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I have an optiplex 7060 micro, and I’m wanting to setup a new bi pc and also run home assistant. Is the micro format usable, or would I be better off getting a larger pc? I’m not even certain I can add another network to the micro, or if it has the hardware to be effective for home assistant.

I am looking at putting my house on the market in the next month and I'd like to swap out my cams for cheap cams to fill the holes since the system won't function anyways. Any idea what I should look for in cheap poe cams? I want them to actually somewhat work and not be a total scam. Most of...

I'm kinda stuck on setting up remote access via port forwarding. I can connect on my LAN through both browser and the BI app. WAN is a different story. The wizard can't connect, nor can I by any means. canyouseeme.org says the port is open. I have no idea where the problem might be so I...

I was driving through my neighborhood late last night, and I noticed 5 garage doors left open, and it made me wonder how many of you have cams setup that are mostly for peace of mind or a hobby. I've lived places where if something isn't locked up or bolted down it's gone, but for the last...

I have a pull from the basement up an insulated wall, then 6' horizontal between insulated floor joists. I have plans for 6 runs, and I'm planning to run 4 futures. It is all shielded cat6. Is there any downside to using a shielded patch panel in the basement and attic so I don't have to...

I'm starting to consider camera placement and thought I might ask for ideas. The lot is 100'x100' and the red line indicates the rear property line and also a 4' chain link fence. It is less than 30' from the garage to the sidewalk. I am planning on using mostly 5442's unless there is a...

I am new here and beginning to order stuff for my first install. Will a high frequency transmitting antenna cause problems if it is mounted in my attic? Should I consider shielded cat cable, or just routing around the antenna as much as possible. I didn't find much in a search, but I did...

I have found myself struggling a bit because I'm not the tech type and I'm always anticipating my next mistake. I have an old i5-7400 12GB with a 128GB ssd. I'm thinking that should get me started with BI. Now I just need a 16 port PoE switch and a few cameras to play with. I'm thinking...