Hi all,

This is my first post on here. I am security installer in Toronto, Canada. I have seen a few cctv installs locally that make use of wallmount PC Based DVRs. I was just wondering if I could get some feedback on how many of you out there use it and if not why?

It seems like a good idea to me, keeps things out of the way, doesnt consume desktop space and because its wallmounted i would be inclined to think that someone messing around with it when their not supposed to be would be more noticable as opposed to it being on the ground or on the desk with all the other computers in the room. Any comments are appreciated.

Thanks

I've installed several Vigil DVRs that use these types of cases. They're pretty bulky, but they're very solid server-quality cases, with lots of cooling and fully-filtered airflow, which should help keep the machines running well for a long time. Drives are all shock-mounted, cables all enter the "outer" case through rubber "weatherstrip" to help maintain the air cleanliness. There's a standard ATX rear panel on the "inner" case.

No idea who makes the cases, although I could probably find out.



I found some similar designs at www.chassis-plans.com:
http://www.chassis-plans.com/wallmount_chassis.html

The W5Chassis case is similar to the Vigil's, but not identical:
http://www.chassis-plans.com/offtheshelf/w5-wallmount-eatx-computer.html

The Chassis Plans W5 chassis is a generalized industrial enclosure for mounting an ATX or EATX motherboard and drives. It provides a locking door and a cable area cover to prevent tampering. It is unique in the market and is an ideal platform for DVR systems. Custom modifications are available.

One available option is door mounted touch screen LCD's.

See http://www.chassis-plans.com/offtheshelf/w5-wallmount-eatx-computer.html for full details.

this is interesting ... will take a look and see what kind of cost they are going for ..

Well, I dunno about "unique"... it's very similar to the cases I've seen the Vigils built in. Granted, those may also be made by Chassis Plans, I don't know where CAMACC sources theirs.