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I am not an expert but For ques 1 i think its fine to use the current unused ssd for storing security data. I am going to do same with my current hdd until it fails and then i will replace it with surveillance quality hdd. for ques 2, if you have a computer available, then its fine to use it. I...

Thanks for the heads up.

Does wd purple comes in 2.5” format?

How about this one although its managed. https://www.amazon.com/HP-1820-24G-PoE-185W-Switch-J9983A/dp/B00UBMR2C6#customerReviews

Any recommendations/suggestions for a good and reliable brand and model POE switch? probably 8 port or more. I am assuming that non POE devices like NAS devices etc. with their own power supply can also be attached to the POE switch. Thanks

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Is it worthwhile to purchase subscription after 1 year. I won’t be installing a lot of cams or doing too much tinkering with the software once the BI is setup.

Yes thanks i am looking now for similar sff cpu.

I have a basic question. Do i need a subscription to use blue iris? Ot the subscription is just for upgrades and support? Thanks

Yes this is what i saw online. I dont want to use that stuff. installing cat6 will be better and hopefully not too difficult.

Tha Thank you. I am in the process of buying all the components. First thing i got is the blue iris disc. Looking for computer now based on the suggestions previously made in this thread and then the camera. I still need to install cat6 ethernet cable and currently looking for ways how to it in...

Is there a youtube video that shows all the steps for connections of camera to POE switch to computer?

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Hi I want to setup security cameras around my house. maybe around 4. I was wondering if I can use a laptop which has both built-in HDD (to save videos) and SSD (for software installation) storage instead of using a tower as I want to save space for keyboard and mouse and monitor? Thanks