Can I back up my NVR or DVR to the cloud?
Yes. Silarius Cloud records the cameras on the NVR or DVR you already have, of almost any brand, through a Silarius Gateway on the same network; each camera on the recorder is added on its own, and the recorder needs ONVIF or RTSP turned on. Plans start at $6.99 per camera per month, and the video stays safe off site even if the recorder is stolen or its hard drive fails.
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The short answer
- Works with NVRs and DVRs of almost any brand, including cameras on the PoE ports on the back of an NVR.
- Analog and coax cameras on a DVR or XVR connect through the recorder.
- One Silarius Gateway connects up to 50 cameras; Gateway V2 connects up to 200.
- No port forwarding or VPN: the Gateway connects out to the cloud.
- Keep the recorder for a local copy, or retire it: the cloud copy does not depend on it.
- Month to month, cancel with 1 month notice; pay yearly and save 10%.
How to connect an NVR or DVR
- Turn on ONVIF or RTSP in the recorder settings. Most NVRs and DVRs from the last ten years have it.
- Plug the Silarius Gateway into the same network as the recorder.
- Add the cameras: each channel on the recorder becomes its own camera in Silarius Cloud.
- Pick recording quality and days of video for each camera, then watch live and recorded video in any browser or the iOS and Android apps.
Cloud or a bigger hard drive?
A bigger drive is a one-time cost, but the video still sits in the building: if the recorder is stolen, burned or its drive fails, the video goes with it. Cloud storage is a monthly cost per camera, with no drive to size and video kept off site.
Many businesses do both: the NVR keeps a local copy, and Silarius Cloud keeps the off-site copy for the cameras that matter most, such as doors, registers and parking lots.
How much upload speed do I need?
Each plan has a fixed bit rate: Mobile (720p) uses up to 400 kbit/s per camera, Pro (1080p) up to 750 kbit/s and 4MP up to 1,600 kbit/s. For example, 8 cameras on the Pro plan need about 6 Mbit/s of upload, plus some headroom.
Frequently asked questions
Can I connect a DVR with analog cameras to the cloud?
Yes, if the DVR or XVR supports ONVIF or RTSP. It connects through the Silarius Gateway and each analog camera on it is added on its own. Smart AI can be limited for cameras behind a recorder.
Do I have to replace my NVR?
No. Keep it for a local copy; Silarius Cloud adds the off-site copy. You can also retire it later and record straight to the cloud.
Which NVR brands work?
Most business NVRs and DVRs support ONVIF or RTSP. Check your model in the free compatibility checker on silariussecurity.com/compatibility, or ask our team to check your setup before you buy.
How much does it cost?
Cloud storage starts from $6.99 per camera per month. The Silarius Gateway is a one-time purchase that connects up to 50 cameras. Every price is published at silariussecurity.com/pricing.
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