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    Switching from VPN to Port Forwarding.

    Upon checking again, you are correct about the latest firmware version for the RT-AC86U. I re-checked which firmware I had downloaded yesterday. It was the RT-AX86 Series_3.0.0.4_388_24231. Just now, I went here...
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    Switching from VPN to Port Forwarding.

    How do I generate a new certificate? I don't remember how I did it in 2018. I also saw this on how to update new firmware. I might try it if it looks like it's not going to need a factory reset of the router. https://www.asus.com/support/faq/1030652/ But I'm not sure updating the firmware...
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    Switching from VPN to Port Forwarding.

    I can't update my router's firmware. If I tell it to check for updates, it says it can't connect to the Asus server. If I manually download the firmware and try uploading it from the manual firm upgrade screen, it says the update is unsuccessful. Do I need to change any VPN settings on my...
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    Switching from VPN to Port Forwarding.

    I had a VPN set up for my cameras since 2018. However, recently OpenVPN has recently complained that the HMAC Authentication wasn't secure enough. I tried changing it from SHA1 to SHA256, but same error, after exporting the new .opvn file. Next, I tried configuring port forwarding. I did it...
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    Two way audio.

    Thank you. It looks like I need to get a different model next time. Is there a varifocal model? That one is a fixed lens.
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    Two way audio.

    I have a Dahua NVR5416-16P-4KS2 NVR and Dahua 5231R-ZE cameras. Is it possible to install or configure two-way audio, so that I can talk, and have it outputted through one of the camera's microphones? I'm thinking of having audio sent back to the front door camera. Ideally I'd launch the...
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    NVR5416-16P-4KS2E and Smart PSS help.

    I went to System-->Upgrade. It says System version 3.215.0000001.0. Build Date 2018-03-26. As for the issues earlier in this thread, I ended up using a powered HDMI splitter. So the downstairs TV and upstairs TV have the same video output. I can control the TV downstairs with the mouse, by...
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    Any preferred source for UPS for BI PC/PoE Switch?

    This was suggested to me when I was looking at getting a UPS, last year, to get a Kill-A-Watt. https://www.amazon.com/P3-P4400-Electricity-Usage-Monitor/dp/B00009MDBU You an also find it at some hardware stores. I got it, and plugged everything that I was going to eventually plug into the...
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    Any preferred source for UPS for BI PC/PoE Switch?

    My mistake. I looked at the rating for this Pro Desk, and it said 320 watts. HP ProDesk 600 G1 Tower PC Product Specifications | HP® Customer Support I don't know if this is the one @cam26 has, but I thought it might be close. If the actual one @cam26 has is different, and uses what you...
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    Any preferred source for UPS for BI PC/PoE Switch?

    Somehow I missed the equipment you listed, when I posted a few minutes ago. Seeing the power usage of a HP Prodesk, I think you would get 5 - 7 minutes of runtime. If that's ok, then you can get the 850 VA / 510 W model. CP850PFCLCD - PFC Sinewave UPS Series - Product Details, Specs...
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    Any preferred source for UPS for BI PC/PoE Switch?

    Thanks. And can you list the equipment you will want backed up by that?
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    Any preferred source for UPS for BI PC/PoE Switch?

    What's the max watts of all of your stuff that's plugged into the UPS? I think you would be ok, but the answer to this is important. What model UPS are you considering?
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    VPN Primer for Noobs

    I was still unable to access the VPN from another internet service. I called Asus today, to see how their support was. Since I had an Asus router, and Asus DDNS, I figured they should help. When logging into my router, on the OpenVPN page, I saw a message in yellow letters next to "Export...
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    VPN Primer for Noobs

    Thanks, I'll look into setting up Team Viewer next time. I've tested the VPN and DDNS several times since July. So I know it was set up correctly. This is the first time it hasn't worked. If the IP changed, isn't the DDNS supposed to be able to handle that?
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    VPN Primer for Noobs

    Thanks. While it's a little frustrating right now because I actually wanted to check my cameras; I wasn't just trying to log into the VPN to test out the connection, the fact that the solution might be a simple reboot is comforting. It's better than having to spend hours to find the solution...
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    VPN Primer for Noobs

    Thanks. I don't think I can access the router remotely without logging into the vpn.
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    VPN Primer for Noobs

    I have an Asus Router and Asus DDNS. I set up the VPN on my home network router in July. I was able to use Open VPN both on Android, and on a Windows PC, to connect. Today, when I'm trying, it's not connecting. I tried on both Android, and a Windows PC. I tried doing a ns lookup on the...
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    Thanks for the info on solar panels. There were 3 different models of shades. A manual one; an electric one; and a solar powered one. I wanted the solar panel one, for the cleaner look. And so that one outdoor electric outlet wasn't always in use. I'm pretty sure the solar powered one can't...
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    Thanks for the info on solar panels. There were 3 different models of shades. A manual one; an electric one; and a solar powered one. I wanted the solar panel one, for the cleaner look. And so that one outdoor electric outlet wasn't always in use. I'm pretty sure the solar powered one can't...
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    I agree. I'm just trying to figure out, based on how the solar panel has been in the same location for almost 3.5 years, if it's much different from what it was before. It was always under the roof overhang, but still somehow received enough sunlight. I'm not sure, if after putting up the...
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    Yes, so no one can look inside when I'm not home, and see a vacant living room.
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    Thanks, I guess that's what I'll do. If there's one day where I see it doesn't open anymore (and it's not because the remote batteries are dead), then I'll have to try something else.
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    Yes. I just realized there might be some confusion. I wasn't as clear in my OP. I have a Sunsetter drop-down shade (Easy Shade), not an awning. It goes over the sliding door. Costco Wholesale So my concern was that the solar panel which controls the dropping and raising of the shade...
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    Do you think it's possible to reposition the solar panel? To another angle? You think something should be done though, right?
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    smart pss motion event search

    Ok, I tried the "Instant Replay" feature. On the live stream screen, it will replay up to the last 5 minutes, for that camera. I tried clicking that refresh button, but it didn't bring the camera that was in replay, back to live. It did nothing. The only way to bring the camera back to live...
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    Thanks for the response. Extending the awning would block the solar panel for the sunsetter (left side of first pic) even more. I'm wondering if the solar panel could or should be re-positioned. Maybe lower? Or maybe there's a way to attach it to the awning, instead of being attached the way...
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    Did I just block my sunsetter solar shade with a gazebo?

    I had the Sunsetter solar shade installed in 2015. I had the gazebo, on the right of the pic, installed a few days ago. Did I completely block the solar panel? Or is there there less light, but still sufficient light, to allow it to power? https://i.imgur.com/Jj6UkBa.jpg Here's a few from...
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    smart pss motion event search

    Glad you got it to work. What IVS configuration did you do (what type of rule)? How do you like the events that it's triggered? Do they match what you expect? Did it miss any?
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    smart pss motion event search

    I've never tried that. I'll try that. If I wanted to see something that wasn't live, I always went to the search area. I didn't know I could fast replay directly from the live stream, to see the last few minutes.
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    smart pss motion event search

    Maybe, but why would something live need to be refreshed? I see it when viewing live feeds.
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