Introduction; System Requirements - D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual

Section 1: Product Overview

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-1201 HD Covert Network Camera. The DCS-1201 is a professional surveillance
and security solution for small, medium, and large enterprises alike. It provides an excellent way to discreetly keep watch over
an area without sacrificing quality or functionality.
The DCS-1201 is a complete system with a built-in CPU and incorporates a web server, allowing it to transmit excellent real-time
HD resolution video for security and outdoor surveillance. It incorporates Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing it to be easily
installed in a variety of locations without the need for supplemental power cabling. It also includes audio in and out jacks,
DI/DO connectors, and a microSD slot, making it an extremely versatile surveillance solution.
The DCS-1201 can be accessed remotely, controlled and configured from any PC/Notebook over your local network or through
the Internet via a web browser. The simple installation and intuitive web-based interface offer easy configuration across the
full range of its advanced feature set, including granular control over multiple video streams with different configurations and
multicast video streams which helps you manage your network load.

System Requirements

• Computer with Microsoft Windows® 8, 7, or Vista® (for CD-ROM Setup Wizard), Mac OS, or Linux
• Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 20, or Safari 6 or higher
• Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network with an available 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) port
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