dual (or quad) port gigabit ethernet adapter compatibility

[tech-wreck]

I'm looking to add two or four extra ethernet ports for hooking up wired ip cameras to a windows pc. is it as simple as fitting a generic NIC and downloading the drivers, or do i need to look for something specific?
thanks

 

[boosted1g]

What networking equipment do you have?

You don't connect the cameras directly to your computer, you connect them to a router or an Ethernet switch.


Here is what your setup should be:
Modem -> Router (you may have a combo modem/router) -> Ethernet switch -> PCs and Cameras connected to switch


If you don't have your Cameras and equipment here is what I use:
I use these cameras: http://www.amazon.com/HUACAM-HCV701-Megapixel-Outdoor-Camera/dp/B009ERANXE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424707076&sr=8-1&keywords=HUACAM+701
I use this Ethernet switch, this is POE so the switch will send the power to the cameras over the Ethernet wire; thus the power for this switch is all you need: http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-SF1008P-100Mbps-8-Port-802-3af/dp/B003CFATT2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1424707086&sr=8-1&keywords=TP-LINK+POE+SWITCH

I would suggest using iSpy or BlueIris for software. I use BlueIris, it is $50 but it is worth it.

 

[tech-wreck]

i think tom's hardware needs a 'wrong end of the stick' badge, made especially for me.

cheers for setting me straight 😀