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If you have extensive network security restrictions, your IT or network administrator may need these specifications to prepare for the installation.
Restricting access to specific URL and IP addresses could potentially cause machine condition issues in the future should Pitney Bowes update their infrastructure. In order to minimise this Pitney Bowes recommends allowing access to any URL containing pb.com.
DNS - Used to resolve a URL to an IP address.
Distributor - Used to obtain a list of servers meter will establish communication with active session.
Postal Transactions - Used to complete postal security device (PSD) audits, check your account balances, and to transfer funds from your PB Postage® or Purchase Power account to the PSD.
Data Upload - Used to upload meter accounting data for Inview and Total Meter Reporting.
Download Anywhere Load Balancer - Used to send meter’s configuration and determine whether updates are available. Updates include postal tariff changes, graphics (Ads, inscriptions), feature changes, and meter firmware updates.
File Downloads - Downloads new Software, graphics, rate price data etc.
K7xx Only File Downloads - Downloads new Software, graphics, rate price data etc.
For the below information, this information only applies when using the PC Meter Connect Utility (PCMC). When using PC Meter Connect Utility HTTPS communication will use TLS protocol.
If you are unable to connect to the internet, ask your IT department or internet provider to check the internet settings.
UPDATED: 14 June 2024