Security Camera & Surveillance System Support Forum » Tag: remote surveillance backup - Recent Topics http://videos.cctvcamerapros.com/support/ Security Camera & Surveillance System Support Forum en Thu, 17 May 2012 06:37:45 +0000 AmyK on "Connect Laptop to DVR for backups?" http://videos.cctvcamerapros.com/support/topic/connect-laptop-to-dvr-for-backups#post-34 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:47:17 +0000 AmyK 34@http://videos.cctvcamerapros.com/support/

I am working with the owners of an older DVR model (no manufacturer name on the outside) that recorded a burglary. I want to connect via the RJ-45 port to transfer the video files during the crime to my laptop for analysis & preservation.
Will an Ethernet cable work or do I need a specifically "RJ-45" cable?
Do I just telnet into it using the MAC address listed on the back of the DVR unit?
Any tips in the right direction appreciated - thank you!
-AmyK