaption><p>Example: Connecting to rover via 4G/5G or router.</p></figcaption></figure>


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