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3 VHDIPL Networking solutions
The VHDIPL has 5 Ethernet ports, one is RJ45 without POE, others are POE supported
ports. The 4 POE ports are for connecting to the cameras. Cameras should not exceed a
distance of 100 metres from the POE Ports.
POE port
The POE ports on the VHDIPL can connect to the cameras directly. The VHDIPL will
add the cameras automatically if connected to the POE ports and the default recording
is 24 hours * 7 days a week. Note the POE only supports IEEE 802.3af standard .
10M/100M RJ45 Internet port
When connecting to the Internet or local network, the VHDIPL needs a CAT5 cable
running to a switch or router at a distance of less than 100 metres.
The camera dedicated network topology is shown in Figure 3-1
Figure 3-1 camera dedicated network