If your laptop struggles to load basic Web pages over Wi-Fi from that location, you can bet that your wireless network camera won’t be able to upload a constant stream of video from there. The easiest way to do this is to grab a laptop, put it in the spot where you want to put your camera, and see whether you can get a reasonably strong wireless network connection from the laptop. InSSIDer can help you find out whether other wireless networks are cramping your airwaves.You’ll also want to test your network connection from the spot where you want to place the camera. The main limitation here is the power cord: You’ll have to place it fairly close to a power outlet, or you’ll have to use an extension cord–meaning that you probably won’t be able to position it in an elevated spot without leaving unsightly power cables dangling from your walls. Step 1: Find the Right Place for Your Wireless Network Cameraīefore you start configuring the camera, you should try to decide where to put it. Of course, specific setup instructions differ from camera to camera, but we’ve found that many of the basic features that you’ll want in a wireless network camera are similar for most models. In this how-to, we’ll walk through the process of setting up a wireless network camera and using it for home monitoring.įor this how-to, we decided to use the D-Link DCS-932L ($150) wireless network camera, which you can connect to your network via ethernet or 802.11n Wi-Fi.
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You can make do with a standard USB webcam (or use your iOS or Android device as a webcam), but wireless network cameras are easier to position and they’re designed for the task. We used the D-Link DCS-932L for this how-to.If you want to monitor your home remotely with a security camera, using a wireless network camera is the most permanent way to do it.