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Karlista
03-02-2009, 12:49 AM
I also bought the Linksys IP wireless camera from Best Buy for the condo. Could not get it to work. Took it back for a refund. Can someone provide a recommendation for a decent IP wirless camera for under $200.00 that can connect to my 610N wireless router?

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Chuckl
03-03-2009, 12:44 PM
I tried one of those also, what a piece of crap. Needs massive firmware update.
bliko
03-03-2009, 05:45 PM
What's your definition of decent? Which features do you absolutely need? I have yet to find a good wireless ip camera under $200 which is anything other than gimick. If in good lighting conditions you simply want to know that someone is breaking into you your house and not be able to identify them then just go for the cheapest option e.g.Panasonic BL-C1 ... There aren't a great number of usefull differences between a $100 ip cam and a $180 ip cam.

If you want something good check these out: http://www.networkwebcams.com/index.php?cPath=35 .... they're pretty much at the limit of your budget, but definately worth it.
Karlista
03-03-2009, 09:34 PM
Thanks for the replies. I want a decent camera that will monitor by new condo and be able to transmit somewhat of a quality picture over the internet so I can monitor the place remotely. I don't mind spendng the money as long as the product is worth it and performs. From the web site you provided, are you recommending Axis?

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bliko
03-04-2009, 07:12 PM
Yes, I strongly recommend Axis.
Karlista
03-10-2009, 01:39 PM
I just purchased the Axis M1031-W at the suggestion of an Axis technical rep, not a salesman. It is one of their newer cameras. They explained the 207-W model is just about maxed out and cannot be upgraded with firmware updates any further. I will post an update once I install it and let it work for a while. If you shop around a little, you can get a very good price.
Karlista
03-19-2009, 07:41 PM
The performance of this camera is outstanding. Picture, sound, and remote viewing via the internet are all top notch. I paid $269, which I think is a little high, but compared to the other cameras I have tried so far, I am glad I made the purchase. FYI.