Migrating Dahua NVR5208

[aabs]

Hi All,
I've ordered a NVR5208 to replace my NVR4108
Is it possible to use the USB back up from my NVR4108 to restore to my new NVR5208 ?
This would save loads of time setting up the cameras again and trip wires.
I also noticed that the NVR5208 has 2 HDD interfaces.
Do they both need to be the same size HDD as on a raid array or is the 2nd HDD for another reason?

 

[c hris527]

Hi All,
I've ordered a NVR5208 to replace my NVR4108
Is it possible to use the USB back up from my NVR4108 to restore to my new NVR5208 ?
This would save loads of time setting up the cameras again and trip wires.
I also noticed that the NVR5208 has 2 HDD interfaces.
Do they both need to be the same size HDD as on a raid array or is the 2nd HDD for another reason?

Not Likely you can import a config file from 2 different model NVR's , You might be sorry you tried but my best guess is a BIG NO. You should be able to use 2 different size drives with no issues.

 

[Arjun]

It would be better to setup each camera's IVS rules in each camera's web UI. Also, seeing that you're using the PoE ports on the back of the NVR, a PoE switch would not hurt; would make it easier for you to configure and provision each camera to and fro your computer and NVR.