Configuring and Connecting 10x POE IP Cameras with Win7 Server and 24-Port POE Switch

Hello,
I ask you how to connect and configure monitoring.
I have at my disposal:
10x ip cameras powered by a poe system
1x 24 port poe switch
1x Win7 server, which is to fulfill the functions of a recorder
1x internet modem
The basic question is what cables should I use online simple or crossover.
Server (recorder) for Switch I understand that the cable type is straight.
Switch cameras?
Modem for switch?
A camera register will be kept on the server but it must also be possible to view cameras online from a smartphone.

Thank you in advance for all relatively simple and not too deeply arising issues.

Welcome.

donkornholio wrote:

The basic question is what cables should I use online simple or crossover.

Simple. End devices with a switch are always connected with a straight cable. Nowadays, it basically ceases to matter (switches and network cards mostly support the Auto MDI / MDI-X function - i.e. automatic patching). All these devices are connected to the switch with cables without a patch.

donkornholio wrote:

A camera register will be kept on the server but it must also be possible to view cameras online from a smartphone.

It depends on the software you have on it, it must perform the functions you expect. Sometimes a dedicated recorder may be a better option.

Regarding the program, what would you recommend to the hardware configuration and expectations?
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I understand that the configuration is a standard network configuration where I have to properly assign the correct IP and mask to all cameras and server rooms.
Switch must also have changed Ip?

I only used Exacq Vision, but it would be quite an expensive program. I only know of Free ZoneMinder, but this one is under Linux. With 10 cameras, I'd rather buy a 16-channel recorder, but maybe someone else will recommend some sensible software to you.

When it comes to IP configuration, yes, the recorder must be able to connect to the cameras, so the easiest way to put all devices into one subnet and then configure the recorder.

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If you want to manage it, the switch should also have an IP from the same subnet. All addressing will probably be managed by a router that will provide internet for the needs of this network (which will be required if it is to be accessible from outside on a cell phone or other devices).

Of course, it will be worth broadcasting fixed IP in the internal network for the recorder and cameras.

Do you already have a router and internet or any network in your company? What model and manufacturer is this switches and cameras? What parameters does the computer have to record the image?

donkornholio wrote:

1x Win7 server, which is to fulfill the functions of a recorder

A better and cheaper solution is to buy a dedicated recorder for IP cameras with a built-in hard disk. You have a device that plays, records or manages cameras / recordings. Well-known companies Dahua or Hikvision has great application solutions that provide access to monitoring via stationary and mobile applications. You don't have to "carve" anything on windows.
It is good to rely on one camera brand + recorder.

As a colleague writes, you can do the above, but since we have all the equipment, it can be used. Build only the infrastructure and configure free software or buy a license.

In the case of sensible software, its cost may significantly exceed the cost of the recorder. If you need professional monitoring, there is nothing wrong with paying extra PLN 5000 for a license for 10 cameras for such Exacq Vision, but if you need basic monitoring, buying a 16-port DVR will be much cheaper.

The computer itself can be used, if we do not insist on Windows then you can install linux (free) and the mentioned ZoneMinder (also free). But it all depends on the needs and capabilities of the author

We are waiting for information from the author of the topic, he wrote that he has a server with win7, we do not necessarily know if he must use it. Personally, I would prefer to buy a recorder, insert a disk, connect a quick configuration and it's ready. Plus, easy configuration changes, additional applications for pc and mobile and less energy consumption.

Rafq25 wrote:

We are waiting for information from the author of the topic, he wrote that he has a server with win7, we do not necessarily know if he must use it. Personally, I would prefer to buy a recorder, insert a disk, connect a quick configuration and it's ready. Plus, easy configuration changes, additional applications for pc and mobile and less energy consumption.

In your expectation, I am sorry to interfere, Good idea because the computer will not always withstand 24/7 (ordinary disk) And in the recorder even a cheap dedicated disk up to 16 kam and it will be used for years. (I used to do reconfiguration of monitoring 2 recorders, 16kam analog and one per IP), but let's also consider the budget, then possibilities because everyone can if they want

donkornholio wrote:

but also it must be possible to view cameras online from a smartphone

And how much is UL DO internet in the place of this monitoring?

I agree that it is better to buy a set for this purpose but I have the above equipment and I would like to use it. Hp 2 x 3.6 4 core server with 16 Gg RAM memory, Switch HP ProCurve and 20 MB / sec internet of course in theory.


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The picture shows 3 servers each with a similar configuration. However, as for the system is currently Win 7 but you can change it because the server will only be used for monitoring supervision. Let me just add that I've never dealt with Linux.

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I wonder to try with Ubuntu 17.10 hard probably won't be?

It all depends on your skills (read: ability to enter relevant queries in Google and read documentation).

Please https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/ZoneMinder That's all I can suggest in this topic. I recommend you, buddy, put the equipment in the rack

If you want to take care of the construction of this monitoring, go ahead using google put the server on linux and all soft. At least you will learn something and you will have the entire system for free.

Buy a BCS recorder for a few hundred zlotys, you will do it by plugging the cables (straight) into the recorder, in the recorder you set the IP data, and it works, zero of any stress or skill at the engineer level.

I do not recommend Ztech recorders because it connects through Chinese servers and cuts a bit, and to configure devices you need to enter password logins etc.

The problem is that the task is to use the above mentioned hardware configuration. Sure, it's easier to buy a set and it's even easier to outsource it to someone but then I wouldn't post this post. To sum up, thanks to you, information on cabling and software, I will try to install Linux this week and connect everything as it should. I would like not to close this thread until the system starts, because in case of configuration problems we will be in contact here. Thank you at this stage for sharing your opinions and advice.