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Edge storage allows video data and snapshots to be saved directly to a camera’s memory card. It’s recommended for stand-alone camera setups. When managed by a central server, edge storage should be disabled to ensure cache post recording functions properly.

Before configuring:

• Ensure the memory card is properly installed in the camera.
• Verify a backup resource has been added on the central server.
• Confirm backup resource allocation for the camera.

Note: Only certain models support these features. Refer to the actual model and Web interface for specifics.

Edge Storage - Manual Storage

1. Navigate to Setup > Storage > Storage.
2. Enable edge storage and configure settings:
   • Storage Medium: Select the type of storage resource.
     • To format the memory card: Disable storage first, then click Format and confirm. The system will restart after formatting.
     • Total and free space details are shown.
   • Data Overwrite Policy:
     • Overwrite: New data replaces old data when space runs out.
     • Stop: No new data saved when memory card is full.
   • Post-Record(s): Set how long recording continues after an alarm ends.
3. Click Save.

Edge Storage - Planned Storage

If planned storage is enabled, video is recorded to the memory card during specified times.

1. Go to Setup > Storage > Storage.
2. Select Planned Storage and set the recording schedule.
3. Click Save.

Note: Planned storage doesn’t function if manual and planned storage are both enabled.

Note: To review recorded video, refer to How to Query the Edge Storage Video Playback.

Cache Post Recording

When centrally managed, the camera uses the memory card to cache recordings during network interruptions. Once the connection is restored, videos are transferred to the backup server.

1. Open Setup > Storage > Storage.
2. Set Storage Policy to Off. If supported, Post-Record will appear—configure the post-record time.
3. Click Save.