Building a reliable surveillance server infrastructure isn't as straightforward as plugging in a few cameras and hitting record. Between managing continuous video streams, balancing storage capacity, and ensuring 24/7 uptime (all while keeping costs under control), there's plenty to consider. Whether you're setting up a small retail security system and NVR or expanding your enterprise surveillance network, choosing the right hardware configuration is crucial. After shipping thousands of servers supporting everything from basic DVR setups to complex multi-site surveillance systems, TechMikeNY knows what works - and what doesn't.
Let's cut through the marketing hype: robust surveillance systems don't require the premium price tag that security vendors suggest. Moving your surveillance system to dedicated hardware isn't just about saving money - though you'll do plenty of that. It's about having complete control over your security infrastructure and building a system that actually scales with your needs. With our enterprise-grade refurbished servers, you can get professional-level surveillance capabilities without the enterprise-level investment.
Continuous Recording Benchmark
Testing: 24/7 video stream processing and storage
Superpower: Maintains consistent performance during simultaneous recording and playback
Example: Recording from >32x 1080p cameras while security staff reviews archived footage
Status: 2/10/2025
Video Retention Benchmark
Testing: Long-term storage management and video archival
Superpower: Dozens of terabytes under hardware RAID configuration.
Example: Managing 90 days of footage across multiple camera streams with efficient storage utilization
Status: 2/10/2025
Motion Detection & Analytics Benchmark
Testing: Real-time video processing and event detection
Superpower: Zero frame drops while running advanced motion detection and analytics
Example: Processing motion events across 24 cameras while maintaining full recording quality
Status: 2/10/2025
Remote Access Benchmark
Testing: Multi-user remote viewing and footage export
Superpower: Handles multiple simultaneous remote viewing sessions without impacting recording
Example: Five security staff accessing live feeds and archived footage while system maintains full recording capabilities
Status: 2/10/2025
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