Speed Requirements for Remote Storage
When recording your IP cameras off-site to our remotely hosted servers, you will be required to have a high-speed Internet connection with
matching upload and download speeds if possible. A static IP address is not required, but it is recommended for a more stable solution.
Satellite Internet connections are not recommended when using our off-site hosting services due to the low upload speeds.
| RECOMMENDED BROADBAND SPEEDS AT THE CAMERA LOCATION | ||
| Number of Cameras | Download Speed | Upload Speed |
| 1-2 | 384Kb | 384Kb |
| 3-4 | 512Kb | 512Kb |
| 5-6 | 768Kb | 768Kb |
| 7-8 | 1.5Mb | 1.5Mb |
| 9+ | *Remote Storage or Maintenance & Monitoring is required. | |
Speed Requirements for Remote Maintenance & Monitoring Solution
If you choose to store the video on a Network Storage PC located where the cameras are to be installed, you are not required to have a high-speed Internet
connection. This is only required if you wish to view the video and archives remotely from another location. A static IP address is recommended if you wish
to have remote access to the system. A static IP address is required when choosing our Remote Maintenance & Monitoring Solution.
| RECOMMENDED BROADBAND SPEEDS AT THE CAMERA LOCATION FOR REMOTE ACCESS | ||
| Number of Cameras | Download Speed | Upload Speed |
| 1-9 | 384Kb | 256Kb |
| 10-19 | 512Kb | 384Kb |
| 20-29 | 768Kb | 512Kb |
| 30+ | 1.5Mb | 768Kb |
You will be required to have a high-speed Internet connection at both the camera location and at the location where you want to host your Network Storage PC (Corporate Headquarters, at your home, etc.). A static IP address is recommended at the camera location. A static IP is required at the Network Storage PC location.
* Recommended Broadband Speeds at the Camera Location: See chart for the Remote Storage Solution.
* Recommended Broadband Speeds at the Network Storage PC Location: Please call Remote-Patrol for a free consultation.
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