We are in need of home security that is retained locally (as well as future home automation). My research points to Homeseer being reliable and stable so I am reaching out for advice. We anticipate making a purchase in the next 30 days.
We currently have NO automation in our home and NO cameras. However, we are a PC/Android/Google Fi family and so are familiar with these products and their operation.
At the moment, we are thinking we wish to begin with the following:
Of course, they need to be wi-fi accessible for monitoring while on vacation.
Currently, we have a TP-Link AC4000 router (MU-MIMO) with two 5 ghz channels and one 2.4 ghz channel.
We do want to expand our automation in the future, a device or two at a time as can be afforded. These devices may come from anywhere/any brand. Therefore security is a concern. Though I have done some research, I am unable to determine if I can create VLANS with my current router.
I'm doing the research and purchasing, husband will be doing the installing and I will be maintaining this system and I am overwhelmed!
In a nutshell, I am looking for a bit of guidance on the least amount of money I can spend to get started and yet not be foolish on security and expansion.
Thank you for your assistance.
Tammy
We currently have NO automation in our home and NO cameras. However, we are a PC/Android/Google Fi family and so are familiar with these products and their operation.
At the moment, we are thinking we wish to begin with the following:
- Automation hub software (we currently own a 2017 DELL Laptop (or a 2015 HP Pavilion) on which we want to run the software)
- 2-3 outdoor cameras (no particular brand at the moment but we want good images, remote access and at least 7 days storage)
- Possibly. a Local NVR we manage
- A doorbell camera (again, no particular brand)
Of course, they need to be wi-fi accessible for monitoring while on vacation.
- Suggestions for the above?
- Plugins that may be needed?
Currently, we have a TP-Link AC4000 router (MU-MIMO) with two 5 ghz channels and one 2.4 ghz channel.
We do want to expand our automation in the future, a device or two at a time as can be afforded. These devices may come from anywhere/any brand. Therefore security is a concern. Though I have done some research, I am unable to determine if I can create VLANS with my current router.
- Will adding a switch with this router allow me to do so?
- If so, any suggested switches?
I'm doing the research and purchasing, husband will be doing the installing and I will be maintaining this system and I am overwhelmed!
In a nutshell, I am looking for a bit of guidance on the least amount of money I can spend to get started and yet not be foolish on security and expansion.
Thank you for your assistance.
Tammy
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