Save $20 (Model: NV4108E)
Don't let the boys at IP-Cam-Talk lead you to believe Blue Iris is the only solution you need (as it appears they work for Blue Iris).
Had good luck so far with this NVR using 3rd party cameras.
Note:
1) Hard Drive Not Included
2) If you plan on using non-Amcrest cameras, would recommend getting an external POE switch or injector to configure your 3rd party camera (setting up camera settings/resolution and "10.1.1.x" IP and subnet/etc ) then connect to the Amcrest and manually configure it under "Customirzed" camera.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0743WP62Q
Amcrest's NV4108E-HS 8CH POE NVR supports hard drives up to 6 Terabytes, while Featuring 8CH Recording, Playback & Live View in Up to 8MP/4K Resolution @ Real-Time 30fps.
Advanced H.265 compression technology lets you save on storage space which allows for longer recording times. H.265 technology compresses your video without sacrificing any of the UltraHD video quality. Intelligent search, playback, and backup functions provide enhanced ease of use and security (for example, motion detection event and exact search functions that are accurate to one second).
Plug & Play setup, Easy to configure, access and control. Scan QR Code on POE NVR from "Amcrest View" app to instantly access live viewing and playback. Connects to and manages all the POE IP cameras on your network directly through their ethernet cables for ultimate ease and convenience in a home security system.
Max 80Mbps Incoming Bandwidth, records 7 cameras @ 4K using H.264. Records 8 cameras @ 4K by changing default settings from H.264 to H.265 and adjusting bit rate to 1792 on each camera for maximum optimization. Conveniently packaged with extras such as USB mouse, network cable, and quick start guide.
Includes USB backup feature for peace of mind. All systems CE & FCC certified with UL compliant power supplies. Guaranteed for a Full Year from purchase with US Support and US Warranty offered exclusively by Amcrest.
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I'd be concerned if you were coerced by all the BI "advocates" (sales folks) into getting BI.
Side note, what are some good software solutions besides BI? Genuinely curious as I'm thinking of getting a PoE switch and cameras to work with a computer (sorry ThanksDude I know you're rolling your eyes at this). I know BI doesn't have an Android TV or Roku app to watch the live feed, are there others that do?
So, Amcrest is so so and stay away from Reolink. However, look for Lorex? I see Lorex and Night owl a lot at Costco.
One of my big constraints is internet connectivity. The location is remote and has an internet connection but the uplink is REALLY slow.
Would something like this fit my needs (this NVR + HDD + cameras)? Or alternate suggestions welcome.
That aside your uplink constraint basically makes any solution a non-starter. 4k 30fps will take quite a bit of bandwidth - probably at least 10Mbps+ per camera with H265/VP9 compression
Is there a code?
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Thanks much for ask the detailed info! How is the Amcrest software? Reliable? Is it safe to say that Lorex Audra software and Amcrest software are similar or the same, just rebranded? Would t be okay to buy this Amcrest NVR and hook it up with a bunch of Eufy ip cameras? would that mitigate or resolve wireless connection issues (residential)?
Since Eufy supports rtsp, couldn't you just manually add the ip addresses to the NVR?
Why are you so positive my parents need BI and refuse to concede this system has a lot of value for a good size of end users at a low cost?
It' like telling a Prius owner to buy a Ford Mustang cause it can go faster and has more horse power and "looks" nicer.
8 Port POE switch - free for testing for Amazon, $50-70 otherwise.
BI - $50
Hard drive, the same you'd pay if you had an NVR
Mobile app, no cost, you use the web interface it works fine over mobile sounds like it's been a long time since you looked at BI.
It does cost more but you get so much more and it is faster than an NVR that costs twice as much and can expand more. In my test it's a 16 port NVR with just 2 cameras connected POE and one with an injector since it's a PTZ. Without the ports being used it should consume roughly the same as an 8 port.
If you read my post I don't disagree with a beginner not needing more or this being cheaper. I just said if you are going to get serious about cameras, even NVRs 10x this price cannot compare with a BI or software system. Someone like me or others on here can't use something like this but if you have to spend time on it on a daily basis this is just not going to cut it and people need to be aware this is very entry level. It will be slow and cumbersom. BI fans on here just saying spend a little more get a lot better and it's true, the advantages far outweigh the cost difference. I did like you and recommended a hardware NVR to a friend and there were just too many issues so ended up replacing it with a BI system.
8 Port POE switch - free for testing for Amazon, $50-70 otherwise.
BI - $50
Desktop + BI + POE Switch is already twice as much as this NVR. Then you still need to mess with setting it up, disable screen saver, disable Windows update, disable this that and the other services, then it will still crash from time to time. With all that, complexity and hassle, costs ~$250 to run 24/7 for a year.
BI cost little bit more than $50, plus you need to add $10 for the mobile app as that isn't free where the Amcrest Mobile App is free.
And what about Power consumption of the HP compared to this NVR?
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The performance issues are a thing of the past. As long as you have an Intel CPU that supports Quicksync and setup substreams within the BI app, you will have no problem with performance and don't need a beefy system. One of my systems runs at 0% CPU, I'm looking at my 30 camera system and it's at 5%. You can get by with a cheap, used, power efficient Dell Optiplex or HP Prodesk, the kind you find being liquidated by the pallet loads on eBay and on Craigslist & FB.
I have since upgraded to a Ryzen 3900x /64GB 3200 , which id rather not keep on 24/7 but the experience made me not want to try it again. Which is why i entered a thread about an NVR...
lets see - i still have the license - maybe ill give it another shot