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  1. Tizeye

    BlueIris software as a "client viewer"

    Now if the second license or work around would only work on a Mac as that is the remote would be using. Really don't want to go the Parallels route partitioning the drive and installing Windows. It is not like an SSD has a lot of space to begin with.
  2. Tizeye

    SmartPSS Question

    Yes, it is free and anyone with it installed on their computer, with the correct remote connection, can access it. I assume you club has ongoing internet connection which would be required for remote connection by any computer. Would strongly suggest that you not open any ports but setup a vpn...
  3. Tizeye

    Angle of view

    First of all, ignore the vertical measurements as it simply reflects aspect ratio. Horizonal is what you see from from left to right. IPC-HDW5631R-ZE is a zoom lens and the H:91-27 reflects the range of the zooms setting. IPC-HDBW4231F-AS is available in 3 fixed lens lengths. When ordering you...
  4. Tizeye

    NVR vs BI

    Noise tip: If your new/used pre-built computer or personal build is noisy, the likely culprit is the CPU fan. Replace it! One of the best and relatively inexpensive upgrades you can do. The stock Intel cooler that Intel provides free with the CPU not designed for overclocking is notorious for...
  5. Tizeye

    NVR vs BI

    Activating on a 2nd PC and deactivate 1st is generally limited to consumer versions, where OEM versions were limited to that specific machine. Even at that it is not perfect as one time when replacing a motherboard and re-installing Windows, I had to call and grovel before the Microsoft gods...
  6. Tizeye

    NVR vs BI

    True. And that is how all the consumer/retail kits are configured for "one neat package." Far better and more flexible setup with separate PoE switch and NVR.
  7. Tizeye

    NVR vs BI

    I just returned a Lorex NVR/Cam system and built a BI computer. Amazed at the flexibility of BI compared to the NVR as no longer have "moth" events other than a rare one every other night or the "headlights shining in motion area" events as cars turn the corner. Yes, the dedicated BI setup is a...
  8. Tizeye

    Looking for Buy License

    Yes, I saw that one, as well as the one for $58.50 by Blue Iris fulfilled by AMZ...and I still went direct from Blue Iris website. $1.50 wasn't much...so why make them pay a marketing fee to AMZ? The issue I had with the Amcrest package is what level of brand specific customization was there...
  9. Tizeye

    SmartPSS on client not accessing BI dedicated computer

    OK, I have partially narrowed it down...and can make photos if you want, but it appears to have to do with the desirable isolation of the cameras from the internet, establishing the subnet with the second NIC the cameras are attached to on the BI dedicated computer. 1) Same "Offline" message...
  10. Tizeye

    SmartPSS on client not accessing BI dedicated computer

    OK...The actual IP addresses (SmartPSS lists alphabetically - not order tried) Fake Internet NIC2 - 192.168.0.1, (last tried and didn't expect anything. Noted when reviewing camera data noted as "Default Gateway", and decided 'why not'! Camera wouldn't allow the field to be blank so...
  11. Tizeye

    SmartPSS on client not accessing BI dedicated computer

    After attempting blindly, failing, searching here and watching multiple YouTubes still can not get SmartPSS to actually find the cameras. Please review the attached screenshot and advise what I need to do. For security, I did blur out the final 3 "xxx" of the domains listed, but they represent...
  12. Tizeye

    Question about locally remote NVR functionality

    OOPS! Forgot the link. NVR noise
  13. Tizeye

    Question about locally remote NVR functionality

    While I just returned a Lorex with the same cameras but different NVR, went the BI route and don't regret it, I was VERY tempted with the Costco kit that they just stocked. I could tell it was a different NVR but couldn't really examine it as it is fully enclosed in the display which also had a...
  14. Tizeye

    Dahua camera reset proceedure.

    IPC-HDW4231EM-AS I actually searched with a flashlight inspecting each component and couldn't find it. Of course, I was looking for a button that pushed down rather than sideways. First photo is the initial disassembly removing the 3 screws. If you are really good, potentially could press the...
  15. Tizeye

    Dahua camera reset proceedure.

    IPC-HDW5231R-Z This one is very easy compared to the other camera. Also, the physical appearance of the switch is identical on both models, and they press sideways rather than down into the circuit board. Open camera by removing all 3 screws. First image is an overview. Wooden stick points to...
  16. Tizeye

    Dahua camera reset proceedure.

    IMPORTANT: For organizational purposes, this original post will include the first two replies - 1) Intro and Dahua Wiki link, 2) specific to IPC-HDW5231R-Z, and 3) specific to IPC_HDW4231EM-AS. Sometimes it is necessary to reset camera back to factory spec which is the factory default. Examples...
  17. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    YEAH! Success. While did one at a time, both cameras now load from NIC2 in both the web viewer and BI. Thanks, NoloC. And Silas, I intentionally didn't take the bait...but what would I have learned if paid someone. NOTHING!
  18. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    1) Completed the NIC and both now have the same subnet 255.255.255.0 2) Could never change the camera's IP address from 192.168.1.xxx to 192.168.0.xxx using WebService tool. With every combination below received same error at Save, "IP address and default Gateway are not in the same network...
  19. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    OK, just saw post as tried ip change and save was rejected due to the subnet mismatch.
  20. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    "You'll need to change the cam ip to the same subnet or the nic." Before I do it would that be changing BOTH the camera IP (replacing the "1" with a "0") AND the subnet mask (replacing the 3rd "255" with "0"), OR change subnet mask only, retaining the original (adjusted from factory default) IP?
  21. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    OK, confirming both NICS set to static with different subnets. One of the attachments below confirms. Other attachments are attempts to load cameras with both BI and Webservice. Quick summary...all attempts, in various variations, through the PC NIC as confirmed set up by ipconfig were...
  22. Tizeye

    Help with a direction for setup

    1. I agree, junk the Arlo's and definitely don't go Pro...however, retain for interior as may work as a backup. I purchased the Pros during the 3 weeks in Europe as time ran out on fine tuning the alerts on the exterior system before departing. Darn moths creating false alarms and couldn't fine...
  23. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    NoloC, thanks. Yes, it is a rough bunch that means well which have notice in this and other posts and at times wonder if constructive as the put down drives the OP to become defensive to "correct" the impression which the becomes the target of further putdowns. We are all on a learning path...
  24. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    Yes, I do have a slightly greater than basic understanding of networks as I have been involved with computers since early DOS days...but I am not an engineer. Below is a screen print of the Asus router which identifies the IP address of everything connected. You will see that there are 4 wired...
  25. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    What a frustrating day and seems to have gone backwards. Disabled Windows Defender, and for a short time, even the firewall on the router. All cameras are warm, indicating getting power, and the two IP's show as connected devices on the router, but no software will return a picture when loading...
  26. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    Thanks. I thought the default IP address needed to change, but never saw it addressed when I did a forum search. Since I had the unassigned space was going to start the sequence 109,110,111 etc, keeping 108 open for a 'new camera' to be reassigned. It only makes sense that can't have multiple...
  27. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    Both NIC's on the computer are confirmed running/operational - but the visibility problem persists on the switch > PC > router path. Noticed that the IPv4 path wasn't the camera IP but something totally different beginning with 169.254.... and wasn't searching that address. The confusion was...
  28. Tizeye

    Problems - Computer? Windows? Switch? Blue Iris/software? Network? guidance requested.

    Currently reboot/resetting the dedicated computer. One of my most difficult builds EVER! Seem like if anything cold go wrong...it would beginning with Microsoft trashing (known problem) the creation of the USB ISO, not seeing the formatted SSD despite showing in BIOS, etc. Finally got up an...
  29. Tizeye

    IR light - 5 model comparison

    This is actually a good study in the basics of exposure. First, all cameras only 'see' in B&W and exposure is adjusted, assuming no overrides, to 18% gray. While there are specialized metering systems such as spot or center weighted, most are average metering of the entire frame. With that...
  30. Tizeye

    Which companies are Dahua-rebrands?

    Yes, that was my point. While the original question/responces was 'which ones are'...equally important is the reverse 'you can rule out these' as they are not - Night Owl, Swann, and Reolink.
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