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Weirdness since 2630L, but may not be camera related?
caraM:
I finally got my DCS-2630L up and running on my home wifi network.
Some background: I have comcast (yuck) as my inet provider. I have my own Motorola surfboard cable modem, a Linksys WRT54G hardwired to that and running DHCP with port forward for external access to camera (et al), a Dlink DIR-615 hardwired to that in another room acting as an access point (same SSID, no DHCP). Both routers have Wifi on. 1400 square foot house. 3 camera (Swann ADS-440, Dlink DCS-5009, and now the DCS-2630L), and a NAS that can act as an FTP server. I connect either via MyDlink software, or generic IPCam software (if I want to view all 3 cameras).
I'm a networking novice, but have pieced this together over the years from internet searches, so it's likely not the ideal setup!
Since adding the 2630L to my network, I'm noticing:
1) viewing the camera video live is VERY jerky. Either stops/starts, or seems slow than "catches up."
2) Oftentimes cannot connect to all 3 cameras. One or another will be unavailable.
3) The DIR-615 has the last available firmware update (I believe) on it, and so dates/times are NOT current (only goes up to 2010, I think?). I could install the DD-WRT, but don't feel experience enough to attempt that.
3) Last night, figured out that the 2630L, which is in the same room as the DIR-615, doesn't really LIKE the DIR-615. I had to a) reboot the Linksys, b) turn OFF the DIR-615, c) reboot the 2630L, then finally d) boot the DIR-615 -- all this before I could connect to the 2630L.
4) all cameras have fixed IP addresses and ports forwarded and accessible from outside.
I'm concerned that my setup is causing slowdowns on my wifi and that's why the camera video is so jerky -- is that possible?
I'm also concerned that my setup is just too funky, and that's why the cameras go in and out. Last night, everything was working. Today, from my iPad on work wifi , I can connect to 2 of the cameras, but not the 3rd. Would that be a PORT issue??
Just trying to work out the kinks -- any input is appreciated.
Cara
FurryNutz:
Well one bottle neck could be the use of older legacy routers and routers as APs. The WRT is only 54Mb wireless supporting while the DIR-615 I believe maxed out at 150 or 300Mb which by today's standards is slow and not enough bandwidth especially with having more than one camera on the system. Your also limited by your wired network connections as well. 100Mb is on on Ethernet on both the WRT and DIR, however 1000Mb is recommended for best traffic handling and performances. Especially with video streams.
What is the Model # of the SB modem?
I would highly recommend getting a Gb Ethernet supporting router and if you need additional wifi range, you can install a DAP model AP where the DIR-615 is which would help bring you more range, coverage and speeds.
caraM:
--- Quote from: FurryNutz on April 17, 2018, 10:40:37 AM ---Well one bottle neck could be the use of older legacy routers and routers as APs. The WRT is only 54Mb wireless supporting while the DIR-615 I believe maxed out at 150 or 300Mb which by today's standards is slow and not enough bandwidth especially with having more than one camera on the system.
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The 615 is actually the one I thought I'd upgrade first but, since it already meets my max speeds (I have a plan that gives download speeds up to 100Mbps), maybe I'll reconsider and try a firmware-to-DD-WRT upgrade, though I'm terrified of bricking it.
--- Quote from: FurryNutz on April 17, 2018, 10:40:37 AM ---Your also limited by your wired network connections as well. 100Mb is on on Ethernet on both the WRT and DIR, however 1000Mb is recommended for best traffic handling and performances. Especially with video streams.
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But not with a 100Mbps plan, right?
--- Quote from: FurryNutz on April 17, 2018, 10:40:37 AM ---What is the Model # of the SB modem?
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6121. Max download speed 101Mbps on that, according to Comcast. Docsis 3.0, but I don't really see any reason to upgrade this if I don't want to pay more for my internet service (and I already pay too much).
--- Quote from: FurryNutz on April 17, 2018, 10:40:37 AM ---I would highly recommend getting a Gb Ethernet supporting router and if you need additional wifi range, you can install a DAP model AP where the DIR-615 is which would help bring you more range, coverage and speeds.
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Not after the info I've provided on my plan though, right? No point in getting a Gb router if my plan doesn't come close to that, correct?
I appreciate the help!
FurryNutz:
All this speed and bandwidth is in regards to your LAN speed, not the ISP speed.
Your LAN side bandwidth is being maxed out or is not big enough to handle all the data flow from all of your devices and cameras. You need a bigger freeway, i.e. 1000Mb or 1Gb LAN speed. I.e. a router that has 1000Mb LAN ports and Highspeed Wifi for cameras and such. I have 3 cameras, two NEST controllers an several phones, DISH Hopper and 3 Joey system and other wifi devices. The DIR-615, I think I have one some place, would not be able to handle the amount of LAN side traffic that my Gb routers can. You need 1000Mb speed and better CPU performance. Something the 615 and the WRT can't offer.
You have any wired cable devices?
It also wouldn't hurt to have some ISP head room as well if your maxing out on your ISP speed with the router.
caraM:
Starting to lose me, I'm afraid.
Not sure if I have anything wired. Pretty sure the only wiring I'm using is the cabling from the Linksys to the DIR-615.
Would you mind telling me what YOU have, in terms of routers/range extenders/access points? Specific models? That'll get me looking at those features.
I have 2 Windows 10 notebooks, 3 cameras, 2 iphones, occasional iPad, ecobee thermostat and 2 smart TVs. I think that's it.
thanks
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