AXIS Companion

• OS: Windows 8 64-bit

• CPU: Intel Core i5 (ARM CPU not supported)

• RAM: 4 GB

• Graphics card: 256 MB onboard video memory

• Note! Always use the latest graphics card driver

• Network: 100 Mbps

• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

AXIS Companion video management software supports all Axis network cameras and Axis video encoders, with firmware version 8.40 or higher. For information about compatibility of Axis devices in AXIS Companion, please refer to supported products.

AXIS Companion records video to SD cards onboard the Axis IP-cameras. The recommended card is AXIS Surveillance microSDXC Card 64 GB which is a high performing Edge storage solution optimized for video surveillance applications. 

For longer retention time needed and when the system comprises of a larger number of video channels, the AXIS Companion Recorder is the recommended solution. It supports up to 8 Axis cameras and also provides PoE to the cameras.

In locations with unreliable power, a UPS can be a good investment to ensure maximum uptime. This is particularly beneficial for an AXIS Companion system that uses Power over Ethernet to power its cameras over the network, since a single UPS can then be used to secure not only the network equipment but also all the cameras in the system – a clear advantage over analog DVR-based systems. 

A Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch provides power to cameras over the network, removing the need for separate power cables. AXIS Companion Switch provides PoE for up to 4 Axis cameras.

A router is typically used whenever wireless cameras are used, wireless local access is required or when remote access is enabled. Routers with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) simplifies installation of Axis’ wireless cameras. Routers with UPnP simplify the setup of remote access to a system.

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