Fraud Blocker
*Free Shipping on Orders Over $450

Network Equipment

Build a reliable, easy-to-manage IP surveillance system with the right network pieces from one place. Start with your cameras (IP cameras) and recording (NVR recorders), then connect everything with network switches (PoE simplifies power and cabling). Extend or adapt runs using network devices like PoE injectors, splitters, and long-distance extenders. No Ethernet nearby? Powerline networking can bridge from a wall outlet. For Wi-Fi add-ons, see network routers. Finally, manage live view, playback, alerts, and user access with video management software—most options offer mobile apps and simple setup for homeowners.

Featured Networking Equipment Manufacturers

Showing 3201-3250 of 19255 Results

Page
  1. $4,380.00
    SKU: PN2A-128-48TB

    InVid PN2A-128-48TB 128 Channels 4K Network Video Recorder, 48TB

    • Up to 8 Megapixel Resolution Recording
    • 512 Mbs Bit Rate Input
    • Dual Gigabit Network Interfaces
    • Supports up to 16 channel simultaneous playback
    • Works with ONVIF or other supported IP cameras
    $4,380.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  2. $4,375.00
    SKU: VN3A-128

    InVid VN3A-128 128 Channels NVR with No HDD HDD

    • Smart Analytic Support/64ch SIP Max
    • Multiple video search options including Smart Search for
    • quick retrieval of footage
    • Ultra 265, H.265/H.264 video compression
    • Supports Native Chrome/EDGE Use
    $4,375.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  3. $4,373.40
    SKU: MR-6C-AT-TL2TB-W

    Panasonic MR-6C-AT-TL2TB-W 6 Channels Preloaded Transit Network Video Recorder, 2TB

    • Fully Tested and Configured
    • Includes VI Enterprise Server License
    • Superior US-Based Technical Support
    $4,373.40
    Low Price Guarantee
  4. $4,365.00
    SKU: M4250-40G8XF-PoE+US

    Kramer M4250-40G8XF-PoE+US PoE+ 960W and 8xSFP+ Managed Switch

    • The NETGEAR M4250 series ranges from 8 to 48 ports with a variety of PoE+ and Ultra90 PoE++ options for 15.4W, 30W, 60W, 75W and 90W AVoIP endpoints
    • Uplink options include 1G for audio installations or standalone video installations as well as 10G uplinks for larger scale video deployments
    • Also includes 12 - port multi - gigabit Ethernet and 16 - port 1G/10G fiber models for plug and play aggregation in a star topology
    • Designed for a clean integration with traditional, rack - mounted, AV equipment
    • A second pair of rackmount ears allows the switches to be mounted recessed by 2 - inches to allow for the cabling
    $4,365.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  5. $4,364.36
    SKU: XRN-3010-16TB

    Hanwha Vision XRN-3010-16TB 64-Channel 4K Network Video Recorder, 16TB

    • Up to 64CH, Max. 12megapixel camera supported
    • Max. 300Mbps network camera recording
    • Support 4K video out on HDMI monitor
    • Support Dual monitor video out
    • Support H.265, H.264, MJPEG compression
    $4,364.36
    Low Price Guarantee
  6. $4,362.28
    SKU: 02173-001

    Axis 02173-001 Q1961-TE Outdoor Thermal Bullet Camera with 7mm Lens

    • Polygonal temperature monitoring areas
    • Early fire detection analytics
    • Spot temperature reading
    • Built-in cybersecurity features
    • IP66-, IP67-, IK10- and NEMA 4X -rated
    $4,362.28
    Low Price Guarantee
  7. $4,357.80
    SKU: VMGB-604

    ACTi VMGB-604 4 Megapixel Indoor IR Network Dome Camera, 2.8-12mm Lens

    • 4 Megapixel Metadata Camera
    • Day & Night with IR LED
    • Built-in Face Recognition, Face Counting, Hard Hat Detection, Queue management
    • Event trigger, response and notification
    $4,357.80
    Low Price Guarantee
  8. $4,356.95
    SKU: Ares16-12T

    EverFocus Ares16-12T 16 Channels AXXON Next Start Network Video Recorder, 12TB

    • Dual NIC for separation of streaming camera video form LAN/WAN
    • MJPEG, MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 (dependent on camera)
    • Browser based live / playback viewing
    • Dedicated client software for NVR Live / Playback and Configuration
    • E-map support
    $4,356.95
    Low Price Guarantee
  9. $4,356.95
    SKU: Ares16P-12T

    EverFocus Ares16P-12T 16 Channels AXXON Next Pro Network Video Recorder, 12TB

    • Dual NIC for separation of streaming camera video form LAN/WAN
    • MJPEG, MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 (dependent on camera)
    • Browser based live / playback viewing
    • Dedicated client software for NVR Live / Playback and Configuration
    • E-map support
    $4,356.95
    Low Price Guarantee
  10. $4,354.95
    SKU: E1-COR-SVRP

    Pelco E1-COR-SVRP VideoXpert Core Server Hardware; EU, US, and UK Power Cords Included

    • Designed to eliminate single points of failure and ensure reliability though fault-tolerant software, distributed architecture, and multiple levels of redundancy
    • Provides scalability and modular expansion
    • Provides migration paths for Endura® and Digital Sentry® systems
    • Available in hardware and software-only distributions, for measured performance or convenient migration of customer-owned hardware
    • Microsoft® Windows®-based for easy setup and maintenance
    $4,354.95
    Low Price Guarantee
  11. $4,353.58
    SKU: 02769-021

    Axis 02769-021 D2210-VE 60 GHz Radar for Area and Traffic Monitoring 24/7

    • 4 MP and 10x optical zoom
    • Continuous 360° pan
    • Support for analytics with deep learning
    • Compact design
    • PoE or 24 V with audio and I/O connectivity
    $4,353.58
    Low Price Guarantee
  12. $4,348.24
    SKU: 94-AI920-002

    Geovision UVS-AI920-002 UVS AI Guard NVR HotSwap System 20-Bay NVR Intel i9 Processor, No HDD

    • Powered by Intel Core Processor
    • 64-bit Windows 10 IoT Enterprise
    • Support for GPU Decoding
    • 2 graphics outputs (HDMI and DisplayPort) to support up to 2 monitors simultaneously
    • 2U size (428 x 90 x 430 mm / 16.86 x 3.55 x 16.93 in)
    $4,348.24
    Low Price Guarantee
  13. $4,342.65
    SKU: FC-317-ID-N

    Flir FC-317-ID-N 320 X 240 Outdoor Network Thermal Camera, 19mm Lens, 30HZ, NTSC

    • Auto calibration for depth setup for a simple and reliable configuration
    • No additional measurement tools are needed, requiring only a single installer on site
    • Superior image quality in low-contrast conditions
    • FLIR's custom AGCs provide images with extremely high contrast
    • High performance optics deliver clear thermal video
    $4,342.65
    Low Price Guarantee
  14. $4,342.65
    SKU: FC-344-ID-N

    Flir FC-344-ID-N 320 X 240 Outdoor Network Thermal Camera, 13mm Lens, 30HZ, NTSC

    • Auto calibration for depth setup for a simple and reliable configuration
    • No additional measurement tools are needed, requiring only a single installer on site
    • Superior image quality in low-contrast conditions
    • FLIR's custom AGCs provide images with extremely high contrast
    • High performance optics deliver clear thermal video
    $4,342.65
    Low Price Guarantee
  15. $4,342.65
    SKU: FC-324-ID-N

    Flir FC-324-ID-N 320 X 240 Outdoor Network Thermal Camera, 13mm Lens, 30HZ, NTSC

    • Auto calibration for depth setup for a simple and reliable configuration
    • No additional measurement tools are needed, requiring only a single installer on site
    • Superior image quality in low-contrast conditions
    • FLIR's custom AGCs provide images with extremely high contrast
    • High performance optics deliver clear thermal video
    $4,342.65
    Low Price Guarantee
  16. $4,333.00
    SKU: XNP-6320HS

    Hanwha Vision XNP-6320HS 2 Megapixel Network Stainless Steel PTZ Camera, 32X

    • Max. 2 Megapixel (1920 x 1080) resolution
    • 4.44 ~ 142.6 (32x) optical zoom, 32x digital zoom
    • H.265, H.264, MJPEG codec support, Multiple streaming
    • WiseStream II support
    • Day & Night (ICR), WDR (150dB)
    $4,333.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  17. $4,332.42
    SKU: 94-AI720-004

    Geovision UVS-AI720-004 UVS AI Guard NVR HotSwap System 20-Bay NVR Intel i7 Processor, No HDD

    • Powered by Intel Core Processor
    • 64-bit Windows 10 IoT Enterprise
    • Support for GPU Decoding
    • 2 graphics outputs (HDMI and DisplayPort) to support up to 2 monitors simultaneously
    • 2U size (428 x 90 x 430 mm / 16.86 x 3.55 x 16.93 in)
    $4,332.42
    Low Price Guarantee
  18. $4,330.31
    SKU: NVR8008X-100

    Everfocus NVR8008X-100 100 Channel Commander 2 NVR, No HDD

    • Supports 100 channels/camera streams
    • 4TB max storage per bay
    • H.264 video compression
    • Supports Everfocus and ONVIF 3rd party cameras
    • RAID Level 0, 1, 5, 6, 10
    $4,330.31
    Low Price Guarantee
  19. $4,330.00
    SKU: ICM-7100SE

    ICRealtime ICM-7100SE 256 Channels Central Management Server Up to 50 IP Devices, 1TB

    • 256 Channel 300Mbps Total
    • 4 RJ-45 (10/100/1000Mbps)
    • 4 USB 2 HDMI / 1 VGA
    • 1U Rack Mount
    $4,330.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  20. $4,329.07
    SKU: eNVP-JAX-AI-V0008

    EverFocus eNVP-JAX-AI-V0008 9 Channels NVR NVIDIA Jetson AGX Xavier AI Box, No HDD

    • Fanless AI edge embedded box PC
    • 8-core NVIDIA Carmel Arm® v8.2 64-bit CPU
    • 512 NVIDIA CUDA cores and 64 Tensor cores (VoltaTM architecture)
    • Onboard 32 GB 256-bit LPDDR4x 136.5GB/s
    • Supports PoE connectors x 8, Giga LAN ports x 2
    $4,329.07
    Low Price Guarantee
  21. $4,328.35
    SKU: FB-650-O

    Flir FB-650-O Thermal Network Outdoor Bullet Camera, 8.7mm Lens

    • Multiple lens options offer flexible coverage of fence lines and building perimeters
    • The Elara FB-Series O's high contrast thermal imaging is ideal for use with FLIR TRK analytics encoders that can classify humans and vehicles, as well as hand-off targets for PTZ tracking
    • The Elara FB-Series O is fully integrated and certified by 3rd party video management systems and analytics
    • FLIR United VMS enables such features as thermal configuration and alarm management
    • Elara FB-Series O offers hybrid, IP and analog outputs for easy deployment with current or legacy systems
    $4,328.35
    Low Price Guarantee
  22. $4,321.89
    SKU: 02516-001

    Axis 02516-001 Q8615-E 2 Megapixel Outdoor PTZ Camera with 31X Lens

    • Superior light sensitivity with Lightfinder
    • WDR, 31x optical zoom
    • Support for intelligent analytics
    • Built-in cybersecurity features
    • IR illumination as an optional accessory
    $4,321.89
    Low Price Guarantee
  23. $4,317.60
    SKU: DW-BJDX3108T-LX

    Digital Watchdog DW-BJDX3108T-LX Blackjack DX3 Powered by DW Spectrum IPVMS NVR, 8TB

    • Supports all ONVIF conformant IP cameras
    • Record and manage single- and multi-sensor IP cameras of any resolution up to 180Mbps throughput
    • Intel® processor
    • True HD, DVI-D and D-Sub, 1 display output at a time
    • Dual network ports
    $4,317.60
    Low Price Guarantee
  24. $4,315.30
    SKU: 02174-001

    Axis 02174-001 Q1961-TE Outdoor Thermal Bullet Camera with 7mm Lens

    • Polygonal temperature monitoring areas
    • Early fire detection analytics
    • Spot temperature reading
    • Built-in cybersecurity features
    • IP66-, IP67-, IK10- and NEMA 4X -rated
    $4,315.30
    Low Price Guarantee
  25. $4,315.30
    SKU: 02176-001

    Axis 02176-001 Q1961-TE Outdoor Thermal Bullet Camera with 13mm Lens

    • Polygonal temperature monitoring areas
    • Early fire detection analytics
    • Spot temperature reading
    • Built-in cybersecurity features
    • IP66-, IP67-, IK10- and NEMA 4X -rated
    $4,315.30
    Low Price Guarantee
  26. $4,315.21
    SKU: E1-NSM-1UP

    Pelco E1-NSM-1UP VideoXpert Enterprise NSM5200 Migration License

    • Upgrade license enabling NSM5200 models to support videoXpert systems
    $4,315.21
    Low Price Guarantee
  27. $4,311.90
    SKU: VMGB-400

    ACTi VMGB-400 2 Megapixel Outdoor IR Network License Plate Camera, 2.8-12mm Lens

    • 2 Megapixel Metadata Camera
    • Day & Night with IR LED
    • Built-in Automatic License Plate Recognition
    $4,311.90
    Low Price Guarantee
  28. $4,309.00
    SKU: 427-1064-61-00S

    Flir 427-1064-61-00S 320 X 240 Network Outdoor Thermal Imaging Camera with 24mm Lens

    • Powered by FLIR thermal technology, the most deployed for perimeter protection
    • Custom AGC's and Dynamic Detail Enhancement (DDE) enhance image contrast in all scenes
    • FLIR United VMS enables such features as thermal configuration and alarm management
    • Elara FB-Series O offers hybrid, IP and analog outputs for easy deployment with current or legacy systems
    • Multiple lens options offer flexible coverage of fence lines and building perimeters
    $4,309.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  29. $4,307.55
    SKU: XRN-3210RB2-16TB

    Hanwha Vision XRN-3210RB2-16TB 32 Channels 4K Network Video Recorder, 16TB

    • Up to 32CH, 32MP Resolution
    • Max. 400Mbps network camera recording
    • HDMI out
    • User friendly UI / UX
    • AI search support when working with Wisenet AI camera
    $4,307.55
    Low Price Guarantee
  30. $4,304.00
    SKU: AVR-HN564E-42T

    Avycon AVR-HN564E-42T H.265 64 Channel Network Video Recorder, 4K, 42TB

    • Support 64 CH 5MP / 4MP / 3MP / 1080P / 960P / 720P IP input
    • Multi-mode recording: manual / timer / motion / sensor
    • Search : time slice, time, event ( manual, sensor, motion ), tag search
    • Remote control via IE or CMS : preview, playback, backup, PTZ and configuration
    • Multi-user online simultaneously
    $4,304.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  31. $4,303.00
    SKU: VN2A-64-24TB

    InVid VN2A-64-24TB 64 Channels Network Video Recorder 384 Mbps, 24TB

    • 64 Channel IP Camera Input
    • Up to 12 Megapixel Resolution Recording
    • 384 Mbps Bit Rate Input
    • Supports up to 16 channel simultaneous playback
    • Works with ONVIF or other supported IP cameras
    $4,303.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  32. $4,300.00
    SKU: CWX52F24T48MP

    Comnet CWX52F24T48MP Commercial Grade 52 Port Gbps Managed Switch

    • Commercial Grade 52 Port Gbps Managed Switch
    • 48 10/100/1000Mbps TX Ports with PoE, + 4 × 1G/10G SFP+ Ports
    • Internal dual Power Supply
    $4,300.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  33. $4,299.00
    SKU: MHW-WZ4G4-HEN4

    Bosch MHW-WZ4G4-HEN4 Z4 G4 Management Workstation

    • High-performance workstation with Intel's next generation microarchitecture
    • Multi-monitor support (NVIDIA Quadro P4000, 8 GB graphics card or NVIDIA Quadro P2000, 5 GB graphics card)
    • Silent running with HP low acoustics chassis
    • Protected by HP Hardware Services
    $4,299.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  34. $4,295.58
    SKU: 1604-06T-Q

    Exacq 1604-06T-Q Hybrid Desktop Recorder with 4 IP Cameras Licenses (24 max) and 16 Analog at 30 FPS, 6TB HDD

    • Windows and Linux compatibility
    • Kantech onboard with Windows upgrade, integrated access control and video surveillance solution
    • Support for 24 IP and 16 analog cameras
    • Doubles as a live monitoring solution
    • Includes 4 free exacqVision Professional software licenses
    $4,295.58
    Low Price Guarantee
  35. $4,294.00
    SKU: 55-SR00008-0000

    Geovision 55-SR00008-0000 GV-AI Server 8 Port with Face ID and VA 8 Port

    • Captures a large area and great details at the same time
    • High quality imaging with 4 MP resolution for both bullet channel and PTZ channel
    • Support for up to 8 channels of IP cameras
    • Realtime face recognition and tracking
    • Realtime masked face recognition and tracking
    $4,294.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  36. $4,289.00
    SKU: SSIQ8P-i5-8T

    Comnet SSIQ8P-i5-8T ServerSwitchIQ - Pro, 8 PoE Ports (130W), Quad Core i5-4590S, 8TB Enterprise HDD

    • Intelligent, high performance video surveillance recording appliances that are more than an NVR
    • Supports local video viewing with Intel Quick Sync
    • Up to 24 PoE ports with up to 480W total output
    • All-in-one server, managed PoE switch and storage
    • Comnet VyneWatchTM health monitoring features
    $4,289.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  37. $4,288.22
    SKU: WRT-P-3100W-12TB

    Samsung WRT-P-3100W-12TB Wisenet WAVE NVR with 4 Professional Licenses, 12TB

    • Preloaded and configured with Wisenet WAVE video management system & tools
    • Up to 16TB of Raw Storage
    • 170 Mbps of recording throughput
    • Includes (4) four Wisenet WAVE Professional licenses
    • Includes USB mouse and keyboard
    $4,288.22
    Low Price Guarantee
  38. $4,286.59
    SKU: 02968-001

    Axis 02968-001 Q1686-DLE Radar-Video Fusion Outdoor Camera with 9-50mm Lens

    • Merge vehicle speed and license plate ″ "on the edge
    • Radar tracking of speed and direction
    • Monitor speeds up to 200 km/h (125 mph)
    • Reliable license plate capture and recognition 24/7
    • Open platform for third-party software
    $4,286.59
    Low Price Guarantee
  39. $4,283.83
    SKU: 94-NU720-64A

    Geovision UVS-VMS-i7U20-64A Ultra Series Hotswap Network Video Recorder

    • Support up to 64 channels in GV-System and CMS applications
    • Embedded 32 GeoVision IP channels
    • Support for GPU decoding
    • Digital Matrix, support maximum 8 monitors display
    • Codecs: H264, MPEG4
    $4,283.83
    Low Price Guarantee
  40. $4,280.00
    SKU: Mx-HUB-L5-BAS

    Mobotix Mx-HUB-L5-BAS MOBOTIX HUB L5 Base License (BL)

    • MOBOTIX HUB L5 is the video management platform
    • Large and extremely security-oriented applications
    • In addition to centralized management of all servers, cameras and users across multiple sites
    • L5 also includes control for a professional video wall as standard
    $4,280.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  41. $4,278.95
    SKU: WRN-1610S-24TB

    Samsung WRN-1610S-24TB 16 Channel WAVE PoE+ Network Video Recorder, 24TB

    • Preloaded and configured with Wisenet WAVE video management system (Client & Server)
    • Includes (4) four Wisenet WAVE Professional licenses
    • 150 Mbps of recording throughput
    • Supports up to 24TB internal storage
    • PoE+ camera ports, 200W Budget
    $4,278.95
    Low Price Guarantee
  42. $4,276.90
    SKU: UN2A-128

    InVid UN2A-128 128 Channel NVR, 576 Mbps, 16 HD Bays, 4K, No HDD

    • 128 Channel IP Camera Input
    • Up to 12 Megapixel Resolution Recording
    • 576 Mbps Bit Rate Input
    • Four Gigabit Network Interfaces
    • Supports up to 16 channel simultaneous playback
    $4,276.90
    Low Price Guarantee
  43. $4,275.59
    SKU: N32NRN48TB

    Speco N32NRN48TB 32 Channel 4K H.265 NVR - NDAA Compliant with 48TB HDD

    • Supports different recording types: Continuous, Motion, Analytics, and Sensor
    • Create bookmark pins on playback for easy reference
    • Instant playback for individual channels directly from the live view screen
    • Customizable channel view placement
    • Remote monitoring, recording, playback, configuration, upgrades, and PTZ control via the internet
    $4,275.59
    Low Price Guarantee
  44. $4,271.38
    SKU: Ares32-12T

    EverFocus Ares32-12T 32 Channels AXXON Next Start Network Video Recorder, 12TB

    • Dual NIC for separation of streaming camera video form LAN/WAN
    • MJPEG, MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 (dependent on camera)
    • Browser based live / playback viewing
    • Dedicated client software for NVR Live / Playback and Configuration
    • E-map support
    $4,271.38
    Low Price Guarantee
  45. $4,264.62
    SKU: WRT-P-5204W-12TB

    Hanwha Vision WRT-P-5204W-12TB WAVE Recording Server with 12TB

    • Preloaded and configured withWisenetWAVE video management system & tools
    • Up to 36TB of Raw Storage
    • 470 Mbps of recording throughput
    • Includes (4) four Wisenet WAVE Professional licenses
    • Includes USB mouse and keyboard
    $4,264.62
    Low Price Guarantee
  46. $4,264.00
    SKU: PNM-9321VQP

    Samsung PNM-9321VQP 2 Megapixel Multi-directional + PTZ Network Camera, 32X

    • 60fps@2MP, 30fps@5MP (H.265 / H.264)
    • H.265, H.264, MJPEG codec support
    • Video Analytics, WiseStream II support
    • SD / SDHC / SDXC memory slots x 5
    $4,264.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  47. $4,262.65
    SKU: SM-ES615P-3926

    Pelco SM-ES615P-3926 2.1 Megapixel Network IP Outdoor PTZ Camera, 30X Lens

    • 130dB Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
    • Advanced Low Light Down to 0.03 LUX, Anti-Bloom Technology, 3D Noise Filtering, Enhanced Tone Mapping
    • Up to Full HD 1080p and up to 60 Images per Second
    • Full Suite of Built-In Analytics Including AutoTracker, Adaptive Motion Detection, Abandoned Object
    • Defog Mode Provides Three Levels of Fog Removal Within the Image for Improved Image Quality During Bad Weather Conditions
    $4,262.65
    Low Price Guarantee
  48. $4,260.00
    SKU: DR-6532P-36TB

    Arecont Vision DR-6532P-36TB 32 Channel, DirectIP NVR, H.265, Built-in 16 Port PoE with 36TB

    • Total incoming throughput 370Mbps
    • Up to 960ips UHD real-time recording
    • Supports H.265 / H.264 codec
    • Supports UHD display
    • Up to 960ips live display
    $4,260.00
    Low Price Guarantee
  49. $4,256.91
    SKU: FB-632-O

    Flir FB-632-O Thermal Network Outdoor Bullet Camera, 14mm Lens

    • Multiple lens options offer flexible coverage of fence lines and building perimeters
    • The Elara FB-Series O's high contrast thermal imaging is ideal for use with FLIR TRK analytics encoders that can classify humans and vehicles, as well as hand-off targets for PTZ tracking
    • The Elara FB-Series O is fully integrated and certified by 3rd party video management systems and analytics
    • FLIR United VMS enables such features as thermal configuration and alarm management
    • Elara FB-Series O offers hybrid, IP and analog outputs for easy deployment with current or legacy systems
    $4,256.91
    Low Price Guarantee
  50. $4,253.33
    SKU: IP04-06T-R2A-E

    Exacq IP04-06T-R2A-E IP 2URecorder with 4 IP Cameras Licenses (64 max), 6TB HDD

    • Store your video and data longer with hard drive configurations up to 96 TB
    • 550 Mbps of continuously streaming video ensures surveillance vigilance
    • Compatible with Illustra and thousands of other IP cameramodels, making it easy to find the right camera
    • Solid state drives and optional RAID 5 provides uninterrupted operation
    • Pre-loaded with exacqVision Professional VMS software for out-of-box simplicity
    $4,253.33
    Low Price Guarantee

Showing 3201-3250 of 19255 Results

Page
Network Frequently Asked Questions
What is a network surveillance camera?
A network surveillance camera is a digital video camera that transmits data over a network, allowing for remote viewing and recording. These cameras connect to a local area network (LAN) or the internet, enabling users to monitor their property from anywhere. They typically offer higher resolutions, advanced features like motion detection, and can integrate with various security systems.
How does a network camera differ from an analog camera?
Network cameras use digital signals to transmit video over a network, while analog cameras send video signals through coaxial cables. This difference allows network cameras to provide higher image quality, more flexibility in installation, and the ability to be accessed remotely. Additionally, network cameras often support advanced features such as analytics and cloud storage.
What are the benefits of using PoE (Power over Ethernet) for surveillance cameras?
PoE allows network cameras to receive power and data through a single Ethernet cable, simplifying installation and reducing clutter. This technology eliminates the need for separate power sources, making it easier to place cameras in various locations. PoE also enhances reliability and can be more cost-effective, especially in larger installations.
Can I access my network surveillance cameras remotely?
Yes, most network surveillance cameras come with remote access capabilities. This allows homeowners to view live feeds and recorded footage from their smartphones, tablets, or computers via an internet connection. Remote access often requires setting up an account with the camera manufacturer or using a specific app designed for the camera system.
What should I consider when choosing a network surveillance camera?
When selecting a network surveillance camera, consider factors such as resolution, field of view, night vision capabilities, and whether it supports PoE. Additionally, evaluate the camera's compatibility with existing security systems, storage options (cloud vs. local), and any advanced features like motion detection or two-way audio.