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Keeping Your Camera Server Running and Alerting You During Power Outages

Keeping Your Camera Server Running and Alerting You During Power Outages

If the power goes out does your camera system still record?

Jamie Meyers
August 13, 2025

As a property owner, one of the biggest threats to your security system is a sudden power outage. Whether caused by an accident, a grid failure, or someone intentionally cutting the power, losing electricity can stop your camera server and blind your surveillance.

The Problem

When the power goes out:

Your camera server may immediately stop recording.
You lose visibility of your property.
You might not even realize the outage has occurred until it's too late.

The Solution

A smart battery backup paired with monitoring software solves this problem:

Immediate power backup:
- The battery kicks in the instant power is lost, keeping your camera server and essential network devices running.
Real-time alerts:
- Monitoring software like PowerAlert Office for triplite battery backup systems can send you email notifications the moment the UPS switches to battery.
- You gain instant awareness of a power outage, even if you're away from the property.
Continuous surveillance:
- Your cameras continue recording, ensuring you can monitor events in real-time and review footage if needed.

How to Set It Up

While it’s possible to install and configure the system yourself, working with a professional service like 1 Systems Installation ensures everything is set up properly:

Your camera server and key network devices are correctly connected to the battery-backed outlets.
PowerAlert Office is installed and configured on the server or a connected PC.
Email alerts for power events are tested and verified to make sure you are notified immediately.

Benefits for Property Owners

Always-on recording: Your surveillance continues through outages.
Immediate notification: Know as soon as the power goes out, giving you visibility and the ability to respond.
Security against tampering: If an intruder cuts the power, you can still monitor activity and receive alerts.
Professional setup: Ensures your system is configured correctly, so you can trust it will work when you need it most.

Summary

With a smart battery backup, PowerAlert Office, and professional installation from 1 Systems Installation, your camera server never stops recording, and you are immediately notified of any power loss. This setup gives property owners continuous monitoring, visibility during outages, and peace of mind knowing the system is professionally configured and reliable.