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  1. Blue65

    Finding a NVR

    10/4, the 8 channel and 16 channel are only $16 apart. So I will go ahead and get the 16. So I need to connect the second NVR port to the router not the switch? The way I currently have my setup is I have an Ubiquiti Edge Router connected to a non-POE Switch in my main living room. Then I...
  2. Blue65

    Software for Dahua Varifocal

    @MixManSC Thanks I don't think getting license plates really is a big deal for me on my setup. I think facial recognition is more optimal in this home setup. Right now I am looking to find a dedicated NVR. I like the idea of BI, but find the setup process a bit daunting. Do you guys have...
  3. Blue65

    Finding a NVR

    I just installed my first camera from Andy the Dahua IPC-HDW5231R-ZE. Thanks to you guys and the wiki's I am very happy. I have now ordered 3 more cameras. At first I was considering using my NAS as my NVR, but after reading a bit here, that has been ruled out. Then I moved onto possibly...
  4. Blue65

    BI Cost

    IS the $60 for BI a monthly/annual/ or one time fee? I have searched and can not find the answer. Thanks.
  5. Blue65

    PC for BI

    So you have to have a PC to host the BI software. So I have a Fire TV and Nividia Shield as well, could those devices host the BI software? I am just a bit confused as to what you need to run the BI software.
  6. Blue65

    Software for Dahua Varifocal

    Any suggestions on being able to read the license plate in this picture? I see there is a night time config, but there are so many different settings I am not able to get the adjustment done to even read my wife's license plate.
  7. Blue65

    Software for Dahua Varifocal

    I just got done installing my new Dahua Varifocal turret. It looks good, wires are all tucked and neat. I have downloaded the Smart PSS software and see my live view and have gotten it all in focus. As of right now, I only have 1 camera. I have 3 more coming from Andy as of today. I am...
  8. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    I got the camera installed this morning. Now I am trying to figure out how to adjust the focus? It is a bit blurry. I am using smart pss. I would also like to try to set up alerts once I get it in focus.
  9. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    10/4, I will figure out a way to get the switch over to the garage.
  10. Blue65

    Using Mac to view Dahua cameras

    X2 on this
  11. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    So quick question I have the camera on the network now. I have logged into the camera by manually changing my ip address on my computer, and going through the initiation. I am on the P2P part. Do I need to check that part or uncheck? Sorry for the step by step question. I have changed the...
  12. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    I will see what I can do, in regards to mounting the switch. I just want somewhere to keep all the wires hidden of course.
  13. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    I went with this one: Zyxel 8-Port Gigabit Switch, 70W PoE+, Easy Smart Managed, Fanless, (GS1900-8HP) it looked like alot of members had used this one. The only concern I had on it was it being fanless, and I believe I am going to be putting this one in the attic here in Houston, TX. That...
  14. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    So I do not need a "smart or managed" switch for the cameras? I just need an unmanaged switch, kind of like the old school hubs.
  15. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    Thanks for the reply, and to everyone. This has really helped as has the wiki. I will go ahead and order the POE switch this evening. Is the POE switch that is in the install wiki the preferred model or is it just an example of a POE switch...
  16. Blue65

    Install First Dahua Camera!

    So I got my first Dahua camera from Andy. I have read over the clif notes, and have most of the tools ready to go for the first camera install. I eventually plan to have around 6 - 8 cameras. I already have an edge X router w/ a regular 8 port gigabit non - poe switch from D Link. I have...
  17. Blue65

    Need Help Finding the Right Dahua

    I see and understand that the 5 gallon pail and 2 x 4 would make a good test stand. However, I am even lost on how to get the cameras to display, and do I just drag an ethernet cable all the way out the door to the approx. location of where I am thinking of installing the camera?
  18. Blue65

    Need Help Finding the Right Dahua

    I was curious if I could use my WD My Cloud WDbwvz0060jwt, it is a NAS. Would this work? I really do appreciate the help. I am just so new to all of this... My Cloud Mirror - Personal Cloud Storage | Western Digital (WD)
  19. Blue65

    Need Help Finding the Right Dahua

    @looney2ns Thanks for the response. I just got the camera IPC-HDW5231R-ZE in this afternoon. I only ordered one for right now, and was reading through the quick start guide that came with the camera. I am also ordering those SD cards you recommended. The next step was for me to start diving...
  20. Blue65

    Need Help Finding the Right Dahua

    Thanks, I just got done ordering IPC-HDW5231R-ZE From Andy. I reached out to him and he was very helpful and quick. I only got one right now, and want to see the coverage first hand so I can determine how many others I want. So when I get it will you guys help me figure out how to install...
  21. Blue65

    Need Help Finding the Right Dahua

    I believe from my reading I am settling in on a couple of Dahua cameras. I had my pickup stolen right out for my driveway last night/this morning, and know I need to get some cameras up there. Right now I do not have a DVR/NVR but I do have a NAS that I might be able to use. These cameras...
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