Which NAS for Foscam IP Camera

[teinsports]

Need a little help here.

Currently, I have 4 Foscam 9821 Ip Cameras for baby and maid monitoring purpose (already setup for remote viewing on handphone) and I am looking for a NAS for recording of videos. From what I have gathered from the web, it appears (to me) that not all NAS are compatible with IP Camera recording. I know some popular brands like Synology has their proprietary Surveillance Station. Does anyone has had any experience and/or recommendations for this? Would any NAS work here (i.e. WD My book live, etc)? Appreciate any advise here.

 

[consigliere]

you need to buy license for the other 3 camera. Its better to check the compatibility list of your camera against the synology ones.

 

[teinsports]

you need to buy license for the other 3 camera. Its better to check the compatibility list of your camera against the synology ones.

It is listed as one of the compatible models but the license fees doesn't justify it. I was wondering if its possible to hook up a external HDD or any NAS for recording functions. My IP camera supports FTP. What do I need to ensure that the storage device can 'pull' and store these videos????

 

[shadowandy]

ASUSTOR recently announced that they have support for Foscam cameras. Another good thing is that it comes with 4 camera licenses out of the box.

So you might want to check asustor out.

 

[teinsports]

ASUSTOR recently announced that they have support for Foscam cameras. Another good thing is that it comes with 4 camera licenses out of the box.

So you might want to check asustor out.

Yup, just checked that. Anyway, Im using a Asus RT56U router and I managed to setup my WD ext HDD as a FTP server. I am able to access my HDD from my hp on mobile data. But somehow, I can't seem to link up my ip cam to record on the hdd.

 

[shadowandy]

Yup, just checked that. Anyway, Im using a Asus RT56U router and I managed to setup my WD ext HDD as a FTP server. I am able to access my HDD from my hp on mobile data. But somehow, I can't seem to link up my ip cam to record on the hdd.

I am not sure about newer IP cameras. In the past, I could specify an ftp user account for the IP camera to use and folder to write into. Review your ftp server logs and see if there are any hints of failed authentication or permission error. You should be able to see some basic logs on the IP camera admin too.

 

[teinsports]

I am not sure about newer IP cameras. In the past, I could specify an ftp user account for the IP camera to use and folder to write into. Review your ftp server logs and see if there are any hints of failed authentication or permission error. You should be able to see some basic logs on the IP camera admin too.

I tried testing the FTP connection using the ip cam software and it indicated failed. Do I need to assign a dedicated port for the ext HDD & port forward? Funny thing is without assigning any port but just enabling the FTP share using the router software, im able to access the HDD remotely via hp. From what i observe now, there are 3 options:

1) Solve the FTP portion. The default port number is 20:21 which I can't input this into the ip cam software under the 'port' field. It requires numbers i.e. '1234'. FTP mode is set to 'PASV'.

2) Setup the ext HDD which is hooked up via my router to be 'visible' in my LAN. If successful, I should be able to record and write to the HDD without my laptops running. As of now, unable to see.

3) Pay a premium and get the Asustor NAS.

Im more inclined to options 1 & 2 for now as I think its some networking jargons which are beyond me for now.

 

[zincate]

if using FTP, I believe it is more for saving screenshots, instead of a video.

 

[zennith]

Foscam FTP which only take in "motion" recording, recorded path is in jpeg format.
Video wise, you need a station to monitor and record for you. NAS is a proper option for you.
For now: Since you need to record 4 CAM in video format. go for Asustor, you'll save up the camera license cost.
if not, Synology is your option. just that you need license to add another 3 CAM in. Think of future, you use NAS for just NVR solution or others, Synology with DSM5 beta, Qnap with QTS4.1 beta

 

[teinsports]

Thanks all for the advise. Last resort and cheapest option would be to use one of my old laptop with a new ext HDD and setup for local recording. Correct me if im wrong, if its purely for storage of recorded videos, essentially any NAS would do. The only advantage for proprietary surveillance app from Synology & Asustor actually allow additional control over the ip cameras (i.e. real-time streaming of recorded videos, PTZ functions, etc). Tio bo?

 

[zennith]

Thanks all for the advise. Last resort and cheapest option would be to use one of my old laptop with a new ext HDD and setup for local recording. Correct me if im wrong, if its purely for storage of recorded videos, essentially any NAS would do. The only advantage for proprietary surveillance app from Synology & Asustor actually allow additional control over the ip cameras (i.e. real-time streaming of recorded videos, PTZ functions, etc). Tio bo?

tio~~~
but you need to on your computer [always 24hours]
somehow, with NAS, just operate with NAS

 

[teinsports]

tio~~~
but you need to on your computer [always 24hours]
somehow, with NAS, just operate with NAS

Understood.

 

[teinsports]

Last question regarding NAS. Before powering down the NAS, do we need to activate a shutdown procedure like WIN OS or just turn off the main switch would do and it would auto-connect to the router & ip cam upon powering up? Reason I asked, as I am not expecting to do a 24/7 recording and it would be a hassle each time (and no diff from operating from a laptop) if it requires the standard shutdown and manual connect procedure.

 

[localITguy]

Last question regarding NAS. Before powering down the NAS, do we need to activate a shutdown procedure like WIN OS or just turn off the main switch would do and it would auto-connect to the router & ip cam upon powering up? Reason I asked, as I am not expecting to do a 24/7 recording and it would be a hassle each time (and no diff from operating from a laptop) if it requires the standard shutdown and manual connect procedure.

its good to do a proper shut down ofcuz

u dunwan ur recordings to be corrupt right? if you have setup correctly it will auto connect everytime its turned on

 

[zennith]

Last question regarding NAS. Before powering down the NAS, do we need to activate a shutdown procedure like WIN OS or just turn off the main switch would do and it would auto-connect to the router & ip cam upon powering up? Reason I asked, as I am not expecting to do a 24/7 recording and it would be a hassle each time (and no diff from operating from a laptop) if it requires the standard shutdown and manual connect procedure.

No worry, NAS like Synology Qnap or Asustor all capable of scedule power on/off by itself. for assure all services will activated by itself as well.. hope this helps.