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Entered CNET Catalog: 01/20/2005
SKU: DCS-2100G
Manufacturer: D-Link Systems Inc.
Manufacturer description
The D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-2100G Wireless Internet Camera is designed for office and home users who want a full-featured surveillance system that provides remote, high quality video and audio monitoring over the Internet. The DCS-2100G Wireless Internet Camera connects directly to a wireless G or 10/100 Ethernet broadband network to enable remote viewing and management of the camera from anywhere in the world using Internet Explorer version 6. With its own IP address and built-in web server, you can place the DCS-2100G anywhere on the network without requiring a direct connection to a PC. As you watch and listen remotely to video and sound obtained by the DCS-2100G, you can instantly take snapshots directly from the web browser and save to a local hard drive. There is no software required to install, making usage convenient whether from your personal laptop or from a public computer. The DCS-2100G Wireless Internet Camera provides enhanced viewing capabilities with its ability to remotely zoom in on specific areas for close-up viewing. It can also capture video in rooms with minimal lighting, making it ideal for use at night. The DCS-2100G adheres to the Universal Plug & Play (UPnP) specification which allows computers running Windows XP/Me to recognize the DCS-2100G and automatically add it to the network. The DCS-2100 can be accessed and viewed from "My Network Places" as a device on the network. Full-featured software is included to enhance the monitoring and management of the DCS-2100G. You can view images from up to 16 cameras at once, set up manual or scheduled video/audio recording to your hard drive, and set the camera to record or send e-mail alerts whenever the motion sensor is triggered. The DCS-2100G Wireless Internet Camera can be used in a home or office environment. With simple installation procedures and a built-in web-based interface, the DCS-2100G offers easy integration into your network environment. Get all the surveillance features that suit your needs, and most importantly, peace of mind.User opinions
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User Rating: 
3/10
Too Much Hassle
Pros: Haven't Found Any Yet
Cons: Wireless Doesn't work, POOR Picture Quality
Review:
After HOURS of wasting time trying to get the wireless to work on this ridiculous, expensive camera, that bills itself as "easy setup", I am going to SEND IT BACK.
-Camera works fine wired, but you can buy a much less expensive camera if that is what you want. Picture quality is very poor for this level of camera. NOT RECOMMENDED !!!
-Camera works fine wired, but you can buy a much less expensive camera if that is what you want. Picture quality is very poor for this level of camera. NOT RECOMMENDED !!!
User Rating: 3/10
Not a good buy
Pros: good software
Cons: Very poor picture
Review:
The picture quality was terrible. About the same as a very cheap webcam. Had no trouble getting the wireless connection working. But my logitech webcam gives a MUCH better picture than the DCS2100g. It is so bad its really unusable. I dont know how the other reviewer ever decided the picuter quality was good, lol He cant have seen a decent camera yet.
User Rating: 
8/10
Great Camera
Pros: Easy to set up; nice size, good picture quality
Cons: video can not be accessed from a mac. Audio has an echo to it.
Review:
This is my second d-link camera. It is a lot of fun. Buyers should be sure to also have a D-Link brand wireless router, or you will have problems getting the wireless feature to work. Possible, but difficult. I also added larger antennas to my wireless router and the camera, which now give it a respectable range. The video cannot be viewed on an Apple computer because there is no plug-in available. If D-Link makes one available, this product will be a 9.5.
