Can you add more cameras to a 4 channel NVR?

Most DVR / NVR systems have 4, 8, 16 or 32 channels, the number of channel ports on the back of the recorder is generally the number of cameras that can be supported by the DVR / NVR. Some NVRs can support additional cameras using a Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch.

How many cameras can be connected to a NVR?

NVR can connect maximum 9 Network Cameras.

What is NVR kit?

NVR stands for Network Video Recorder. NVR systems record and store video footage directly from the network it lives on. These systems work with an advanced type of camera, called IP cameras.

How do I switch from NVR to PoE?

The steps to connect your system using a PoE switch are as follows:

1. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN port on the PoE switch to your router.
2. Connect IP cameras to ports 1~8 on the PoE switch using the Ethernet extension cables.
3. You must add the cameras to your NVR to view the cameras and enable recording.

How do I add more cameras to NVR?

1. Please make sure NVR is turned on and then log into your NVR with your NVR’s login credentials.
2. Access the NVR’s main menu and go to, Setting->Camera.
3. Click the Device Search button, and you can view the searched IP addresses at the top pane of the interface.
4. Click the Manual Add button to add a device directly.

Will NVR work without Internet?

To answer these questions, NVR can function even without WiFi or Internet access. Just make sure that it is always connected with the cameras. If so, you will not have any problem with the NVR, even without Internet or WiFi connection.

Do I need a PoE switch for NVR?

A PoE NVR is a security video recorder with built-in PoE switch designed to use with PoE-based IP cameras. There is no need for an additional PoE switch, which will reduce the cost of equipment in theory.