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    Most likely cause of random missing video files? and other issues....

    Hi guys, I'm ready to burn and pave this thing, but wanted to ask first because I suspect maybe my storage drive is crapping out, but not sure. system specs: core i5 4590 , 8 gig ram, windows 10, 4 cameras total 4tb hdd , 120 gb ssd. Blue iris is really laggy, for instance when I go to open...
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    Sorry, the file could not be found

    Hi guys, Im getting the "Sorry, the file could not be found" message when trying to view alerts. I have verified that my drives are ok, and have tried to make sure that all the file folders are setup correctly in terms of having the record folders set properly under the recording tabs for...
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    crashing overnight, C: suddenly over allocated?

    Hi guys, as the title says BI is crashing overnight, and C: (db,log) suddenly over allocated? warning on bottom of screen shows +600mb over? I didn't change anything, and this is happening all of a sudden. When inspecting the C: drive in my computer (Solid state 100gb) it shows 75 gigs free...
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    Blue iris main window suddenly only showing one camera?

    Hi guys, this is probably user error, but for the life of me I can't figure out how to show all 4 cameras in the non "maximized frame" mode. If I right click and select "maximized frame" they are all there, and still working/recording fine. I like the main screen showing all cameras with...
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    can't activate license?

    Hi guys, I have blue iris 5 running on a personal home 4 camera system. The machine it's running on is not connected to the internet. When I enter my license key it gives me a URL to retrieve the activation code. I entered the code on my other computer with an internet connection. When I copy...
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    Silent PC recommendation

    Hi guys, I'm looking for a fanless PC to run a 4 camera blue iris setup on. Have any of you had success with certain makes/models? I find the biggest thing is most of them are too small to accommodate the 3.5" HD.....any insight? thanks. "
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    cant fix memory leak

    Hi guys, I have tried to install the correct driver in the wiki, and initially thought I did, but upon close inspection of the driver version it is slightly different from what the wiki suggests. I downloaded the link in the wiki to driver version 15.40.42.5063, but when i install this driver...
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    Blue iris constantly crashing

    Hey guys, been running blue iris for about 5 months basically trouble free except for about the last month. it has had consistent issues with crashing. For instance this morning I woke up to a computer with the screen resolution down to 1024x768 from 1920x1080, and the processor pegged at...
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    blue iris evaluation version quirk?

    Hi guys, Just getting everything dialed in on the new system before I purchase blue iris. I have been over the "clips and archiving" tab and cannot find anything that would cause what im experiencing so I figured it may be because im running the evaluation version. anyway it seems I can only...
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    Need some network config help

    Hi all, First off - To the experienced guys I am going to apologize in advance for what I am about to ask . If you could have mercy on this noob it would be greatly appreciated:winktongue::lmao: In order to get your cams recognized on your network what is the most common / recommended way of...
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    blue iris wont start

    Hi guys, just setting up a new system. Installed blue iris, and it will not start when I install the 64 bit version - however The 32 bit version will start. I get this error message when I try to start the program: "the application was unable to start correctly (0xc000007b)" I did a search...
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    most recommended model asus router with onboard VPN ?

    Hi guys, which is the most recommended model Asus router with onboard VPN ? just getting my system going and looking for the "easiest" VPN solution. Thanks for any suggestions.
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    What is the consensus on IVS features?

    Hi guys, What is the consensus on IVS features? anyone use them? Or is the standard triggers built into blue iris still the best/most strait forward/reliable trigger system?
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    Most recommended higher resolution dahua camera?

    Hi guys, just getting set to pull the trigger on my camera purchase and trying to get it right the first time, hopefully:p Im purchasing a four camera system and I know forsure that two of them need to be 2MP starlight's as those areas are very dark at night. the other two camera locations...
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    Would anyone be willing to have a phone chat about setting up a vpn?

    hey guys , Would anyone be willing to have a phone chat about the ins/outs of setting up a vpn/remote viewing options? im currently ordering a system from Andy and trying to get an understanding of how this will work / setup once the gear arrives. I can pay-pal a few bucks for your time. im...
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    blue iris main benefits over current model NVR?

    Hey guys, putting together a new system, and leaning towards going the PC / blue iris route from all the recommendations on the forum. What are the main benefits over a current generation dahua NVR? I will only have 4 video feeds so dont know if ill need the extra processing power of a PC...
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    Need advice on new budget system purchase

    Hey guys, I currently have my house wired with cat5 to four camera locations. the current system im running is one of those el-cheapo china 1080P all in one box junk setups. the detail in fullscreen mode ( 4 channel simultaneous view scales down) is actully pretty good, but everything else...
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    anyone using 5231's on motion detection with a dahua NVR? how many false alarms?

    Hey guys, just as the title asks anyone using 5321's on motion detection with a dahua NVR? how many false alarms? is the motion detection fairly reliable? looking to upgrade my current junk system as the motion detection is garbage. Thanks.
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    NVR SUGGESTION, Camera / NVR compatibility and motion detection questions.

    Hey guys, I have a cheap sannce NVR and cameras. the motion detection absolutely sucks balls. someone can walk right in front of the camera and the motion detection will not pick them up, then at other times the motion detection will trigger for seemingly no reason. Anyway, i assume this is...
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    Best way to buy from Andy?

    Hey there. Do you guys buy directly from him? Through email? .... Or does he have a website for this? Thanks in advance.
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    Hikvision vs dauha low light series camera $?

    Hey guys, How do the hik/dauha low light cams compare? The dauha starlight I'm looking at is the 5231. I'm looking at 4 of them plus the NVR at around 800$ usd. Are the hik a better value? What would be the equivalent hik setup cost? What hik model numbers would you recommend?
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    IPC-HDW5231R-ZE or IPC-HDW5231R-Z

    Hey guys does the new camera have any issues ? Andy doesn't have any of the older ones for 2 weeks. Maybe there's a good reason for that? I thought I read somewhere that the newer one had a few bugs that needed to be worked out ? Thanks for any advice.
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    Absolute best bang for the buck ip camera?

    Absolute best bang for the buck ip camera? Ive noticed some very cheap 2mp stuff on ebay and the like. Anyone ever tried anything like that? even worth considering?
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