To confirm your security camera is recording, trigger a test event and play back the saved clip from its intended storage. Lights, infrared LEDs, camera movement and a working live view can show activity, but none alone proves that footage has been saved. Things to Know: Recognizing Indicators That a Security Camera is Recording If … Read more

When you want to hide security camera wires, you can start by color-matching the cables to the background. You can also use cord covers and raceways to conceal the cables and paint over them.  Also, you can hide them behind furniture or under baseboards and false ceilings. There are dozens of options, but you must … Read more

Set up and test a wireless security camera before fixing its mount. Confirm its power supply, supported Wi-Fi or hub connection, recording destination and view at the proposed location. Then install the correct bracket and weather protection, and test saved footage again after mounting. For a screw-mounted camera, have the manufacturer’s bracket and template, suitable … Read more

You can mount a compatible security camera without drilling by using a purpose-made clamp, siding or door mount, an approved adhesive mount, or a stable freestanding base. Match the mount to the camera, surface, load and indoor or outdoor conditions before installing it. A drill-free mount still needs a secure fixing. Adhesive, a door clamp … Read more

To determine if a security camera is active, look for red or green lights and position changes. However, some advanced cameras might be more discreet and you might need to check if these are active via the camera software.  Things to Know How to Spot an Active Security Camera Let’s dive into some telltale signs … Read more

To get your security camera back online, check its power, then find out whether the fault affects one camera, your whole network, or only remote viewing. Restart the affected device using its manufacturer’s instructions before considering a factory reset. Test the camera on your home network and, separately, over mobile data. If a recorder still … Read more

Cloud storage isn’t necessarily free. However, you can get a limited trial to unlock cloud storage for a particular brand.  That said, certain brands will support FTP for remote storage. However, these aren’t free and not generally not as safe as the brand’s cloud storage option.  In a nutshell, Arlo and Wyze offer a decent … Read more

Unplugging a security camera stops new recording if you disconnect its only power supply. A charged battery or supported backup supply may keep it running. Disconnecting data alone can stop remote recording while a powered camera continues saving to its memory card. Use the camera or recorder’s documented shutdown procedure before planned maintenance. Abrupt power … Read more

A beeping security system may be reporting a recording, connection or power fault, or sounding a configured motion alarm. First locate the sound: it may come from the DVR/NVR or UPS rather than the camera. Read that device’s warning or event log before muting it. Save the warning text and time, then check whether the … Read more

To record a security camera to a computer, connect a compatible IP camera to the same local network and configure recording software to save its stream. An Ethernet connection provides access; it does not start recording automatically. Keep the computer and recording application running. You can connect a single camera to your computer directly or … Read more