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Switching Technology for Video Surveillance
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Switching Technology
for Video Surveillance
Video Camera Connectivity
The great thing about an video-based surveillance setup is the ability for the cameras to be integrated directly into
your existing Ethernet-based data network. It also gives you tremendous flexibility to choose how your cameras are
connected and powered.
There are various methods for a camera to be connected to the network:
• Wirelessly (802.11ac/n/g/b)
• Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), which provides both power and network connectivity to the camera (802.3af PoE/802.3at PoE+)
• Wired via Ethernet cable with local power outlet (Gigabit/Fast Ethernet)
Depending on the environment in which the camera is deployed, any of the below solutions may be a suitable option:
• Wirelessly - where it is not possible to pull a network cable from one location to another
• PoE – often the preferred option for professional installations as it is flexible and often
most cost effective
• Wired – probably the least flexible solution as it requires both network and power cables
D-Link manufactures a range of network cameras that can either provide
wireless or PoE connectivity
How to make the most of your Video Surveillance with D-Link
Switching and Wireless technology?
What makes D-Link stand out from its competition is its ability to provide a complete solution that simply works
without the need for complicated set up. With D-Link’s expertise in Ethernet switching, wireless connectivity and
network storage, we can make sure that all the components in your Video Surveillance setup work seamlessly with each
other. This not only ensures that you get the most out of your investment but also provide reliability and security from
your surveillance setup.