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    Dahua NVR5216-4KS2 / NVR5216-16P-4KS2

    Hello Forum - I am ordering the HDD to set-up my NVR5216-4KS2 and was considering the Seagate Enterprise version ST6000NM0024, but this is apparently now replaced with ST6000DM004 in mid 2016 which seems to be similar, but with a 256 cache vs 128 and uses less power. I cannot find it referenced...
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    Dahua Starlight Varifocal Turret (IPC-HDW5231R-Z)

    Hi Nayr, I have ordered IPC-HDW5231R-Z cameras, just waiting for Andy to have stock available and was going to run my cabling to be ready. Its not too clear from the reviews and Quick start guide, but it looks like the IPC-HDW5231R-Z has a cable attached with a female RJ45 connector inside a...
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    Dahua NVR5216-4KS2 & iDMSS

    Thanks nayr - you led me to read a BI vs NVR thread which was very helpful. When you say a BlueIris NVR, am I correct in understanding that would be a PC running BI and there is no NVR out there yet which runs BI?
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    Dahua NVR5216-4KS2 & iDMSS

    Hello - I am planning a home install of 6 cameras, likely IPC-HDW4231R-Z which will be supported by an NVR, likely DHI-NVR5216-4KS2. I want good monitoring from within the house network (ethernet cabled macs and wifi connected tablets). But I also want to have remote access to monitoring and IVS...
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    Hi Andy, I'm interested in some HDW5231R-Z units - how do I order these is you are able to...

    Hi Andy, I'm interested in some HDW5231R-Z units - how do I order these is you are able to source them? Thanks, James
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    Hello from Bermuda

    Happy New Year to All, I am new to the forum, and am planning a home surveillance installation and prefer to DIY projects like these. This forum is the most useful tool I have found anywhere for help and advice. I'm leaning toward Dahua equipment, it seems to have a good blend and quality and...
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