I have cameras streaming to a BI5 machine via PoE switch, utilizing the dual NiC setup. I have another location where I want to install cameras and feed them into this same machine. I want to clarify this setup based on my research before I start ordering parts, so please correct me if I am wrong.
From what I understand, to do this setup, the computer should be connected to the router with VPN server capabilities. At the second location, I will have another VPN capable router plugged into a switch. This router will act as a VPN client, linking the camera network to the main location's router.
My questions are:
1. At the second location do I need to create a VLAN on the switch/router to isolate my cameras from the internet? If so, on which device should I do it on?
2. How do I ensure that only the cameras send traffic over the VPN? The rest of the devices should be able to use the internet without being on the VPN.
One Instance of Blueiris from Multiple Remote Locations
Re: One Instance of Blueiris from Multiple Remote Locations
First lets get the prerequisite disclaimer out of the way... You should really consider a second instance of BI for the half-price offer Ken usually gives people for the second instance.
But... on to your question.
This is really a network/router design issue and not specific to BI.
What routers are you you using at each location? I am more familiar with OPNsense and VLANs (vlans for cameras that are isolated from the internet and other nets) but am also interested in setting up a tunnel between two sites for a different reason. I might follow along here to chat about options.
But... on to your question.
This is really a network/router design issue and not specific to BI.
What routers are you you using at each location? I am more familiar with OPNsense and VLANs (vlans for cameras that are isolated from the internet and other nets) but am also interested in setting up a tunnel between two sites for a different reason. I might follow along here to chat about options.
Re: One Instance of Blueiris from Multiple Remote Locations
I saw that BI had the feature to host remotely, but then I would require another machine. The reason why I don't want to do that is because the current computer is very efficient and can handle a lot more. It's still an option for me though.
I currently have a business ComCast router at both locations, so I cannot host a VPN server.
I am looking into ways I can do this, and this seems to be the best solution. After more research, I found that the router will need to have a firewall capable of blocking the cameras from accessing the Internet directly and directing the camera traffic through the VPN. This way, a VLAN is not necessary.
And because I currently use ZeroTier, when I get this router I will be able to setup my own VPN server for remote connections.
I currently have a business ComCast router at both locations, so I cannot host a VPN server.
I am looking into ways I can do this, and this seems to be the best solution. After more research, I found that the router will need to have a firewall capable of blocking the cameras from accessing the Internet directly and directing the camera traffic through the VPN. This way, a VLAN is not necessary.
And because I currently use ZeroTier, when I get this router I will be able to setup my own VPN server for remote connections.