A (IP Camera) is a digital video camera that transmits data over a computer network (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, etc.) rather than sending a raw analog signal to a DVR. It has its own onboard processor, web server, and networking stack.

Plug one end of a Cat5/6 Ethernet cable into the camera and the other into your router or a network switch.

Once your internal is stable, you likely want remote access. This creates an external link.

Each network camera has a unique IP address. You need this address to access its settings.

: Type the IP address into your browser’s address bar. If the camera uses a non-standard port, use the format