IP Range Conflicts
The MVP warns you when your Wi-Fi and Ethernet connections share the same IP subnet. This page explains why it matters and how to fix it.
What Is the Problem?
When both Wi-Fi and Ethernet are connected and share the same network subnet, the operating system can't reliably determine which network interface to use to communicate with the MVP. This specifically affects ArtNet output. The ArtNet broadcast may be routed incorrectly.
How Conflict Detection Works
The MVP compares the network ranges of both interfaces. If they overlap, a conflict exists.
For example:
Ethernet: 192.168.1.111 / 255.255.255.0 → network 192.168.1.0
Wi-Fi: 192.168.1.50 / 255.255.255.0 → network 192.168.1.0
Result: Same network address → Conflict detected
The conflict warning appears only when all of these conditions are true:
Ethernet is connected (cable plugged in)
Ethernet is in Static mode
Wi-Fi is connected
Both interfaces have valid IP and subnet values
The computed network addresses are equal
The warning does not appear when:
Only one interface is connected
Ethernet is in DHCP mode
The interfaces are on different subnets (e.g., Wi-Fi on 192.168.1.x, Ethernet on 2.0.0.x)
How the Warning Is Displayed
When a conflict is detected, an "IP Range Warning" button appears in the Ethernet dialog with an information icon.
Clicking the warning button opens a secondary dialog titled "ArtNET IP Range Warning" that explains:
ArtNet/DMX users should take action; others can safely ignore the warning
"Your Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections are both on the same IP range/subnet, which can prevent ArtNET playback from working properly."
The dialog then presents recommended solutions.
How to Fix It
Use the Standard ArtNet Range (Recommended)
Set the Ethernet to the standard Art-Net IP range, which doesn't conflict with typical Wi-Fi networks:
IP Address
2.0.0.111
Subnet Mask
255.0.0.0
Gateway
(leave blank)
This is the recommended approach for ArtNet operation. The 2.x.x.x range is the traditional Art-Net standard and is extremely unlikely to conflict with any Wi-Fi network.
Related Pages
Ethernet & ArtNet Configuration -- Full Ethernet setup guide
Wi-Fi Setup -- Wi-Fi configuration
Troubleshooting -- Other common issues
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