Quick Setup Guide: Speco Technologies SecureGuard® Server SG519
About this Quick Setup Guide
Before operating the unit, please read this user's guide thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Product Components
The following components are included:
- SecureGuard® Server: The main server unit.
- Faceplate: Includes a set of 2 keys.
- Rack Ears: Included and pre-mounted on the server.
- Quick Setup Guide: This document.
- Power Cable: Two cables are included.
- Server Rails: One pair included, with an instruction manual.
- Rack Bracket Adapters: Hardware for mounting.
Internal Connections and Views
Front View (Without Faceplate)
1. Power Switch: Used to turn the server on/off.
2. Reset Switch & LED Status Indicators: For system reset and status monitoring.
3. 3.5" HDD Bays: 24 bays for hard drives.
4. AC Inputs for Redundant Power Supply: Connections for power.
5. 2.5" HDD Bay: 2 bays for smaller hard drives.
6. DB9 COM Port: Serial communication port.
7. IPMI Interface: For remote management.
8. USB 2.0 Ports: Two ports.
9. USB 3.0 Ports: Two ports.
10. Gigabit Ethernet LAN Ports: Two ports for network connectivity.
11. VGA Output: For monitor connection.
Rear View:
Depicts the rear panel with various ports and connectors.
LED Status Indicators
Power Failure LED
Description: A flashing LED indicates a power supply failure.
Information LED
| STATUS | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| Continuously ON & red | Overheat condition has been met. |
| Blinking red (1 Hz) | Fan failure. |
| Blinking red (.25 Hz) | Power failure. |
| Solid blue | Local UID has been activated to locate the server in a rack environment. |
| Blinking blue (300 msec) | Remote UID has been activated to locate the server from a remote location. |
NIC2 Activity LED:
Indicates network activity on LAN 2 when flashing.
NIC1 Activity LED:
Indicates network activity on LAN 1 when flashing.
HDD Activity:
Indicates drive (SAS/SATA, SCSI, and/or DVD-ROM) activity when flashing.
Power Status:
Indicates power is being supplied to the power supply units.
Power on the Server
Follow these procedures to avoid damaging the server:
- Connect all necessary components, such as monitors and cameras, before powering the server.
- Power ON the server by depressing the Power Switch (labeled '1').
Warning: To reduce the risk of database corruption due to power loss, Speco strongly urges the use of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) with SecureGuard® servers.
Login to Windows
After boot-up, the Windows login screen will appear. The default user account is "Speco Tech" with no password. It is highly advisable to set a password after the first login.
Image 1 Description: A screenshot of the Windows login screen showing the default user account "Speco Tech".
Warning: Store your password securely. Speco Technologies cannot assist with password recovery.
Note: The default timezone is set to (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada).
Run SecureGuard® Configuration Tool
The server comes pre-loaded with SecureGuard® Server software.
From the Windows Desktop, double-click the SecureGuard® Configuration Tool icon to begin setup.
Image 2 Description: A screenshot showing the SecureGuard® Configuration Tool icon on the Windows Desktop.
Initial Configuration Steps:
Image 3 Description: A prompt within the SecureGuard Configuration Tool asking the user to select or create a System Recordings folder. It suggests pointing to a storage drive (e.g., 'Recordings D:').
Image 4 Description: A screenshot of the SecureGuard Configuration Tool's login prompt, showing fields for username and password. It notes the default username is 'admin' and the default password is 'admin'. A strong recommendation is made to change the admin password for security.
Image 5 Description: The "System" tab within the SecureGuard Configuration Tool, highlighting the "System Recordings" file path setting, which should point to storage drives.
Note: SecureGuard® servers have independent hard drives for recordings and the operating system. Do not store recordings on the OS drive.
Setting up Software Updates
SecureGuard® is configured to check for updates daily. The update check time can be adjusted. Manual checks can be initiated by clicking "Check Now".
Image 6 Description: A screenshot of the software update settings, showing options to set the time for automatic updates and a "Check Now" button.
Note: The server must be connected to the internet to search and download updates.
To disable automatic updates, uncheck the "Enable Automatic Updates" box and click "Apply" to confirm changes.
Setting up Database Backup
The "Database" tab allows importing/exporting settings, and backing up, restoring, or validating the SecureGuard® database.
Image 7 Description: The "Database" tab in the SecureGuard Configuration Tool, showing options for backup, restore, and validation.
It is recommended to back up the database regularly. To schedule backups:
- Check the "Scheduled Backup" box.
- Click "Browse" to choose a backup location.
Note: It is HIGHLY recommended to back up the database to a separate drive, not the C: drive.
Adjust the time for backups and select whether it should occur daily or weekly. Click "Apply" to save.
Image 8 Description: Settings for scheduled database backups, including selecting a destination folder, time, and frequency (daily/weekly).
Setting up Network
Note: For servers with dual network interface cards (NICs), it is advisable to separate camera network traffic from client connection traffic.
In the "Network" tab:
- For "Client Interface", select the network adapter for remote client connections.
- For "Video Interface", select the network adapter for camera connections.
Image 9 Description: The "Network" tab in the SecureGuard Configuration Tool, showing options for "Client Interface" and "Video Interface".
To register with Speco's Free DDNS:
- Ensure "Enable Speco DDNS" is checked.
- Enter a "Host Name" for the server.
- Click "Submit/Update".
Image 10 Description: The Speco DDNS registration section, with fields for enabling DDNS and entering a host name.
If the server name is not registered, it will succeed. If it fails, try a different name.
Image 11 Description: A confirmation dialog box indicating successful DDNS registration, showing the remote IP address, MAC address, and registered DNS entry.
Note: By default, the server uses ports 7312 & 7313 for network communication. If these ports are changed, ensure firewall rules are updated accordingly.
Applying Channel License
The SecureGuard® Server comes with a free 32-channel license. For installations exceeding 32 channels, an additional license from Speco is required.
Go to the "License Tab". Enter your activation code or click "Import License File" and select your license file.
Image 12 Description: The "License Tab" showing options to enter an activation code or import a license file, with a display area for the license details and channel count.
Adding Sites
The "Sites" tab is used to add, delete, or update connected devices (sites).
Method 1: Site Locate (Automatic Scanning)
This method scans the Local Area Network for IP cameras, DVRs, NVRs, and hybrid DVRs.
Click "Site Locate" to open the scanning window. Click "Refresh" to rescan the network.
Image 13 Description: The "Sites" tab with the "Site Locate" button highlighted.
Image 14 Description: The "Site Locate" window, showing a network scan in progress or results, with a "Refresh" button.
To add a discovered site, double-click the device to open "Site Settings". Ensure all fields are accurate, enter login credentials, and click "Check Site" to verify the connection. Click "OK" if successful.
Image 15 Description: The "Site Settings" window for a discovered device, with fields for IP address, port, username, password, and a "Check Site" button.
Devices will appear in the "Sites to add" list. Repeat for all devices. Click "OK" to exit "Site Locate". Then click "Apply" in the "Sites" tab to add them to the server.
Image 22 Description: The "Sites" tab showing the list of added sites, with an "Apply" button to confirm changes.
Method 2: Manual Entry
This method is used for devices not found by "Site Locate", such as mobile devices, or specific DVRs/NVRs.
In the "Sites" tab, click "New" to open the "Site Settings" window.
Image 16 Description: The "Sites" tab with the "New" button highlighted, leading to the "Site Settings" window.
Fill in all required fields and click "Check Site" to verify accuracy.
Note: Performing "Check Site" for DVRs/NVRs/Hybrids confirms channel count, enabling PTZ control and channel restrictions.
Click "Fix" to correct any errors. Click "OK".
Image 17 Description: The "Site Settings" window showing an error message and a "Fix" button.
Image 18 Description: The "Site Settings" window after successful verification, with an "OK" button.
The channel boxes under PTZ Control will reflect the device's channels. Perform "Check Site" again if needed. Click "OK" on both windows.
Image 19 Description: The "Site Settings" window showing PTZ control options and channel information.
If "Check Site" is successful, you can preview video. Use the "Channel" dropdown to select specific channels for previewing, aiding in identification and naming.
Image 20 Description: A preview window showing live video feed from a selected camera channel.
Image 21 Description: A screenshot showing a date and time stamp, possibly from a preview or system log.
Click "Apply" to add the site(s) to the server.
Setting up Recording Schedules
Click on the "Schedules" tab.
Next to "Action:", select the recording type: Continuous, Motion, or Sensor.
The schedule grid represents days (rows) and hours (columns). Cells can be colored based on recording type:
- Green: Continuous Recording
- Blue: Motion Recording
- Orange: Sensor Recording
- White: No Recording
Drag the mouse over the grid to color cells. To set the entire schedule to one type, click the top-left box in the grid.
Image 23 Description: The "Schedules" tab showing the grid for setting recording schedules, with color coding explained.
Image 24 Description: The "Schedules" tab with the top-left box highlighted, indicating how to select all cells.
Associate schedules with sites by moving them from "Available Site..." to "Sites using schedule ...". Click "Apply" to save.
Adding Users
Note: The server comes with default accounts: Admin, User, & Guest.
Go to the "Users" tab to add, edit, or delete users, and manage site/channel privileges through roles and permissions.
The "admin" account has full access and cannot be deleted.
Click "Add User" to create a new user.
Image 25 Description: The "Users" tab with the "Add User" button highlighted.
The "Add User" window will pop up. You can copy settings from existing users to streamline the process.
Image 26 Description: The "Add User" window, showing fields for username, password, and options to copy settings.
Enter new user credentials and a name. Select a "User Role" (Administrator, User, Guest) for access levels. Permissions can be modified, and users/guests can be restricted to specific sites/channels.
Note: Customized roles can be created for specific access control needs.
Click "OK" to exit "Add User", then click "Apply" in the "Users" tab to add the user(s).
Image 31 Description: The "User Settings" window, listing saved sites and channels, with options to assign permissions.
Image 32 Description: The "User Settings" window showing the process of adding sites to a group, with an "Apply" button.
Installing SecureGuard® on Client PCs
Note: Download the SecureGuard® Client from www.specotech.com.
Run the downloaded executable file to start the installation.
Uncheck components not needed for the client installation (e.g., Streaming Audio App, Player, Start Menu Shortcuts, Desktop Icon). Components essential for operation cannot be unchecked.
Image 27 Description: The SecureGuard Client Software Setup wizard, showing a list of components with checkboxes, and a "Next" button.
Click "Next" to proceed.
Select the destination folder for installation or use the default. Click "Install" to begin.
Image 28 Description: The setup wizard's destination folder selection screen.
Startup & Live View
After installation, the SecureGuard® Client login window will open. If not, double-click the desktop icon.
Enter the server address (IP address or DDNS name). Check "Use DDNS" if applicable. Click "OK".
Image 29 Description: The SecureGuard Client login window, with fields for server address, username, password, and options for DDNS and auto-connect.
Once logged in, a "Welcome to SecureGuard" window will appear. Click "OK" to proceed.
Image 30 Description: The SecureGuard Client welcome window, providing initial setup tips.
To view sites, they must be placed in a group. A default group named "Group" is created. Add sites to this group by clicking "Apply".
The "Open Group" window will list all groups and sites. Select "Group" and click "OK" to start viewing the sites.
Image 33 Description: The "Open Group" window, listing available groups and sites, with an option to auto-connect.
Image 34 Description: A view of the SecureGuard Client interface showing multiple camera feeds organized within a group.
