In the converged landscape of IT network management and electronic and physical security, the resilience of surveillance systems is paramount. Let’s explore the merits of deploying an iSCSI (Internet Small Computer System Interface) solution, specifically Bosch's Video Recording Manager (VRM), for recording camera streams, with Bosch Video Management System (BVMS) for live and recorded viewing in contrast to conventional server-based video surveillance systems. We will also highlight Bosch's NDAA-compliant cameras with onboard Intelligent Video Analytics Pro (IVA Pro). Lastly, we will discuss the benefits of offering “FM” licensing which eliminates traditional SMA agreements for government applications.
Here, Mike Kosinski from Bosch Security and Safety Systems and Tom Fontana discuss unique benefits of a combined BVMS + VRM iSCSI solution >>
The iSCSI Advantage: Bosch VRM and BVMS
VRM supports iSCSI-based storage systems and Bosch Video-over-IP devices (IP cameras and IP video encoders). VRM introduces the concept of a storage virtualization layer. This abstraction layer enables VRM to manage all of the individual disk arrays in the entire system as a single “virtual” common pool of storage, which is intelligently allocated as needed.
VRM eliminates the need for Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and their associated server hardware, operating systems, and anti-virus software, as well as the ongoing software patches and updates these systems require.
Optimized performance is obtained by the use of intelligent addressing on a block level, which also allows
for load balancing of the video recording to all available storage blocks located on any storage array in the system. Load balancing is provided with respect to the bandwidth and the number of iSCSI connections and is configurable per IP address (iSCSI target).
The VRM virtualization layer allows the scalability of storage beyond the physical limits of a single storage subsystem. This logical abstraction layer means that each camera can use any storage space it actually needs, rather than an allocated, arbitrary, discrete chunk ahead of time. Adjust retention times of video data as required.
VRM not only provides for redundant management of metadata, it also introduces a significant enhancement of overall reliability and availability. By providing redundancy for storage provisioning and a failover design for the central recording management service, there is no single point of failure. In addition, unlike NVR systems, VRM scales without requiring additional servers. This greatly reduces the risk of system failures.
When paired with a second server, such as Bosch's Management Server (BVMS), organizations can seamlessly view live feeds and playback recorded video directly from the camera without a server being online 24x7. This direct-to-storage, direct-to-workstation approach circumvents the vulnerabilities associated with server-based systems, where the failure of a server can interrupt recording and cut off system user access to live and recorded camera streams.
Resilience Against Failures
Financial and Operational Efficiency with "FM" Licenses
Enhanced Security through Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA Pro)
A Resilient and Government-Ready Solution
BVMS + VRM Solution Presentation >>
More about Bosch Video Management System (BVMS) >>
Contact our team for a demonstration and system design assistance >>