jxk716 0 Posted July 25, 2012 Well, you usually don't NEED a PoE switch but it makes life easier. You can use an external power sourse like a 12 VDC power adapter. You would then run a line to you router for remote access. Be careful on the lighting. I was never crazy about IR (IMHO - motion lights MAY be better), just stay on the dimer side so facial detection is improved and not washed out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites