How can I connect a USB web cam to an Ethernet network?
I have several Logitech USB webcams. THey need to be placed at least 25′ from my video server and this is farther than the USB standard will suport. Therefore I need to either buy USB extenders or convert the USB to Ethernet. What is the best solution?
Really, the problem is that you’ve got the wrong tools for the job. USB is designed for peripherals in a desktop environment, and is not meant to operate over extended distances. (This is because of limitations of EM propagation on USB data lines.) That said, as long as the distance is less than 25 meters, you can buy a bunch of USB hubs, and connect them serially using 5 meter cables. This will get the job done, but it’s a major kludge. Expensive and messy. The correct solution is to use either network cameras (I like both Axis and Panasonic), or typical security-type cameras that transmit video by RF (wireless or coax). These can be attached to a network camera server.
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