Blue Iris with this setup or use a NVR

[SharpTJ1]

I think I would rather use Blue Iris type software (if this setup would work), but am open to NVR.

Here is what I would like to do, but I am unsure of what specific models to buy, so any help pointing me toward specific models would be appreciated.

I "think" I would use a 16 channel PoE switch mounted in a closet, then a single Cat6 ran back to attic and down to my router.

I think I want the cameras to be 3MP and record on motion only.

What speed switch do I need (would one of these switches be appropriate?)...10/100 or gigabit?
http://www.amazon.com/TRENDnet-16-Port-100Mbps-Switch-TPE-S160/dp/B0050AMJSG
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00RWB5758?psc=1
Is there a total power from the switch something I should be concerned about?

I have an older Lenovo 9088CTO (2DUO E8400 COU) PC that I could add a WD drive to, if it has the CPU power. It is 3.00GHz running Win7

I guess I just want some advice on which switch to get, if I have it configured correctly in my head, and if that PC can handle the 16 camera (max) system. (Reality will probably be around 10 cameras).

 

[fenderman]

That pc cannot hand 16 3p cameras...not even close.

 

[horseflesh]

I think I want the cameras to be 3MP and record on motion only.

Before you buy a whole setup I recommend you buy one of the cameras you are interested in using, and run it through the wringer. Motion detection may not work as well as you are hoping.

 

[SharpTJ1]

Ok..what about the switch?

Ill prob buy a couple cameras for inside and use that pc for now

 

[horseflesh]

The POE cameras often have a 12V connector as well. Maybe you can just use an AC adapter during the test phase?

edit to add: if you are going to use any cameras outside, find a way to test one outside. You need to play with motion detection, really learn its limitations before you make a final plan.