Security Labs NVR - Out of business? Help!

[purewestcowgirl]

Hello!

I purchased a NVR setup from Security Labs. I am having problems with getting the system to recognize added cameras, and their website and customer support is no longer available! Figures!

So, is it possible to load a new software system onto my nvr hard drive that is more user friendly? I use the POE setup for my cameras and while the basics work, I can't do any upgrades to the cameras or firmware.

I really don't want to use my computer to access the nvr, that's why I got the system in the first place, to have a stand alone setup. What options (if any short of getting a new NVR recorder) do I have?

Thanks in advance for any advice!

 

[nayr]

What options (if any short of getting a new NVR recorder) do I have?

Living with it the way it is.. you cant load different firmware on it tha'll do anything more than brick it and force you to buy a new one.

 

[purewestcowgirl]

Thank you for replying. That sucks! So *sigh, how do I get this to accept other cameras? Or is that not gonna happen, either? And, worse case scenario, if I DO replace my NVR, is there a brand that's more user friendly and multi compatible, without being anciently outdated before even installing it?

 

[nayr]

if you want to mix and match camera vendors your better off going with a PC-NVR such as BlueIris or MileStone..

Hardware NVR's only work well if you stick w/all one vendor.. start to bring in 3rd party cameras and they all become a pain to setup unless you know what your doing and why.

 

[purewestcowgirl]

Sadly I didn't have a choice in adding cameras, can't hardly find them available from this manufacturer. Its a gamble when I do. Thanks again :-( Guess it's back to the drawing board, at least a little more wiser anyway