Dante, an innovative solution for digital audio networking, primarily uses specific UDP (User Datagram Protocol) ports to manage device communication, metering, and control functions across a network. Understanding these ports is crucial for proper network configuration, especially when dealing with firewalls.
Key Ports for Dante Operation
For Dante devices and software, like Dante Controller, to operate seamlessly, the following UDP ports must be accessible and configured correctly on your network:
| Protocol | Port | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| UDP | 8029 | Dante Controller AO Device Communication |
| UDP | 8751 | Dante Controller metering port (From FPGA-based devices) |
| UDP | 8800 | Control & Monitoring (Excluding Dante Virtual Soundcard 4.0 and Dante Via) |
It is important to ensure these ports are open and not blocked by firewalls or network security settings to allow Dante devices to discover each other, transmit audio, and be controlled effectively. Blocking these ports can lead to devices not appearing in Dante Controller, audio dropouts, or issues with device control and monitoring.
For more comprehensive information on Dante networking and best practices, you can refer to resources available on www.getdante.com.
