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📸Cameras & Camera Software => Legacy non Wi-Fi X10 Cameras => Camera General Discussion => Wireless Cameras(non IP) => Topic started by: Blindman on February 24, 2008, 10:16:30 AM

Title: LapTop w/Vanguard
Post by: Blindman on February 24, 2008, 10:16:30 AM

Here is a  dumb question... Can I  Switch Cameras via Vanguard with a LapTop.. or does it have to be a Desktop.?
The more I read about this system it uses the house wiring to switch camera on and off.. I have installed mine with a Laptop and  can not switch camera from within the software..

Title: Re: LapTop w/Vanguard
Post by: Blindman on February 25, 2008, 12:35:35 PM

Ok I figured it out.. the USB port did not have enough power without a powered USB hub.. When I put a Powered Hub inline all worked fine..

Title: Re: LapTop w/Vanguard
Post by: daytona7 on May 22, 2008, 10:12:56 PM

You could have also used a double USB to single adapter USB for more power.