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I tried that and it didn't load anything. Chrome just said 'This site can't be reached'. When you said 'bi_server" are you actually saying bi_server or the IP address for the server. I tried both but neither worked.

Ty got it. So for everyone using the BI mobile app and running some time of VPN, do you set up two different servers (onfigurations) on the app? 1) for specially when you're out the house running openVPN and 2) then a different server config for when you're at home on your own wifi?

Ok guys thanks for your input. I just bought the BI app for the IPAD. (the one that's $10). Can you guys point me in the direction of how to set up BI on the desktop so I can use the app from the Ipad. I will in the meantime try my GoogleFu but any help to speed things along is appreciated :)...

Hola, Been working on getting my VPN up and running. I've used Randy's guide (OpenVPN on a Asus router) and the Dual Nic guide (Dual Nic Guide). So my problem is: I can connect to my BI computer using OpenVPN just fine but I can't access any of the cameras. One of the camera's IP is...

Hey guys, Just wanted to say a big thank you for all the info. Been dealing with first world problems but I"m finally able to devote my full attention to finding a VPN and software\program that can allow me to hopefully check my cameras anytime on my phone\ipad at home or away on the road when I...

Just found out about this camera. Still for sale? Was looking at the bullet 2.8mm version. Is the 2.8 still unavailable. I reached out to Andy of course but was checking here too. This thread died lol...

I’ve been putting this stuff for a year now. I finally got some more cameras (TY WittAJ and others for suggestions) and now I’m trying to: Find a app that I can use either on my android phone and IPad (if possible) when I am home and when I amon the road traveling. I haven’t found a program...

I ended up running task scheduler and setting up a .BAT file (made with notepad) to run at startup. I guess the only problem is it not running as a service and it crashes. Hmm…

Been following this thread trying to figure it out. I am running Win 10 Home. So I wanted to get a straight answer here. To get BI to run as a service, you HAVE to set a password for your windows login so you can click on that option under startup that says "Run as a window service". I guess...

Thanks again for all the pics. I ordered the Z4E and Z12E from Andy. He's a stand-up guy.

Thank you sir. I see you post a lot helping people out. Us newbs appreciate it. Cheers

Yeah the Z12E is a no brainer. I guess sometimes in the tech world, I get carried away with trying to get the latest 'tech' and forget that sometimes there are products out there that are superior even if their dated. On a side note I was trying to decide between the HFW5442E-ZE and...

Thanks for taking the time to post. This will help a lot. Cheers!

Hey Guys and....gals? I was knee-deep into the security camera world thanks to this awesome site. However life happened and now I'm trying to get my feet wet again. I'm hoping to maybe get pointed in the right direction if anyone has a sec. The only thing have is the ColorVU camera which for...

Has anyone mounted this camera under a soffit so it looks like the one in the picture. I rather not have to cut a hole through the brick wall. I'm assuming the 2087 has an elbow joint that turns 90 degrees like this HK cam in the picture. Thanks.

These cameras are pretty hard to come by in the states.B&H was all I could find. Seemed pricey...does anyone anticipate the turret versions being better and worth waiting for? Is Andy still selling these. Doesn’t seem to have any :idk:

Brad, can you share your source bro?

So just to be totally clear, if we buy from Andy then his cameras should basically be fully functioning genuine versions of the camera?

What exactly is the difference?

I'm with you bro. Turrets are an eyesore these days. They looks huge especially compared to mini-bullets. I guess the only thing I wonder is if the turret version has more advanced hardware than the mini-bullet version we are talking about here.

Yikes. Hopefully this camera will be under $200 soon.

Has anyone installed either of these two cameras under a soffit. Basically, does it HAVE to be installed on a wall or does the mount allow you to turn it 90-degrees so you can install it under a soffit or ceiling type surface. My guess is 'yeah' but I was hoping so get an actual answer.

Well I guess because Andy seems to take care of us here and I rather give him my business then B&H or some other over priced vendor.

Just waiting for Andy to start selling both of these

Thanks guys. That gives me 2 choices. Much easier to choose. Merry Christmas!

Hey all, Can you guys recommend me a good POE switch. I saw the list recently but it seemed like information overload since there were too many to choose from. I figured there was a popular choice for a POE switch that everyone uses kind of like how WD Purple hard drives are used. I plan on...

Thanks for clearing that up guys. As long as it can be attached to the 2x4 where the soffit resides, I'll be good to go. Thanks!

On more question bro; Do you absolutely need to instlal this camera with a junction box? I have sofits that I will install the camera under and I don't really care for the added thickness of the box. I'm assuming though that you do need it though especially to seal out the moisture.

Question? If I buy one from one of those from one of the links up above (Alixpress,Amazon, etc), can I use the firmware from the EU portal? Does it matter if I live in the U.S.? Should I be buying from someplace else?

That's a bummer bro. Where do you get US Hik cameras? Didn't the United States commerce department ban them?