Could there be a limitation in data transfer capacity?
Could there be a limitation in data transfer capacity?
I'm exploring options to link 7 devices at a moderate range. The gear is outdoors in conduit, with a camera cluster and a receiver box. Previously they were spread out, so now cables must travel through the conduit. You're considering consolidating everything onto two switches—one for the cameras and another for the switch—potentially using a single cat6a cable. With 12 MP cameras, speed is critical; delays beyond a few seconds could disrupt performance. TL;DR: can I safely merge these into one cat6 link or face bandwidth issues?
Check the bandwidth being utilized to determine whether one connection is enough. I'm not very experienced with networking, but because of the different subnets and how they were configured with separate cables, moving it to a single switch might mean you still need a managed switch and you'll have to set up the other end properly.
I'm exploring new territory with this team of three. After reviewing the numbers, I feel confident. The cameras record raw footage and deliver uncompressed images at 4096 px × 3000, up to 8 frames per second. Doing the calculations confirms a throughput around 1008 Mbps—close enough for now. I'm seeking feedback from more experienced folks to verify these figures.
You inquired about the bitrate specifications for the cameras. Regarding network connections, you mentioned the typical speed and type used for accessing them. It's common for cameras to be compressed, which can help identify the actual bitrate—likely around 10Mbps based on the security cameras you've worked with.
These aren't meant for monitoring. They capture still photos of moving objects using radar triggers, making bitrate almost nonexistent. I tested it on my setup and found speeds around 112 MB/s at peak rate. With all cameras connected, it reaches roughly 9 Gbps—far beyond what Cat6a can handle. It would need an 8-port 10G switch, and honestly, the risk of a device failure makes it not worth it. I’ll stick to running cables individually.