More than 8 cameras on 8 channel NVR

[a2z_61139256999]

I thought I read in one of the user manuals on the site that you can have more than 8 cameras and be able to remote view all of those cameras but only record a maximum of 8. is that true?

Example: I can have 12 cameras added to the NVR, but I can only record 8. I can view remotely all 12 though.

[MykMac_9388206301]

Be nice to know if this is true or not.

[a2z_61139256999]

It is true. I have 9 Reolink cameras. I can view all nine on my app on my phone, but the 8 Channel NVR only records 8 of them.

[MykMac_9388206301]

Thank You, I'll buy a few more.

(other people reading, you will need a separate poe hub)

[Carl_31331526639]

That because there only 8 channels can be assigned. If you want to connect more than 8 cameras to the NVR, you need to purchase 16-channel NVR on our website. Sorry for any inconvenience caused to you. Thank you for your understanding.

[cfortan_206121445245120]

Is there a software upgrade key available? other than the actual POE ports required, its all just software, correct?

[Cynthia_124785627824270]

Hi, sorry that since the NVR only has 8 ports, it can support at most 8 cameras. This couldn't be achieved by software upgrading.
Thanks for your kind patience and understanding.

[slicker55_240548325343397]

@a2z

I must admit, I am a little confused after reading this thread...

I already have 8 x PoE cameras connected to my 8Ch NVR

How would I connect an additional PoE camera without disconnecting one of my existing cameras?

I would be happy for the additional camera to be 'view only'

Wireless wouldn't be any good for the intended location - too unreliable

[Splen]

with a POE+ switch...I am able to see all my 4K/5MP cams, I can also see all 13 of my wireless cams on my computer using the Windows reolink client. Will be disconnecting the wireless one's soon, the 4K/5MP are awesome!

[cfortan_206121445245120]

I understand that there are only 8 ports. If I wanted more than 8, I'd just use a poe+ switch. Seems like a missed business opportunity for you all. I'd be willing to pay more than the 80$ you charge between the 8 and 16 port product. Charge 100$ or so to allow all 16 channels to be recorded.