Add A PoE Switch to IP Camera NVR System
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- čas přidán 29. 06. 2024
- Are you looking to expand your IP camera system and improve its connectivity? In this video, we'll show you how to seamlessly integrate a Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch into your existing PoE Network Video Recorder (NVR) setup. By doing so, you'll enhance the performance, scalability, and flexibility of your IP camera system.
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:41 PoE NVR Introduction & Limitations
0:01:29 Why Need to Add a PoE Switch?
0:02:06 How to Add a PoE Switch to PoE NVR Installing IP Camera System?
0:06:45 How to Verify If Your PoE NVR Can Add a PoE Switch?
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Thank you...Very simple and informational...The last part especially..
...Uplink Port and POE Ports separated by a subnet is probably the feature of VLAN and made so for the whole purpose of security....I guess so...Can you please clarify on that subject matter, a bit more?
You still can access all the cameras through the NVR. As long as you set the password for both cameras and the NVR. I think there is no much difference regarding the security. Creating a subnet can avoid the IP conflict since the cameras will have different subnet. However, it did create one possible issue, the NVR can't see the IP cameras from the local network. If you have one camera which you can't bring the cable to the NVR, and you can't leverage the network topology.
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Thank you for this video, it is awesome. So if I have a 4ch NVR and connect it to an 8port Switch, will it show 8 cameras?
The number of channels on the NVR dictates the maximum number of cameras it can support. Connecting it to an 8-port switch won't expand this capacity; it will still show a maximum of 4 cameras.
Thanks for this video , Is the wireless router necessary for the poe switch with multiple camera connected to function properly?
No need. The PoE switch can connect multiple cameras together, and you can upload all the video to NVR from the PoE switch.
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Thank you very much for detailed videos. Have a question , I am not able to add Poe switch to my Reolink rnl8-410. I tried your method and it is not recognizing the camera connected to router. Does that mean, Reolink nvrs don’t support adding non camera to their Ethernet port?
Reolink's support for cameras connected through external switches or routers, especially non-Reolink devices, can be limited and might not always work as expected. While Reolink NVRs are generally compatible with Reolink cameras, there could be limitations or specific requirements when adding cameras through a PoE switch, especially if the cameras are from a different manufacturer. Ensure all devices are compatible and that you're aware of any limitations. Ensure that the cameras connected through the PoE switch are on the same IP network as the NVR.
Great video! Currently I have 3 IP-cameras connected wirelessly to my NVR and now I want to add 2 cameras placed appr. 100 m away from the NVR. These new cameras will be PoE-cameras powered from a PoE-switch, which in turn will have internet access through fiber from my router. Question: Should the NVR be placed between the router and the PoE-switch ( Router -- NVR -- (fiber) -- PoE-swith -- Camera ) or can both the NVR and the PoE-switch be connected to each other through the router ( NVR -- Router -- (fiber) -- PoE-switch) ? Thanks!
You can either connect the router and NVR to the same PoE switch or connect the NVR and PoE switch to the same router. Either way will work. If you're interested, we can also provide a custom design for your setup. All you need is to submit the inquiry here: www.fastcabling.com/free-solution-design/
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Thanks for the video. I have a scenario here; connected 9 cameras on 3 separate POE switches which are basically connected to the OFFICE LAN. On top of that I have POE NVR on another Building connected with 8 ip cameras on its ports. I can view these 8 cameras connected directly on the NVR but fail to view those on the LAN though the NVR is connected to the LAN. What settings should I change to enable me to view both cameras; on the LAN and those connected on the NVR ports directly.
I think the PoE NVR has created a private subnet to take in the cameras from those POE ports. Meanwhile the NVR the public subnet to talk to the LAN. That is why the cameras in the LAN can't reach the NVR, because there are two different subnets in the NVR. You can get the cameras from the LAN into the private subnet of your NVR. You might need another NVR to take in the cameras from the LAN.
@@Fastcabling cold he fix this by giving the IP address to the NVR from the cameras on the LAN?
This is very helpful and I just have one question. In my home, I saw 6 IPCs cables connected with POE switch, which then 6 cables connected between the POE switch and the NVR. Would only be one cable connecting NVR and the POE switch?
Yes, you can connect the PoE switch to the LAN port on the NVR with only one Ethernet cable.
Sounds like a poe injector
Are you sure your "poe switch" has a switch
The PoE injector is a type of single-port PoE switch that can only provide power to a single device, which limits your ability to expand your network. If you want to know more about their differences, please refer to our latest video: czcams.com/video/i-1fHqDMBpE/video.html
Thanks for your informative vids, question, I plugged 4 cameras into a 8 port switch then took one poe cable to my nvr powered everything up and got nothing on my connected monitor, what am I doing wrong
You can run a quick test. Remove 4 cameras on the 8. ports PoE switch and see whether you can see the video from the one last camera. Just remember you probably need to configure the NVR to link that camera.
I was wondering how did you connect the NVR and switch via PoE ports since these ports are used to deliver power to the device as well like what I think now the NVR is delivering power to switch and vice versa!?
No, the NVR is usually powered through its own power supply, not via PoE from the switch. In this video, we're trying to connect it to a larger network via a PoE port on an external PoE switch to connect more cameras. The switch will not supply power if it's not requested by the device. The connection primarily serves for data communication. Actually, you can connect the switch directly to a RJ45 Ethernet port on the NVR.
Hi, i have 6 cameras POE onvif connected to a POE switch, from the POE switch connected to the LAN port of the Hikvision NVR, when I connect the POE switch to one of the inputs of the 8 available ports, I do not get an image, does my NVR not support that connection? The model is ds-7608nxi-k2/8p. Thanks for your support.
It seems like your Hikvision NVR might not support automatic recognition of the cameras. Try manually adding the cameras in the NVR's settings using their IP addresses to see if that resolves the issue. Good luck with your setup!
I have two buildings: my house and garage, not too far apart. Currently, I have a single Ethernet cable running from my house to the garage. Now, I want to install eight IP cameras in my garage, but I don't want to run separate Ethernet cables from my house to each individual camera in the garage.
My plan is to use a POE switch in the garage. This PoE switch would power and connect all eight cameras. Then, I'll connect this garage PoE switch to another switch I have in my house. This house switch is connected to my XVR.
So, essentially, I'd have all eight garage cameras connected to a PoE switch in the garage, and that switch will connect to another switch in my house, which in turn connects to my XVR. Do you see any issues with this plan? Thanks you.
No, there is no issue with your design. I assume the AC power source is ready at the garage. Otherwise, you can consider the PoE powered switch and send the power from your house.
Can you add more port/camers above specified physical port....ie a 4 channel to have 8 cameras?
The number of channels on the NVR dictates the maximum number of cameras it can support. If you have a 4-port NVR that supports 8 channels, you can add more cameras above the specified physical ports.
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Q 1: to check the compatibility of PoE switch NVR needs to connect through PoE port to router or NVR network port to router?
Q 2: If the NVR has got 4 PoE port can it view 8 cameras through 8 PoE switch?
A1: some NVRs are vendor-specific. If you’re unsure about the compatibility, you can contact the manufacturers or refer to the specs. If they're ONVIF-compatible, that should be fine.
A2: That depends on the capacity of your NVR. If it can handle 8 channels, then you can view 8 cameras simultaneously. However, if it only has 4 channels, it's limited to connecting and recording four cameras at any one time.
What if you still have no internet connection, but you want to test if the camera is working. Is the camera still works if you just connect it to the nvr through the monitor connected by hdmi?
Yes, you can still test the camera's functionality by connecting it directly to an NVR. Check the camera feed for any issues, such as a clear or distorted image. If the camera has pan, tilt, and zoom (PTZ) functionality, test these features through the NVR's interface. But please keep in mind that this method is primarily for testing the camera within your local surveillance system. To access the camera remotely, you will need an internet connection.
After adding a new switch network are unreachable and even the light in a poe doesnt blink Im using cisco 350 managed switch. Can you help?
You need to double-check all physical connections, including Ethernet cables, to ensure they are properly seated and connected to the correct ports on the switch. Verify that the power source for the switch (PoE or external power supply) is functioning correctly. And you can disconnect the new switch from the network and see if the existing network returns to normal. This will help determine if the issue is related to the new switch or not.
Question: is it possible to connect the Poe switch to the router via uplink cable and then connect directly to the switch both the cameras and the NVR?
Absolutely!
Here is my scenario. I have two buildings that are separated by 30 feet of distance. One building has four cameras and a ethernet cable running underground to Building B which is the main building. The main building has four cameras. We now want to switch to a poe system. We are thinking we get an 8 PORT p o e switch for Building B and an 8-port poe switch for main building + NVR IN MAIN BLDG.. ethernet cable running from Building B to building A would connect the two POE switches. Is there anything we are missing or will this setup work. thank you for your time
It's a simple process to add a wireless network bridge between the two buildings especially since its a short distance. I use a UeeVii 5.8ghz between my workshop and House which is about 25m and it works very well. 8 port POE on the shed side which I run 3 cameras and my LAN still moves along nicely. Got mine in Australia for around $100 AUS . Very simple set up.
@@Hungry_Hunter I appreciate your responding but you answered my question by telling me what you would do. I am asking you if my setup will work with a ethernet cable connecting 2 POE switches in 2 different buildings,
Since the Ethernet cable is existed, yes, you can set PoE switch both building and leave the NVR at the main building. The cameras in another building can return to the NVR. What you think of is correct. You have everything you need.
Thank you for the information here and the guidance. I implemented your design but the HDMI output from the NVR directly to my 4K TV would not update taking anywhere from 10 seconds to over 2 minutes per frame. The only thing that seems to work is to connect the PoE Switch's uplink port directly into the NVR - that's the only difference from your design. Now the system is working. Would you happen to know why this works or why I could do it exactly the way you did? Thank you.
When you connected the PoE Switch's uplink port directly to the NVR, it established a more direct and potentially faster pathway for data from the cameras to reach the NVR. This setup minimizes the number of hops and potentially reduces latency and bandwidth issues that can occur when more network devices (like additional routers or switches) are involved in the data path.
@@Fastcabling Thank you for your kindness and sharing your insight!
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im a new for installing nvr i have one of NVR4104HS-4P-4KS2/L dahua brand i dont know if supported for PoE device
The Dahua NVR4104HS-4P-4KS2/L is indeed a PoE (Power over Ethernet) NVR, and it supports PoE devices, including PoE-enabled cameras.
I have 5 tp-link tapo cameras (c520ws and c540w) which are not poe capable. Can I use a poe switch and a poe splitter for it to work instead of plugging the cameras one by one to an electrical outlet?
Yes, it will work.
I have 4ch NVR, can adding PoE switch add more camera on the NVR? eg.. 5 or more camera on the 4ch NVR ?
You will have to check the capacity of your NVR. If the NVR doesn't offer extra channel to take in more camera, you can't add more cameras to your NVR.
if i'm gonna put a ptz camera at 450 feet from my nvr do i only need a poe switch or do i need a poe extender and a poe switch
If your NVR supports PoE, you can directly connect the PoE extender to the NVR. If not, you will need a PoE switch to provide power to the extender.
Is it possible for me to run cat 6 from my router to my NVR, then from my router to an access point and from the access point to my Poe switch
Yes, you can connect the NVR and PoE switch directly to your router.
I have a 32 reolink camera system how many poe switch will i be able to use to set up my system?
To set up a 32-camera Reolink system using Power over Ethernet (PoE), you'll need to consider several factors to determine how many PoE switches you'll require.
You'll need to check the power requirements for each Reolink camera. Different models may have varying power needs. For example, if each camera consumes around 15 watts, you can calculate the total power needed for all 32 cameras.
PoE switches have a maximum power budget or wattage they can provide to connected devices. For instance, if you have a PoE switch with a total power budget of 250 watts, you can calculate how many cameras it can support. If your power requirement exceeds the capacity of a single switch, you'll need to distribute the cameras across multiple switches and possibly daisy chain them for scalability.
And you need to ensure your network infrastructure, including the switches and cabling, can handle the bandwidth requirements of all 32 cameras.
Remember that it's essential to plan your network carefully to ensure reliable and efficient operation. If you're interested, we can also provide free solution design to our customers. Please free to submit your inquiry here: www.fastcabling.com/free-solution-design/
Can you add more cameras (like 24 cameras) in this design?
Yes, as long as your NVR can handle 24 cameras.
Hi, here is my scenario, I have 4ch PoE NVR and 4 IP cameras. 2 of my IP cameras are near to the PoE NVR, so basically, I connected that 2 IP cameras directly to the PoE NVR. However, the other 2 IP cameras are far from the PoE NVR, so I decided to connect that 2 IP cameras to a PoE switch and then, that PoE Switch will be directly connected to the PoE NVR. Do you think that the 2 IP Cameras which is far away will be detected by the NVR? Do you think there will be a problem with this scenario? Thank you for your time.
Connecting two IP cameras directly to the PoE NVR and the other two through a PoE switch should work fine. Just ensure the PoE switch supports the required power and bandwidth for all cameras. Distance shouldn't be an issue if you're within the network's limits(328ft max.).
Should work fine without any problems so long de distance is not more than 100 metres between the POE and NVR.
Yes it will
Is there a method to add channels to a NVR to increase the number of cameras visible?
The number of channels an NVR can support is usually fixed by its physical hardware specifications but you can add more cameras if your NVR supports using a PoE switch for additional cameras. If you're interested, you can refer to this video: czcams.com/video/vwTmfbe8bSU/video.html.
Or you can combine two NVRs together to increase the availability of camera channels. Some NVR software solutions, particularly those designed for PC-based systems, may allow you to add additional camera licenses to increase the number of supported cameras.
HELP HELP I WANA GET A REOLINK PTZ CAMERA X16 BUT I DONT KNOW WHAT MODEL OF SWITCH ACTIVE SHOULD I GET
Hi, can you please email us at support@fastcabling.com? Our support team will get back to you as soon as possible, and please include the camera specs.
If am to install 8 IP cameras, must the 8 goes to POE or some can to the NVR device while some goes to the POE?
If you have more cameras than the NVR can support directly or you need to position cameras in locations far from the NVR, an external PoE switch can be used. You can connect some cameras directly to the NVR (if available ports) and others to the PoE switch. The PoE switch will need to be connected to the NVR (usually via one of its LAN ports) to transmit data from the cameras connected to the switch.
When using an external PoE switch, ensure that the uplink to the NVR can handle the bandwidth generated by the connected cameras, especially if you're using high-resolution cameras. The NVR's network interface (where the switch is connected) must support enough throughput to avoid bottlenecks.
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What's the max temperature can your poe switch operate in?
Ordinary PoE switches can only work within a limited temperature range of 0~40°C, but we have also developed a series of outdoor PoE switches that can work at -40°C~60°C.
Outdoor PoE switches: www.fastcabling.com/product-category/outdoor-poe-switches/
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Which type of nvr are you using
Here is the NVR you saw in this video. www.fastcabling.com/product-category/network-video-recorder/
Is it possible to connect 7 cameras to a 8 channel poe switch And pass that to a 4 channel NVR?
You will have to check the capacity of your NVR. If the NVR doesn't offer extra channel to take in more camera, you can't add more cameras to your NVR.
Thanks .. so, in this video, do you mean you can run 12 cameras at same time? Because your nvr 4 channels and your poe 8 channels.
The number of channels on an NVR indicates how many cameras it can record simultaneously. If your NVR is a 4-channel NVR, it can handle and record video feeds from up to 4 IP cameras. The NVR in this video can handle more than 4 cameras. If you want to run 12 cameras simultaneously, you’ll need an NVR that supports at least 12 channels.
Is there a way to expand the existing NVR to to use more cameras.
If your limitation is not the number of IP channels but rather the physical connections or power supply, adding a PoE switch can help, just as demonstrated in the video. However, if your current NVR is at its capacity, consider upgrading to a larger model that supports more cameras or add an additional NVR.
You can consider implementing VMS that can handle inputs from multiple NVRs or directly from IP cameras. VMS solutions can be more powerful and offer advanced features like analytics and remote access. For some scenarios, especially where on-premise hardware expansion is limited, consider cloud-based video recording solutions.
Can you connect POE switch to a Reolink nvr?
The PoE switch is onvif-compatible. If you need to connect more PoE cameras than the NVR can directly support, a PoE switch can be used to provide both power and data connectivity to additional cameras. However, the total number cannot exceed the NVR’s channel capacity. For example, if an NVR is described as an 8-channel NVR, it can handle up to 8 cameras, regardless of how many network ports it has or how many cameras the connected network can support.
if the poe nver is linked to the internet router, does the poe switch, needs to be linked to the internet router too,
The cameras can connect to the PoE switch, which in turn connects to the NVR, and the NVR handles the connection to the internet.
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How will you know if the camera is spoiled
You can check the indicator on the PoE switch or check the NVR's interface to see if the camera is recognized and connected.
Why did you have to first go through a router???
Connecting your PoE NVR to a router allows you to access your security cameras remotely. If you only need to view the camera feeds locally and don't require integration with other network devices, you can set up your PoE NVR and cameras as a standalone system.
I did not understand the explanation @7:04.
A subnet is a segment of an IP network where all devices share the same IP address prefix. Different subnets isolate traffic and devices, while the same subnet allows direct communication between devices.
PoE Ports and LAN Port on the Same Subnet: All devices, including the NVR, IP cameras, and any other devices on the local network, share the same IP address range (e.g., 192.168.1.x). Devices can communicate directly with each other without needing additional routing. Remote access to both the NVR and cameras is simpler since they are on the same network.
PoE Ports on a Different Subnet from the LAN Port: The NVR creates an isolated subnet for the IP cameras connected to its PoE ports (e.g., 192.168.2.x), while the LAN port is on the primary network (e.g., 192.168.1.x). Camera traffic is isolated from the rest of the network, which can improve security and reduce network congestion.
8:17 seriously? Your way to verify if the devices are compatible is to blindly buy a camera that may or may not work with your existing system? How about a way to find the information before you buy the cameras? And why did you only connect 3 cameras? Your nvr has 4 ports do that mean the nvr cannot have additional cameras added ti expand the nvr from 4 cameras to 10 by using that switch you have? Thanks
You might need check whether both cameras and the NVRs are Onvif compatible. If both cameras and the NVR support Onvif, you have a good chance it works with each other.
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