2025-06-05Last updated
After initially starting a Genetec Cloudlink™ appliance and connecting it to the
network, you must add it to Security Center SaaS before it becomes operational.
Procedure
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On the Devices page in Genetec™ Configuration web, click
Add device.
The configuration wizard opens.
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In the Type window, click Appliance.
Note: Hardware types are greyed out if they are not included in your
license or currently unsupported.
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In the Activation window, enter the serial number and activation
code found on the card included with the appliance using one of the following
methods:
- Scan the QR code
- Scan the QR code using the webcam in Genetec™ Configuration web. If required,
allow or enable camera access in your web browser. Position the QR code in front of
the camera, ensuring it’s centered and clearly visible.
- Enter manually
- Enter the appliance Serial number and Activation
code manually.
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Click Continue.
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In the Configuration window, enter a name for the appliance.
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If you have a Genetec Cloudlink 210 with dual hard drives (GCL-210-M3JA), select a
Storage type.
- Redundant
- Duplicate data across disks to protect against drive failure. This is the
default.
- Extended
- Combine disks into one volume for maximum storage.
Note: To change the storage type, you must delete and re-add the
appliance, which erases all data on the drives.
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Select a Recording mode.
- Local recording
- Video is only stored locally on the appliance.
- Cloud recording
- Video is only retained in the local storage of the appliance when the cloud
connection is unavailable.
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Click Continue.
The initial setup can take a few minutes. During this time, the appliance shows
Connecting while the required applications are downloaded and installed.
Tip: Select the appliance tile to display status
information.
The appliance is added to Security Center SaaS. Click
Close.