vika09

Thanks a lot for the clarification guys! Just a final question. If I have a router that has access to the internet, the cameras (if accessed from a laptop inside the house connected to the same router) will only rely on the internal network (so no bandwith usage). However, if I use an external network (let's say from the USA, while my home is in India) the cameras will use the internet connection. This naturally happens automatically right? I don't need to change between 'LAN' mode and 'internet' mode each time? Thanks for help!

Hey all, Before I begin, I just wanted to provide you with a bit of information that is rather key. I live in India, and here, there are very few 'unlimited' bandwidth options for access to the internet. Even those 'unlimited' packages are pitifully slow (you're talking 128-256kbps). This poses problems, I think, for someone trying to set up a wireless camera system at home. I personally have a 54mbps connection that is capped at 18GB. I am not too keen on my wireless system using this bandwidth. So these are the clarifications I am seeking regarding the IP cameras. To access the feed on these cameras (and monitor them), will I be connecting via the internet (i.e. using the bandwidth on my internet) or will I just be accessing an IP (like I do to modify settings on a router)? I am extremely sorry if this is the stupidest question asked, but I've seen things like Dropcam being labelled as 'IP' cameras and that obviously requires me to be logged onto a website that will eat away at my bandwidth limit. Basically, I am looking for wireless cameras whose video feeds are accessible like a router is accessed. Thanks for all the guidance! Vish