Can I make my camera Wireless?

[doboka98]

Helo guys! So I bought a HIKVISION DS-2CD2010F, thought it has built-in wireless, but turned out there is only ethernet connection available. Is there a way I can make my camera wireless, like attaching a wifi module or converting the ethernet into wifi?

 

[doboka98]

yeah, but it's an exterior camera and probably it will freeze

 

[fenderman]

you bring the ethernet inside just like you have to do to the power.

yeah, but it's an exterior camera and probably it will freeze

 

[doboka98]

I got power outside, but probably I will manage to put the bridge in a box, so it will be protected from humidity. Thanks guys.

 

[fenderman]

I got power outside, but probably I will manage to put the bridge in a box, so it will be protected from humidity. Thanks guys.

that is insane...do it properly ...run the power inside.

 

[Securame]

Or just buy a DS-2CD2020F-IW, which does have wifi.

 

[Enrique]

Is there a reason you can't just run a single ethernet wire (in lieu of power)? Ethernet wire is cheap and with a single run you can get power and data.

 

[Cossie]

I used TP-link RE200 for my Hikvision camera about 1.5 years. The camera was cable connected to the RE200 and RE200 was wireless connected to the router. Not a bad experience if you have no chance to connect it with cable. But I don't recommend spent extra money for 5Ghz AC. Range of 5Ghz is very limited. You have to use it with 2.4Ghz anyway. WA850RE is a cheaper option.

 

[Tolting Colt Acres]

I got power outside, but probably I will manage to put the bridge in a box, so it will be protected from humidity. Thanks guys.

You can pick up a 12x12x6 weatherproof junction box at your local home depot for under $40. You should easily be able to fit a bridge inside with an exterior extension cord from your power source.

 

[5252]

For longer wireless links, if using cable is not an option: MikroTik

 

[rowdyplace]

I subscribe to the Keep It Simple,,,(KISS) school of thought. I used one of these:
TL-WR700N | 150Mbps Wireless N Mini Pocket Router | TP-Link
Set it in Repeater mode and you're good to go. These are available all over eBay...