TZO Dynamic DNS and your DVR - Use your DVR on a Dynamic IP address

	SOLUTIONS - Using TZO Dynamic DNS with your Security DVR (Digital Video Recorder) or CCTV system - Save on buying a Static IP!

•	What is a DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and can it help protect my home or business?

	There are 2 types of DVR's - One type is designed for your Cable TV to record your favorite TV shows. Popular brands of TV DVR's include TIVO, Replay TV and others. The other type is a Security DVR - which is specifically designed to record security camera/CCTV video. Security DVR's typically look just like a VCR - but it has a hard disk to record video instead of tape. A security DVR can also be a PC with special video jacks to act as a DVR. A Security DVR is typically supplied and installed by many security companies and can be installed along with an Internet connection for remote viewing. Viewing the cameras remotely can provide an extra level of security to your home or business, and help protect losses from theft or vandalism. DVR's are mostly used to help protect many restaurants, vacation or resort homes, retail or fast food shops, and construction sites. No matter what type of home or business you want to protect, a DVR is a wise investment that can help protect you and your property.

•	Where do I purchase and setup a DVR (Digital Video Recorder)?

	The first step is to work with your local security company or contact a company that specializes in Security DVR's and remote access such as GE Security, Dedicated Micros, Bosch and many others. Any one of these companies can help guide you to a system that is appropriate for your needs. Once you have selected a DVR system that is capable of remote viewing, you should work with the installer or salesperson to get the Security DVR setup. Perform the setup according to the instructions and test the DVR using the INTERNAL IP address to make sure everything works. See below for complete steps on getting TZO to work with your DVR.

•	Why do I need the TZO Dynamic DNS service with my DVR and how do I set it all up?

	A Security DVR can work on any type of IP address, but most manufacturers and installers will suggest a STATIC IP address - which means the IP address never changes. Due to the fact that many of these Security DVR's are being installed on Internet connections using Cable or DSL - it's very difficult and often very expensive to obtain a static IP address - sometimes impossible. TZO.COM DDNS (Dynamic DNS) is the simple solution to this common and expensive problem. The TZO DDNS provides you with a domain name to use with your Dynamic IP address - we also work on static IP's. The TZO software (running on your PC or router at the same location as the DVR) tracks your IP address changes and updates the domain name immediately. This allows you and your users to connect to the DVR over the Internet using this TZO domain name instead of an IP address that's always changing! Here are some quick steps on how to best use TZO with your Security DVR setup: 1) Get your DVR installed and running internally (inside your network) and make sure the DVR is working according to the install guide. 2) You should now get your DVR connected to your network and make sure the network is connected to your cablemodem or DSL modem. Be sure to set a STATIC INTERNAL IP address on the DVR so when the power goes out, the DVR never changes IP's on the INTERNAL Network. This means that the DVR would be set to work on an IP of 192.168.1.200 or 192.168.0.200 depending on your router setup. 3) Configure your router or firewall to open the proper ports (if you use one) in order to connect to your DVR using the current IP address of the router. Most DVR's have a built in web server that listens on port 80 - so you should forward port 80 to the STATIC LAN IP address of your Security DVR. 4) Once you can connect to your DVR from the Internet using the routers IP address, you should determine how you wish to run TZO. TZO can run in your router or on any PC. Running TZO on a PC? TZO Website to download and install the TZO softwareon the DVR itself, or on any PC or server that resides on the same network. Running TZO in a router? If you do not have a PC or Server that can run the TZO software on the network, you can Run TZO in your router or firewall that includes the TZO DDNS software such as some Linksys, NetGear, SMC, D-Link or other devices on our list. 5) Once you get TZO DDNS setup with your TZO domain name you selected, you can then use this domain name to connect to your Security DVR from the Internet. It's very important that if you are running the TZO software, that you keep the software running at all times. If you use a TZO compatible router, the router will update the domain name when the IP changes on the router. That's it! Its as simple as using the TZO DOMAIN NAME (Example: YourDVR.tzo.com) to connect to the DVR system remotely instead of using an IP address that's always changing. The TZO domain name NEVER changes, and you will always continue to use the same domain name whenever you or your clients want to connect to the DVR at that location. Start your TZO trial today completely FREE for 30 days, No Obligations. Get your FREE TZO NOW! * TIP: See our DVR Support section if you have a CCTV or Security cameras and a Security DVR * TIP: Check out our extensive list of tutorials on popular Routers, Servers, Appliances, Cams and more. These tutorials will assist you in getting your Security DVR installed and running