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Should be set to DHCP (assuming it's a newer board), so it will acquire an IP when you connect it to your local network.
Yup! You'll need NI-RIO. Which version will depend on which version of LabVIEW you're using. Here's the version compatibility chart.
You should start learning LabVIEW RT first. Honestly, when you're ready to start your application, the Compact RIO Developers Guide will give you all the info you'll ever need. I recommend reading it cover to cover after going through the available (free with SSP) online training for LabVIEW RT and FPGA.