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I've always used VLC to view the cam videos , and I agree it works nicely. I couldn't get the the cam to PC to work with a POE switch, but it does work when I plug the ethernet cables into my old Cradlepoint router - disabled DHCP and created static ip addr.

I have some older Hikvision ip cams (DS-2CD2012, DS-2CD2032) that have not been used in years, and I'd like to set one up outdoors for local video viewing only, via a direct ethernet connection to a local desktop pc that has no network or internet access. Is this possible ? The cameras...

Gee, I must have ruffled some feathers....... there's some really compassionate people on here....thanks for your complimentary manner of getting your point across.

VPN ? I know large companies use them, but didn't realize that individuals were setting them up. I like the idea , but wouldn't know where to begin. I've seen some commercial VPN server sites that offer their services for a fee.

Ok, open ports are risky. Public IP addresses are risky. Crossing the street is risky. What's the alternative - avoid remote access and stay off the internet ? Seems risks are inherent in every endeavor these days. Even if they hijacked my open ports, wouldn't the password still be necessary...

Yes, it's open.....not sure how I could be accessing this forum if it wasn't. I think it's best to let my request for assistance on the camera setup issue just go away and I'll stumble around on my own. There are instances when forum help can be good, but most responses rarely address the...

I do have an external IP address - it changes about every 2 to 3 weeks and my hostname is updated.

"Also note that your lte provider likely does not provide a routeable ip address " What exactly does that mean ?

Can someone direct me to an instruction guide (video or otherwise) for a simple one camera setup (thu router) for network and remote phone access ? IP camera technology is new to me, but I would eventually like to have a multiple camera setup with a nvr. However, for now, I want to simply setup...

Money amount is irrelevant to my question. ie, when considering two items, if the cost ratio of one exceeds the quality ratio of the other item, then the latter is the better buy.

I'm new to IP cams and I'm looking for a couple of IP cameras for home security purposes. Reliable functionality and performance vs cost is a constraint. Can anyone recommend maybe 2 or 3 of the best IP cameras for the money that are available today ? I've looked at Hikvision, but understand...

Thanks for the info. I've looked at the suggested sites that sell Hikvision, but actually ended up discussing the Dahua cameras (which I had not heard of previously) with one of the vendors - and,wondering how they compare with the Hikvision. The Dahua cameras are a little less pricey and seem...

Hikvision advises that their camera systems should be purchased through authorized distributors. However, according to a contact at Hivision, USA, their distributors don't sell to individuals. Of course, Amazon, ebay, and a few other unauthorized sources list Hikvision cameras for purchase. So...

Thanks for the inputs....I considered the VPN idea before I even posted the question but, thought that acquiring a traditional non P2P IP cam and simply using a phone app like IP Cam Viewer might also work. However, I need to be sure that a 24/7 video feed to a host web server is not required.

I'm wanting to acquire some IP cameras for home security that support remote video access by android phone or pc. I've researched a little bit and have discovered that there are basically three types of IP cams - the older traditional type that require port forwarding and DDNS service, the...