Thursday, July 24, 2014

Port Forwarding the Prolink H9200 Router for HTTP

Port Forwarding the Prolink H9200 Router for HTTP

Before Forwarding a Port Setup a Static IP Address
To setup port forwarding on the Prolink H9200 router your computer needs to have a static IP address.
Now that you have setup a Static IP Address on your computer, please enter the IP address that you assigned to your computer here: 192.168.1.1

Login to the Prolink H9200 Router
Now we need to know your routers IP address. You can find it a variety of ways.

Login To The Prolink H9200 Router Using Your Web Browser
Open a web browser like Internet Explorer or Firefox. Enter the internal IP address of your router in the address bar of your browser.

Enter your username and password now.

The Default Prolink H9200 Router Username is: admin

The Default Prolink H9200 Router Password is: password


Click the Ok button to log in to your Prolink H9200 router.
How to Port Forward HTTP on the Prolink H9200
If you are having trouble with this guide, then perhaps PFConfig may be your solution. PFConfig is a software tool that will automatically forward ports for your Prolink H9200 router to save you time and hassle.
Now that you are logged in to your Prolink H9200 router you should see the following:
Click the Services button near the top of the page.
Select NAT Rule Entry from the NAT Options drop down box.
Click the Add button near the bottom of the page.
Forward Ports 80 on the Prolink H9200
We will list a series of lines here that will show you exactly how to forward the ports you need to forward. HTTP requires you to forward the 80 ports. Go ahead and enter the settings shown above into the NAT Rule - Add menu and then click Submit.
Click the Close button near the bottom of the page.
Click the IP Filter link near the top of the page.
Select Low from the Security Level drop down box.
Select Accept from the Public Default ActionPrivate Default Action and DMZ Default Actiondrop down box.
Click the Submit button near the bottom of the page.
Click the Admin button near the top of the page.
You should now see a new menu. In this new menu, click Commit & Reboot.
Click the Commit button near the bottom of the page.
Click the Reboot button near the bottom of the page.
And that is it! You are done!

Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Choosing Video Surveillance for SMB Owner

5 Top Points for Choosing Video Surveillance for SMB Owner
Video surveillance innovations have changed the landscape for users in the SMB (Small, Medium-sized Businesses) market in India. Improved security, reduced liability and peace of mind, along with useable video for real-time monitoring, Mobile Surveillance and forensic investigations, are some of the benefits now available to the SMB.

Following are top 5 points every SMB owner should be aware of when upgrading or implementing new video surveillance systems / CCTV surveillance systems.

Quality – One key to a successful system is the quality of the image. New high definition (HD/AHD) and megapixel IP cameras capture images in great detail, enabling the SMB owner to more effectively protect people and assets. Improvements in camera technology such as wide dynamic range (WDR), digital signal processing (DSP), and increased signal to noise ratios have helped create cleaner images with stable operation, allowing their use over a wide range of environmental conditions. State of the art technology enables low-light operation, outstanding 30 FPS quality and high standards with minimal maintenance.

Wide Selection / Functionality – CCTV cameras come in all shapes and sizes, in all price ranges with a multitude of features. It’s important that you know what you want to accomplish with the camera and not be influenced by bells and whistles. Cameras are available for indoor and outdoor applications, in dome or box configurations, and with or without audio capability. Network cameras can be accessed remotely, moved anywhere on an IP network and conveniently powered via Power over Ethernet (PoE). Digital technology has also enhanced the feature set of cameras with new and exciting capabilities. Advanced features include motion detection that can analyze video and respond automatically with actions such as tripping an alarm or initiating recording, freeing personnel from the need for constant monitoring. Image processing digitally removes ambient fog, haze or smoke to create the clearest picture. Other features include on-board recording to SD card, network failure detection, privacy mask and a variety of built-in video analytics features including active tampering detection and audio detect.

System Integration – One of the most compelling reasons for SMBs to consider new video surveillance technologies is the improved system integration capability. Open architecture and industry standards such as ONVIF, PSIA and H.264 have helped eliminate challenges once faced in designing a system. Now, best of breed designs can be put together to minimize financial impact while meeting security requirements with best available technology. Hybrid solutions further help preserve investments in infrastructure by deferring or eliminating the need to rip and replace systems that are still useful and functional. Additionally, the growing availability of integrated solutions like recorders with built-in software control and management capabilities enables the implementation of high performance, multi-camera HD systems with exceptional functionality, cost-efficiency and scalability.

Multi-Purpose Uses– New systems can offer the SMB options beyond video surveillance for improving business operations. For instance, video can be used to monitor daily operations and employee productivity. Not only can weaknesses or non-conformance issues be identified but the video system can be used to instruct the proper procedures. In retail environments, cameras can be integrated with point of sale (POS) systems to help with loss prevention. Video images can also be used to review consumer traffic patterns to assist the SMB owner in realizing optimum store layouts. The quality and reliability of the system makes the possibilities endless.

Technology Partners– SMBs may not have the staff or specific expertise and experience necessary to determine the kinds of products that will solve their particular issues, or to evaluate those products in order to choose the right one for the organization. By partnering with a trusted integrator who has knowledge and understanding of the systems, the SMB owner can better protect the value of the investment and help to ensure on-going satisfaction with the system.


The video surveillance playbook for SMBs has changed by becoming both more complex and more compelling. Taking the time to research and understand will help to make the decision process easier. 

Saturday, July 12, 2014

Mobile vs. Remote Monitoring: Pros and Cons

Mobile vs. Remote Monitoring: Pros and Cons
Remote video surveillance is one of the luxuries of owning an IP security camera system. What matters is most is that you have access to your IP cameras when you’re physically away from the home or office. Mobile and remote video surveillance offer several advantages, but what are the key differences between the two?  VideoSurveillance.com has laid out the pros and cons of remote video surveillance and mobile monitoring so you can decide which solution is best for you.
Mobile Video Surveillance – Pros
Access Wherever You Go - Many people use their smartphone as they would a PC or laptop. What can be more advantageous about this method is that you can check up on your IP camera system from places where it wouldn’t be possible with a PC or laptop such as the grocery store, gym, the mall, and in the car (not while driving, of course!).
Ease of Use - In just a couple of clicks, you can monitor and manage all of your IP cameras. Once installed, most mobile surveillance apps make it incredibly easy to view your live video feed and even search and scroll through previously recorded video. By simply touching your screen, you can easily slide through multiple camera views and configure them in different display modes for utmost convenience.
No PC or Laptop Needed - As mentioned above, you don’t need an actual PC or laptop to access your video in real-time. So, forget about stopping by the office, driving to your library, logging on to your computer at home, or bringing your laptop to your hotel. You can do all your monitoring from a device that fits in the palm of your hand.
Mobile Video Surveillance – Cons
Limited Number of Features - Mobile video surveillance apps typically provide fewer features than PC web interfaces. The features available on some of today’s advanced video management software (VMS) platforms far exceed what you can do on a smartphone. VMS for PCs usually offer more configuration controls and flexibility when it comes to operating your IP camera system. Playback features tend to be much greater in scale, and give you the ability to carefully scrutinize recorded video. When you log into a cloud service or video management platform from a PC, you can do much more with recorded video such as send it in an email if you need to.
Screen Size - Even if you’re using the same IP camera resolution as you would on a PC, it’s still difficult to discern important details, which includes people and objects. This is due to the size of a smartphone, as the screen size is significantly smaller than a PC. A security camera app can be harder to decipher on smartphones because of the screen size.
Data Usage - Few mobile phone carriers offer unlimited data plans. One should monitor their data usage, as streaming can use more bandwidth than static images. Thus, it’s good to keep an eye on your data usage each time you view live video.
Remote Video Surveillance – Pros
More Features, Better Control - On a smartphone device, users typically rely on an app to access their IP camera system, whereas on a PC or Mac you can log into a web interface and/or cloud service, which tend to offer a much more comprehensive selection of features than an iPhone security camera app does. There are several advantages to using remote monitoring, such as being able to export video, continuous and scheduled recording, faster download times, and higher frames per second.
Higher Resolution, Larger Screen - You’re not going to get the same quality of video on a handheld device as you would on a PC, plain and simple. It can be more challenging to depict the video on a smartphone, and thus easier to miss something incredibly important because of the size of your screen. Depending on the app, one can digitally zoom on an image to see a close-up view.
Remote Video Surveillance – Cons
You Can’t Take a Computer Wherever You Go - Despite the many advantages of using a remote monitoring web browser interface over a smartphone, the fact is that you can’t lug around a computer everywhere, especially when you’re out and about, running errands, or relaxing in a park on your day off. This is where a smartphone becomes handy and convenient.

Browser Support - Some cloud services and VMS platforms do not support every browser, including Safari and Internet Explorer, which would make it incompatible with a Mac device. While there are some that do support Safari, it’s not offered by every IP camera and NVR manufacturer. Make sure to confirm compatibility with your desired computer platform and browser before purchasing a new IP camera system with video management software or a NVR.

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

What’s New in SQL Server 2014 since SQL Server 2008 R2

Whats New in SQL Server 2014 since SQL Server 2008 R2
PERFORMANCE & SCALE
o        In-Memory OLTP
o        Enhanced In-Memory ColumnStore for DW
o        Support for 640 logical proc. & 4 TB memory
o        Support to 15,000 partitions
o        Resource Governor IO governance
o        Buffer Pool Extension to SSDs
o        Query optimization enhancements
o        SysPrep at cluster level
o        Predictable performance with tiering of compute, network, and storage with Windows Server 2012 R2

HIGH AVAILABILITY
o        SQL Server AlwaysOn
o        Delayed Durability
o        Recovery Advisor
o        Windows Server Core
o        Live Migration
o        Online Operations enhancements
o        Clustered Shared Volume support, VHDX support (Windows Server 2012 R2)
o        Manage on-premises and cloud apps (System Center 2012 R2)

SECURITY
o        User-Defined Server Roles
o        Default Schema for Groups
o        SQL Server Audit
o        SQL Server Fine-grained Auditing
o        Enhanced separation of duty
o        CC certification at High Assurance Level
o        Backup encryption support

PROGRAMMABILITY
o        SQL Server Data Tools
o        Local DB runtime (Express)
o        Data-tier Application Component project template
o        Data-Tier Application Framework (DAC Fx)
o        Query optimization enhancements
o        Interoperability support (ADO.NET, ODBC, JDBC, PDO, ADO APIs and .NET C/C++, Java, Linux, and PHP platforms)

T-SQL ENHANCEMENTS
o        Enhanced support for ANSI SQL standards
o        Transact-SQL Static Code Analysis tools
o        Transact-SQL code snippets
o        Intellisense
o        Unstructured & Complex Data Support
o        FileTable built on FILESTREAM
o        Remote Blob Storage with SharePoint 2010
o        Statistical Semantic Search
o        Spatial features, including Full Globe & arcs
o        Large user-defined data types

MANAGEABILITY
o        Distributed Replay
o        Contained Database Authentication
o        System Center Management Pack for SQL Server 2012
o        Windows PowerShell 2.0 support
o        Multi-server Management with SQL Server Utility Control Point
o        Data-Tier Application Component

ACCESS ANY DATA
o        Power Query
o        Windows Azure HDInsight Service
o        Analytics Platform System (PDW V2)
o        Mash up data from different sources, such as Oracle & Hadoop

INSIGHTS WITH FAMILIAR TOOLS
o        Power BI in Office 365
o        Power Map for Excel
o        Mobile interfaces for Power BI

COMPLETE BI SOLUTION
o        SQL Server BI Edition
o        HA for StreamInsight, complex event processing
o        BI Semantic Model
o        SQL Server Data Tools support for BI
o        Change Data Capture for Oracle

ANALYSIS SERVICES
o        Import PowerPivot models into Analysis Services
o        Enhancements on productivity, performance

REPORTING SERVICES
o        Power View
o        Configurable reporting alerts
o        Reporting as SharePoint Shared Service
o        Report Builder 3.0

DATA QUALITY SERVICES
o        Build organizational knowledge base
o        Connect to 3rd party data cleansing providers

MASTER DATA SERVICES
o        Master Data Hub
o        Master Data Services Add-in for Microsoft Excel

INTEGRATION SERVICES
o        Graphical tools in SSIS
o        Extensible object model
o        SSIS as a Server
o        Broader data integration with more sources; DB vendors, cloud, Hadoop
o        Pipeline improvements

HYBRID CLOUD SOLUTIONS
o        Simplified backup to Windows Azure
o        Support for backup of previous versions of SQL Server to Windows Azure
o        Cloud back-up encryption support
o        Simplified cloud Disaster Recovery with AlwaysOn replicas in Windows Azure VMs

EASY ON-RAMP TO THE CLOUD
o        New Windows Azure Deployment UI for SQL Server
o        Larger SQL Server VMs and memory sizes now available in Windows Azure
o        DAC enhancements: Import/export with Windows Azure SQL Database

COMPLETE AND CONSISTENT FROM ON-PREM TO CLOUD
o        SQL Server Data Tools
o        License Mobility (with SA)
o        Resource Governor enhancements
o        Snapshot backups to Windows Azure via SQL Server Management Studio