security camera

Forum discussion tagged with security camera.
  1. Rayzzs

    Question how to make my aliexpress cameras more secure

    Hello i recently got 2 cameras from aliexpress that use the app icsee i was wondering if i can make the cameras secure at all because the icsee app doesnt have any protection and if i can use a different app instead of icsee
  2. sergioalbertocmarin

    Question steren cctv-235 vs nexxt NHC- O612?

    hi there im looking to get some help choosing between these two cameras since its what i have available in my country El Salvador. within this price range at least and im not gonna buy CCTV with DVR for over 300$. perhaps anyone could provide an insight about them and if one is better than the...
  3. B

    Question POE CAT6 Tests OK Yet No Camera Connectivity

    Good afternoon, I installed a Reolink 6 security camera system on an 8 channel 2TB NVR about 13 months ago in June of 2021. The system was installed for about 1 full year and everything worked flawlessly. I used my own FastCat CAT6 solid core ethernet cable for the installation, and up until...
  4. D

    Looking for home surveillance/security camera that is not cloud or cell phone dependent

    For some time I've wanted to add a motion activated, night vision security camera to the front of my house. Something that will work without Internet access and stream the content to my local network - To a PC on that network - wirelessly. The camera would have WiFi and solar power. Would be...
  5. DrBoo1Ghost

    Home Security Camera Recommendations?

    Looking to add some outdoor cameras to my home. Ideally, I'd like a cost-effective system that's easy to maintain (so no replacing/charging batteries in the cameras), works at night (either IR or spotlights, though IR is preferred as I frequently use a telescope in my backyard), and doesn't...
  6. I

    [SOLVED] Best way to set up HomeKit Secure outdoor security cameras

    Hello, Trying to find out best way to set up a outside security cameras with HomeKit Secure. Was trying to find a camera that uses POE because I’m upgrading my home WiFi network with Ubiqity’s Prosumer mesh network and access points throughout the interior/exterior. Trying to avoid having...
  7. Jared1027

    [SOLVED] PoE to Outlet Socket

    Are there any options for connecting a PoE to an outlet socket? I am looking into getting the Nest Cam (outdoor or indoor, battery) which comes with a weatherproof cable. I have PoE cables already routed to the outside of my house and am wondering if I can find a sort of switch or conversion...
  8. M

    [SOLVED] Remotely reset a disconnected static SIM connection at property using a backup SIM connection?

    What equipment to use? How to do it? I have an unreliable static mobile internet connection (functions through a SIM card in a router) which I use to monitor my home through a Wi-Fi security camera. There are no other options other than the mobile network for a way to connect to the internet...
  9. geek123

    [SOLVED] Weird WiFi camera problem

    Hello all and Hope everyone is staying safe OK so here is the issue. I am using 5 Dragon Touch OD10 WiFi Security Cameras. All are outdoor. I have Comcast Gigabit My Modem is a Netgear Nighthawk CM2050v and Router is a RBR50V2 with a satellite. During the day I maintain average speeds of...
  10. G

    Question small cameras for apartment security

    Hello, I'm looking for some beginner advice on buying and setting up some cameras. The reason is the landlord of my apartment has been entering the apartment when I'm not there. I have no idea what it should cost for something that works. I'm looking for something fairly low-budget if...
  11. TheDarkPleco

    [SOLVED] Amcrest Security Camera causing DDOS attacks and repeated Masscan?

    Hello, I have recently purchased an Amcrest Security Camera and set it up via POE. It works great and I have been very pleased with it, but I have been having strange things occur ever since I got it. I run a nextcloud instance for personal use and I noticed that this morning it wasn't up and...
  12. S

    [SOLVED] How do I build a DIY surveliance camera?

    I'm trying to find out how to build a DIY surveliance camera to attach to the outside of my apartment door, to keep neighbors from stealing my packages. I have a lot of old laptops, a desktop and other tech, so I think I might have the parts. I just can't seem to find guides on how to build a...
  13. W

    Question Need to know about security cameras

    Hello, im working in store, and sometimes we need to check cameras but we can only access few cameras, and its only work in old internet explorer, something called nvr3.0, first we open ie then type ip address and its asking username and password, then its gonna show few camera. But before there...
  14. LedaOhio9

    Question Recommendation needed for Outdoor Wifi Security Camera

    Fairly sure this post is not the right spot for such a question?? Anyway.. Looking for an outdoor wifi camera. With Listening Audio Long battery life Waterproof / Durable / Solid / Not a piece of crap 30+ yards distance IR I can move around my property And that plays nice with...
  15. Destroyer1170

    [SOLVED] How can I improve fast forward playback speed?

    My GTX 780 gave up, and I'm looking for an upgrade to replace it. While the 780 was working, I noticed that video playback from my 5MP 30FPS H.264 home security camera was better performed by my CPU rather than my GPU hardware acceleration. For example, with hardware acceleration on, I could...
  16. C

    Question Home CCTV

    Hello everyone, I am wanting to create a home cctv system that is networked based, but not on the internet. I want it to be a true closed circuit system. I want to use IP cameras, and a standard PC to create this. I will be watching the outside of the house at various angles. I believe I can...
  17. B

    [SOLVED] Can you reprogram two different wireless security cameras?

    So there is a website to get discounts off of amazon called vipon.com. On that website i have gotten 2 different brands of wireless security camera that each use a different phone app that you can access them from. I was wondering if it is possible to combine them into one program or app whether...
  18. Barty1884

    Question PoE Camera that work with Google Home or Alexa Show?

    Hi all, Anybody know of any IP cameras, PoE and outdoor rated that integrate well with Google Home (preferably) or Alexa Show ? Ideally cheap(ish)... I gather the Reolink RL-420-5MP does, albeit syncing via their own app then tying into Nest/Google Home, but seems like my main contender...
  19. X

    Seagate BarraCuda 2TB Desktop Hard Drive 3.5" SATA III 6GB's

    https://www.ebuyer.com/753878-seagate-barracuda-2tb-3-5-hard-drive-at-ebuyer-com-st2000dm006?mkwid=s_dc&pcrid=51508054739&pkw=&pmt=&gclid=CjwKCAjw4PHZBRA-EiwAAas4ZqwjiuIqK7Mgfd4hYzD9N5lID-dx_NtH6an8ZYg1nEYXFzIu6oB8zBoC7xwQAvD_BwE I have got an WB Blue Drive 5400 and wondering would this...