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If I stall long enough someone else will do it. I haven't bricked anything since 1995. I'm ona roll bro an I don't wanna break the streak.

Bro...I'm really disappointed in you! I thought you were a boldly go where no man hast gone before typa guy.

I thoght you were coming over whilst I lounged and had one of thiose drinks with the umbrella in it???

Another thing: the browser component for this HIKVision camers loads and exucutes in a snap; installing this component is quick and painless (at least on FireFox, haven't tried IE yet). This as opposed to the Dahua components which I seem to have to install many times and the install is always the slow boat to China (sorry, couldn't resist). The HIKVision/Swann camera software/firmware and browser component feel faster, more efficient, and more mature. IMO. YMMV.

HIKVision may have put a switch in the Swann firmware which disallows flashing Swann branded cameras with DS-2CD2032-I firmware. This is most likely probable, at least I know I would.

Two (2) cameras in generic white boxes with a Swann label stuck on it Two (2) 60-foot Cat5e cables Six (6) machine screws One (1) 8x11 piece of papers that says "STOP SWANN has the answers!" (meaning: please don't call Costco") One (1) English and one (1) Spanish quick start guide (summation: "Plug this end of the wire into you camera and this end into your Swann NVR") Zero (0), none, nada software

This is not proQurement. This is linQage.

You procure the correct firmware. I may do it. For the fame! For the trail-blazing! To boldly go where no Q™ has gone before! For my CamBudds! And because, why leave well enough alone?

To the tune of London Calling by The Clash... "CAUSE FIRMWARE IS CALLING AHHHHHHHHHHH...I'M FLASHING MY SWANNIES!" But who will be the first to tread this lonely road? Calling MaxIcon!

Just did a quick and dirty snapshot from the cams web interface. This camera is running at 1920x1080 (2MP). Really go to go now gentleman. Talk at you later.

I imagine they come ready for DHCP, so this step is likely not needed right? Or did you do something other than IP config (or was DHCP disabled by default)? They initially came up with a whacko default IP address of something like 192.0.0.61. I have NO IDEA where that came from but the iVMS-4000 Client Software managed to see the camera and allowed me to edit the camera's IP address. I don't think DHCP is enabled by default. Gotta go!

IMO: i5 processor minimum; i7 processor preferred. I'm running dual Xeon 3.19ghz and I'm stressing my procs with just a single 1MP cam + three 2MP cams. I might be able to add another 3MP of cams, but it's gonna be stressful no doubt. OK...gotta go and do some actual WORK today...later guys.

Here a snapshot. I messed with the settings a bit. This is with WDR enabled and set to 13 of 100. BTW, this camera's web interface is VERY FAST and responsive compared to my Vivoteks and Dahuas. In addition, the only resolutions available are 1280x720 or 1920x1280. I'm wondering is one could find the firmware for the HIKVision version of this camera -- and was to flash these Swann units with it -- if one might not be able to pull 3MP out of them. 'Cause why leave well enough alone? And why not destroy a brand new perfectly good camera, eh?

Roger that Biofarmer: Swanns fly in the Blue Eye

Update... I have one of these cameras streaming to Blue Iris now using the default HIKVision RTSP in the BI camera list. FYI: the factory defaults for these cameras are... UID: admin Pwd: 12345 To perform initial configuration, download iVMS-4000 Client Software v2.03.17.04 from the HIKVision Website... http://www.hikvisionusa.com/downloads.html After initial configuration (basically all I did was set the camers IP address to my subnet scheme), log into the camera with your web browser, install required browser components) and log into the camera to set all camera options. BTY 75% of my time has been spent crimping then recrimping then recrimping then recrimping then recrimping the DIY Cat5e cable we ran out to the warehouse.

Mine just arrived. They are built like little camera tanks. Going to configure one now, hang it in the warehouse and try to get it streaming MP goodness to Blue Iris.

Anthony, do these cameras run at 2048×1536 resolution?

bigglebowski speak truth. I always wait one year before upgrading my desktop OS. By then, all the warts have been revealed.

You know...they're just 2 Qrappy little cameras but I was really looking forward to plugging them in and getting them rolling. Now my life is ruined and I shall have to get into therapy to sort it all out.

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I just called Costco to inquire why the FedEx tracking number specified in my Costco shipping confirmation email does not exist (as per FedEx tracking). Costco said it ships direct from Swann and Swann is currently closed, so no resolution for "1 to 2 days" by the Costco "Resolution Department." Now I'll have to wait until next week to get my cameras and thanks friggin' suQs.

And here are the DS-2CD2032-I specifications from the HIKVision Website http://www.hikvision.com/en/Products_show.asp?id=7326 Camera Image Sensor: 1/2.5" Progressive Scan CMOS Signal System: PAL/NTSC Min. Illumination: 0.07Lux @ (F1.2, AGC ON) ,0 Lux with IR Shutter time: 1/25(1/30) s to 1/100,000 s Lens: 4mm@ F2.0, Angle of view: 75.8° (6mm, 12mm optional) Lens Mount: M12 Day& Night: IR cut filter with auto switch Digital noise reduction: 3D DNR Compression Standard Video Compression: H.264/M-JPEG Bit Rate: 32 Kbps ~ 16 Mbps Dual Stream: Yes Image Max. Image Resolution: 2048×1536 Frame Rate: 50Hz: 12.5fps (2048 × 1536), 25fps (1920 × 1080), 25fps (1280 × 720) 60Hz: 15fps (2048 × 1536), 30fps (1920 × 1080), 30fps (1280 × 720) Image Settings: Saturation, brightness, contrast adjustable through client software or web browser Backlight compensation: Yes, zone optional BLC: Yes, zone configurable Network Network Storage: NAS (iSCSI optional) Alarm Trigger: Motion detection, Tampering alarm Protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, PPPoE, SMTP, NTP, UPnP, ICMP,IGMP,SNMP, FTP, 802.1X, QoS, HTTPS(SIP,SRTP,IPv6 optional) Security: User authentication, watermark System Compatibility: ONVIF, PSIA, CGI Interface Communication Interface: 1 RJ45 10M / 100M ethernet interface Reset Button: Yes General Operating Conditions: -30 °C ~ 60 °C (-22 °F ~ 140 °F) Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) Power Supply: 12 VDC ± 10%, PoE (802.3af) Power Consumption: Max. 5 W (Max. 7 W with IR cut filter on) Weather Proof: IP66 IR Range: -I: Approx 20 to 30 meters(65.6-98.4ft) Dimensions: 60.4×76.9×139.28 mm (2.4” × 3.0” × 5.5”) Weight: 500g (1.1 lbs)

And here are some more pictures...