Getting Started

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows 10 or later (64-bit)
• Network: Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection to the target network
• Browser: Any modern browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox) — opens automatically
• License: Valid NetMap Pro license key (included with purchase)

Installation

1. Download the installer — After purchasing, you'll receive a download link for NetMapProSetup.exe.
2. Run the installer — Double-click the setup file and follow the on-screen prompts. The default install location is C:\Program Files\NetMap Pro.
3. Launch NetMap Pro — Open it from the Start Menu or desktop shortcut. Your default browser will open automatically to the NetMap Pro interface.

License Activation

1. Find your license key — Check your email for the license key delivered after purchase. It looks like XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX.
2. Enter the key — On first launch, you'll see the activation screen. Paste your license key and click Activate.
3. You're in — The app validates your key online and unlocks all features. Each license works on up to 2 computers.

Creating Your First Project

1. Click "New Project" in the sidebar. Give it a name that matches the job site (e.g., "Smith Residence" or "Office Retrofit").
2. Set the subnet — NetMap Pro auto-detects your current subnet (e.g., 192.168.1.0/24). If the job site uses a different subnet or VLAN, change it here. NetMap Pro scans one subnet at a time — for multi-VLAN sites, scan each subnet separately into the same project or create separate projects per subnet.
3. Hit Scan — Click the Scan Network button. NetMap Pro runs all 5 discovery phases and populates the device table. See the Network Scanning guide for details on what each phase does.

What's Next

Once your scan is complete, you can:

• Name and categorize devices - Click any device row to edit its name, type, location, and notes.
• Assign static IPs - NetMap Pro auto-suggests IPs based on device type. Use the quick Copy IP / Copy MAC actions while you commission gear.
• Save a snapshot - Capture a checkpoint before router changes so you can compare before/after device states.
• Push to your router safely - Run preflight and dry-run checks in Router Config, then push live only when the plan is clean.
• Run Connection Doctor - Select devices and run health checks. See Connection Doctor.
• Sync your phone - Connect via QR for walk-around MAC capture and room notes. See Phone Companion.
• Open docs instantly - In the app, use File → Help & Guides any time you need a workflow reference.

Daily Time Savers

• Copy IP / Copy MAC buttons - Use per-row copy actions in the Devices table instead of manual highlighting.
• Capture Note field - Add quick notes during phone MAC capture; notes flow into the device record.
• Snapshot compare - Quickly identify added, removed, and changed devices before handoff.

Default IP Ranges by Device Type

When you set a device type, NetMap Pro auto-suggests an IP from the corresponding range. This keeps your IP scheme organized across every project. Bookmark this table — you'll reference it often.

Next Step

Now that your project is set up and your first scan is complete, head to Network Scanning to understand each phase, then use safe router push and finish with closeout exports.