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ahhh.. Now I get it. What do I need to use 2 different modems in PC base and Stand alone DVR?

Hi guys, I'm new to this forum and I don't have enough knowledge about CCTVs. I need a CCTV for a small hardware store with a small warehouse. 8 channel IR cameras, and i need to monitor it via internet. Now my concern is, the connection offered in the area is just 1mbps but the actual speed ranges only from 300~600kbps and the IP is Dynamic. What type of CCTV to choose? Stand Alone DVR, PC base, IP cams? or any other type of CCTV? and what Brand to choose? Thanks.

@ rory: To sum things up, PC base DVR is better than stand alone DVR when it comes to streaming? But PC base requires more cooling than stand alone DVR? right? Is it possible to divide 8 channel DVR cards into 2 different internet modems? For faster streaming purposes.

Practical might not be an option, what kind of environment is this going in? If its too hot then a PC DVR will likely not last, even a stand alone may have issues but Ive found they do a much better job in extreme temps due to their hardware being much more basic, small tiny board with slow onboard processor and not much else. In extreme heat the hard drives normally go first. This isnt just a home or business PC, being a DVR it is writing all the time so its going to get hot in there. Since you are also in the Tropics, like me, if there is no AC or at least no fan then go for a basic stand alone IMO. Less features but it stands more chance of lasting in that case - less network streaming options and also less evidence sharing features then a decent PC DVR card. Yes, the environment is situated in a tropical area and providing AC just for the DVR is an additional expense. Is it ok to use just a fan for the DVR? Does Stand Alone DVR consumes less power than PC base DVRs? So i think Stand Alone DVR is much better. haha I'm confused. I'm really concern about the streaming speed.

Then what should be the most practical option in my situation? PC base or Stand alone DVR? I don't have enough knowledge about the type of cameras yet but I think most of the supplier that sell an affordable analog cameras here in Cebu, Philippines is the 3.6mm sony CCD lens. 2 DVR cards in a PC with 2 different modems. or 2 DVR with two different modems?

Yes, you're sending less data through the pipe so your frame rate should increase. This of course does not affect what is being recorded locally. So dividing 1 DVR into 2 and 4 cams per DVR having different internet connection makes the streaming faster compared to 1 DVR with 8 channels?

So switching from streaming 8 to 4 or lesser cameras makes it faster? haha... the area is located in a province here in the philippines. Globe Broadband 1mbps wiimax is just the Internet provider in the area, I don't have any choice.

Budget ranges from 60,000-80,000 pesos, approximately 1,300-1,800 dollars depending on the type of CCTV. Yes, because the lights inside the store and warehouse is turned off at night. It's the download speed. I should have check for the upload speed, I forgot. Since I just check the speed in the area using Teamviewer. I'll check the upload speed later but i think it's lower than the download speed which makes the situation even worse. How about dividing 8 cams into 2 DVRs with 4 channel analog cams and providing separate internet connection per DVR? then fusing the 2 DVRs in one monitor. Is it possible?