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  1. 5string

    Hikvision NVR setup 7608NI-E2/P8

    Safari and Chrome connections refused. Downloaded & installed plug-in. Still no joy. I also tried android iVMS 4.5HD which acts like it is connected, but no cameras, so I'm not sure.
  2. 5string

    Hikvision NVR setup 7608NI-E2/P8

    went smoothly. my mac seems unable to connect :(
  3. 5string

    Hikvision NVR setup 7608NI-E2/P8

    upgrading firmware now. I'm nervous. Not sure why, but I am.
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    The Dodgy Ali Express Thread.

    Shen Zhen Huafeng Industrial Co, LTD store2: fake China Air tracking number, when questioned gave fedex tracking number. pending results. Shenzhen Padshow Industry: not ipcam related nor aliexpress, but bait & switch sales and 2 sets of fake tracking numbers. refunded by amazon. avoid.
  5. 5string

    Hikvision NVR setup 7608NI-E2/P8

    I clicked *next* furiously advancing to the init hd page:laugh:
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    Hikvision NVR setup 7608NI-E2/P8

    HDD installed and formatted. admin password created and new operator account created. Seems to have connected to LAN without issues. Anything else I can do/play with while I wait for cams to arrive? - - - Updated - - - incessant beeping: nailed it :)
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    Longse camera vendor tracking numbers

    They issued me a Fedex number today explaining problems with China Air Mail... Stated (Frank Liu) would send this and any further orders via Fedex. Tracking indicates label created but no movement.
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    Longse camera vendor tracking numbers

    The PTZ? Would that be better corner mounted ~270 view including backyard?/ or center mounted with 180 view?
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    Longse camera vendor tracking numbers

    Since you are here and i have your attention.... What would be a "decent" cam for side yard, facing street, ~30ft elevation, basic overview without need for concrete facial recognition ability? ie: I want to see if anything is occuring, but other cameras would cover potential entry points. Is...
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    Hikvision NVR setup 7608NI-E2/P8

    My WD 4tb Purple arrived today. I plan on installing it on Wednesday. Will I be able to set it up without any cameras (still waiting for them to arrive)? Any installation & setup tips/pearls?
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    Longse camera vendor tracking numbers

    It's been about 10 days and the tracking number I received is still invalid. I have ordered from China many times (RC Quads, other electronics, aliexpress and others) and have never had this issue, save one time the transaction ended badly and ultimately refunded through amazon. Anyone else...
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    exterior data drop pricing check

    I had a gentleman come give an estimate for two data drops. I asked for in-wall runs, but he felt it would be too costly due to labor. He suggested exterior runs through attic soffits with UV resistant cable at $100/drop with me supplying cable and terminations. No painting or patching if...
  13. 5string

    Source for UV rated Cat5e/6 cable

    Found some. Thanks!
  14. 5string

    Source for UV rated Cat5e/6 cable

    Can't believe I didn't check ebay... Checking now!
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    Source for UV rated Cat5e/6 cable

    I'll honk when I pull up into your driveway! :black_eyed: Location updated in profile:) - - - Updated - - - Is amazon my best bet?
  16. 5string

    Source for UV rated Cat5e/6 cable

    I need >200ft UV rated cat5e/6 cable. Is my only option 500/1000ft? I could not find UV rated stuff on monoprice. Any ideas?
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    PTZ question

    That system sounds awesome! Thanks for the response.
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    Hard drive size and brand questions

    The WD Purple drives on newegg state they have "Intellipower" 5400rpm. Is there a place to get the 7200rpm drives? Is 5400rpm a deal-killer?
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    Hard drive size and brand questions

    I figured I was over-reaching. What do most folks use for residential systems? 15fps 1080p?
  20. 5string

    Hard drive size and brand questions

    On a macbook :( ETA: found online calulators. Thanks!
  21. 5string

    PTZ question

    Do these cameras auto-pan or can they be programmed to follow a set routine? What is the main benefit/use for these type of cameras? How do/would you use yours?
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    Hard drive size and brand questions

    I am slowly piecing my system together. I currently have, or have ordered: Hikvision 7608NI-E2/P8 Longse S500 Longse A400 I plan to add a few more 2-4mp cameras, not likely to exceed 6 total. I would like to record at max quality and framerate, motion detection during day, continuous at night...
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    Camera locations?

    Yes, POE on both
  24. 5string

    Camera locations?

    OK, ordered the Longse S500 and the Longse A400 minidome to start. Now to get the cat6 drops installed... Craigslist folks are sooooo very flaky...
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    Good source to buy IP items at

    Has anyone received a pricelist recently? I would like one!
  26. 5string

    Camera locations?

    While looking at all the recommended cameras, I see that the first door camera you mentioned is wireless. How could/would I interface that with the NVR? Through my wireless router?
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    New member

    :)Thanks!
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    Camera locations?

    Thanks for the recommendations!
  29. 5string

    Camera locations?

    any ideas on where (on house/elevation) to place the non-door cameras? Like this:?
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    Camera locations?

    I would like to add 4-6 cameras to cover front yard/driveway (top), side yard/gate (right), and backyard (bottom). Neighbor to the left has 2 cameras monitoring that narrow alley between our houses (left). My home is about 55' x 55' square and two stories. Is there a front/rear door solution...
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