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Please be aware that Chrome does not actually DENY access. Chrome throws up a WARNING encouraging the user not to proceed, but there is an option on the page (maybe called "more information"?) where the user can say, "Go to the web page ANYWAY and quit nagging me.")

This is correct. No matter how many devices are connected to a port (such as through yet another switch), the maximum connection rate is 100mb. This applies to every port, including one used for "uplink". If the uplink port is limited to 100mb, then it might be (theoretically) possible to run 12 camera feeds through it. The math is a bit fuzzy because it depends on whether the cameras are simultaneously FTPing recordings to an FTP server (as mine do).

The big surprise (to me) was that many 8-port "PoE switches" actually have only 4 PoE ports on them, with the remaining ports being "not PoE".

Please excuse my ignorance. I have forgotten how a customer "registers" an email address to receive notification when firmware or client software is released. It is a little tedious logging into the web site every day or so to check when new releases happen so seldom.

RLC-410WS, RLC-410-5MP, RLC-420-5MP, Windows Client, and the original Argus.

Thanks

I know of only one way to guarantee "no spam" on a user forum: employ moderators to screen every post. That's ghastly expensive. I notice that Netgear's forums only have moderators approve images inside posts. Doing that would kill those crazy ads with the full color pictures.

Could you explain more. Which application on these various platforms? Which device(s) had a default gateway of 0.0.0.0 (which renders the network unavailable)?

I believe you are correct. The battery operated cameras do not have a way to view video separate from the Reolink Client program (Mac or PC) and the Reolink "app", which uses the Amazon Cloud.

Not the camera for you. My guess is that most of the battery powered cameras function this way.

Yes, indeed. This could be part of "daily housekeeping" while waiting for the coffee (tea?) to be ready.
On balance, having this "unmoderated" forum requires less staffing resources and provides faster response.
I find these posts really annoying.

Oh, damn. I skipped over the camera type "Argus". No motion setting grid on Argus. (My Bad, sorry).
The Argus line uses a PIR heat measuring sensor, which actually activates the camera. The RLC "powered" cameras keep the processor running 24/7 doing things like comparing each screen, pixel by pixel.

Sorry to have wasted your time. (I have no clue how to delete an embarrassing post.)

On my Reolink Windows Client v7.2.2.33, when I click on Device Settings, Alarm, and click the Motion "Setup" button, I get the attached screen with a grid where I can select which part(s) of the screen motion is detected in.
MotionScreen.jpg

You are smart to think ahead. Only four of these cameras can be powered directly from the four PoE ports on the switch. The 5th camera will need to use a power supply or a PoE injector. I have 5mp cameras wired to a similar PoE switch (I purchased a "gig" switch for no particular reason). The maximum bit rate on my 5mp cameras is about 8196bps. So, four of these and one 4mp camera should max out at about 40mbs, or half of the maximum uplink rate on your switch.

I think you are "good to go".

WiFi has no provision for "user name". WiFi access points broadcast network "names" (SSIDs) and have an (optional) password. If this WiFi network requires a user name, that sounds like a form of authentication AFTER a device is connected to the access point. (Such as in hotels, coffee shops, airports, etc.) I know of NO WiFi security camera that has a provision for this.

If you come across a camera that IS able to do this, please post a link to it.

I believe the answer is "no". There is other (free) software that can connect to other cameras as well as certain models of Reolink cameras. (Blue Iris is one. I have not tried it myself.)
Only the "RLC" cameras support ONVIF. The battery powered cameras do not.

When I tired of replacing batteries on my Reolink Argus cameras, I discovered a hidden USB port inside the battery compartment (under a sticker). I now power my Argus with USB. Not as mobile as they once were, but no more batteries! The E1 might have a hidden "inspection" port somewhere.

5.5x2.1mm seems to be one of the common sizes. I see that USB->DC converter cables come in all sorts of sizes. What was not obvious to me is that neither measurement has anything to do with how long the plug is.

Is there a particular advantage to running a USB cord to the camera instead of using the power supply that came with it? It seems to that "a cord is a cord" Both plug into "something", such as an electrical outlet. I SERIOUSLY recommend emailing support@reolink.com with the question. I find at least three questions on Amazon asking about the power connector, with three different answers. If I had one, I would get out my calipers and measure it (but I do not).



Question:
Looking for spare power plug for reolink e1 pro? with restricted access to outlet i need to obtain an extra plug or know the plug size. thanks
Answer:
Hello, the size is φ2.8*9mm. Any problems, please feel free to contact us on support@reolink.com.

Another answer:

Question:
The power cord provided w/the reolink e1 pro is 8ft long, but i need a longer one when attaching to the ceiling. does reolink have longer cords?
Answer:
Hi, the power cord for E1 Pro is 5.5mm*2.1mm. Now we do not have the extension cable for that.

Question:
What size barrel jack is the power input? I need a longer cable.
Answer:
hello, the size of the charging port of the camera is φ2.8*0.65mm, you might check the proper extension cable for it.

I just now used VLC Player on a Reolink RLC-410-5MP. Took a snapshot, which came out at 2,560x1,920 pixels.

Maybe you are being too specific with VLC. All I entered into VLC was "rtsp://<ip of camera>" I did not put in the "554", user name, password, etc. It popped up a login box. I entered user name and password. And, "Voila". Streaming at 5MP.

My understanding is that battery powered cameras are not activated until the PIR sensor detects motion, and thus cannot record before "waking up". My RLC "powered" cameras do record 5 seconds prior to motion detection. That is the main reason I decided not to deploy more battery (Argus) cameras and instead deploy the RLC PoE or transformer powered cameras.

Yes, Playback has returned. I noticed that my cameras still recorded to SD Card and the files are available to Download. Appears it is only the "Playback" function on the Windows app that is broken. Will make a Calendar note to check it next Fall.

I had some issues with video "skipping" (no pixelating) and contacted support@reolink.com.
One of my issues with Playback, is I keep forgetting to click on "Clear" ("Fluent" is much lower bandwidth, not as sharp)
I have never seen an option to begin recording on hearing a sound.

Well, that's a real puzzle. I have RLC-410-5MP, RLC-420-5MP, and RLC-410WS and they all record motion 50' away (up to 20m). Day and night both. Autos, people. Mostly set on sensitivity 41. My issue is recording things I do not want, such as hummingbirds, flowers waving in the wind, tree shadows moving. (We almost never get rain in Southern California).

I can say this for sure, if it's not doing what you want, better to return it than to resent it every day.

Thanks. Getting the right "balance" in terms of recording motion and not making nuisance recordings is hard. Rain and tree shadows are two of the worst phenomenon. I am afraid there is not much more you can do.