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I have a Hikvision 2CD2132 and using iVMS4200 as vms. I cannot seem to find a way to activate motion detection. In setting up the camera through my web browser I can turn on Motion Detection. I can do manual recording in the iVMS4200 software but following the manual I cannot find an option in Event Management that will allow me to record via motion detection. Any help appreciated.

It really depends on what you want, but I'm finding it difficult to buy any more HDDs. Despite the higher cost of SSDs, I like the silence, low power, and high speed. So my advice is if you don't want to pay for an SSD, buy a HDD. Simple as that. However, SSDs do have a limited number of writes, but I'm finding this to not even be much of a concern. thanks for the reply. I'm running a small SSD in my business computer and wouldn't be without it for the reasons you mention. The cost is not that much of an issue, and I would only use an SSD for OS and programs in any computer. Data HD's are so cheap, and even though with the limited number of writes, I imagine the SSD drive will be obsolete before it craters. I guess I was just looking at the amount of storage I was giving up for the same cost, but at the same time I'm gaining some very good benefits of an SSD.

I'm trying to make a decision on a hard drive for my camera server. Don't know whether to go with an SSD or spindle HD for the OS and camera software (will use WD Purple for data storage). I certainly don't need the speed of an SSD but it would be quieter, cooler. On the other hand I can get a 1TB spindle drive for about the same price as an 120GB SSD. I could use the remainder of the 1TB for backup of non-camera data. Your thoughts please?

I've got a dedicated PC running Geovision GV-NVR and currently using 4 GV IP cameras. In setting the system up I let the router DHCP select IP addresses for the computer and all cameras. Things seem to be working pretty good. In doing some research it looks like it might be better to assign the PC and cameras static IP addresses. Is this correct? Of what advantage would it be?

I'm trying GV-VMS and have a question. While you can specify a path to record the video, is it possible to specify multiple paths. For example if you had 2 HD's could you specify to record to HD # 1 first and then when that drive is full record to HD # 2?

anyone have experience with these Seagate drives. I was thinking about using the WD green's but have seen a couple of post indicating these won't last too long as VMS storage.

Nobody using PC based camera software?? Did I post this in the wrong section of the forum?

I recently inherited 4 Geovision GV-FD1200 dome IP cameras. I would like to initially set these up inside my home, and eventually add a couple more Geovision 1.3MP exterior bullet cameras. Using the Geovision software, I've had a couple of these cameras working on the bench with an older AMD based computer. If I understand it correctly, I'm going to need more computer horsepower to run 6 cameras, and also a switch with enough POE ports. My question is what type of computer specs should I be looking for? What processor and how much ram. I can either build it myself or buy an off the shelf computer, so please help me as to what I need.

Thanks peaceflwr. I will be pm'ing you. Also, glad you joined in notter. I have found tons of info, but I just can't find good articles that tie it all together. Most of the stuff I've seen on switches indicate 10/100Mbps is sufficient for low end residential systems. Seems like you should be able to calculate based on number of cameras, frame rate, etc, but I don't have this skill. Also, looks like an Intel i5 computer with onboard graphics should run a system fine. Hope others will jump in with info.

I have been trying to get up the courage to piece together a PC based IP camera system for the past year. I've read lots of posts but still a lot of unanswered questions. Could anyone point me to a thread or a website that literally starts from scratch on building such a system, including setting up the software? I've built my own computers for years so I've got a pretty good background there, but need help on POE router selection, and what to look for in software and cameras. I know this is not rocket science but there are still lots of terms and techniques I need to get a feel for before beginning. thanks

That makes sense, and the i5 processor is only about $100 more so might as well have a little more power. Main thing is being able to use the onboard video and I understand what you are saying about the decoding. By the way where is the "%" of CPU usage read. Is this a measurement value that's found in the Win OS or in the Geovision software. I've played with the GV program and don't recall seeing it. Either of you have a favorite brand of switch? I'll need POE capabilities and I would assume 10/100/1000 rating. Based on what I've read doubt I'll need a "managed" switch.

gb5102: Thanks so much. Looks like the graphics on the cpu is becoming very common for all except intense graphic work or gaming. Looking at the requirements for the latest Geovision software it appears they are recommending an i3 for up to 4 GV cameras and an i5 3.3ghz for any more. Are more advanced i.e. quad core and faster speed processors just necessary in the playback of video monitor software?? In other words, what aspect of camera monitoring requires more cpu power? thanks

I'm building a computer to handle 5-8 1mp cameras. Will be using Geovision cameras and software. Is there any reason that I cannot build the system using a cpu that has the graphics built in the CPU, instead of a separate video card? Looking at the Intel Haswell line of cpu's. Also, should I consider the I3 or I5 series. I have no clue if I need a dual core or quad core.