Recent content by Arcfault

The Dahua and Hik DVRs have several "grades" or recorders.  The smaller ones (4-16ch) typically have 1 network port, and all cameras plug in directly to the DVR.  Normally unless you get creative the cameras cannot use a separate POE switch.  The advantage is that the cameras all auto-address...

I have installed hundreds of Hik and Dahua systems, ranging up to 256 channels each. Personally I would go with Dahua. They tend to work nicer if you have a mix of cameras by different manufacturers. I would recommend you have a strong IT background to approach a system of this size. It can...

I know this is a dated thread... but I figured give everyone an update on the C1M1 since it's relatively new to my area.   The C1M1 replaced an M1-XEP internet module and Uplink 4500EZ radio.  I have NO complaints about the old configuration, but I had to update for other reasons.  The 4500...