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3.33out of 5
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Manufacturer codeDCS-2530L
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About the D-Link DCS-2530L
D-Link DCS-2530L is listed in the security cameras category. The recorded specifications include type: IP security camera; placement supported: Indoor; maximum resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels; night vision: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code DCS-2530L. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The specified power source is AC. Check installation needs, network compatibility and the availability of ongoing software support before purchase. A connectivity label does not confirm a subscription, hub or accessory is included.
- Type
- IP security camera
- Placement supported
- Indoor
- Maximum resolution
- 1920 x 1080 pixels
- Night vision
- Yes
- Night vision distance
- 4.8 m
- Connectivity technology
- Wireless
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D-Link DCS-2530L specifications
Manufacturer code: DCS-2530L · Icecat product 32826676 · Checked 22 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Type | IP security camera |
|---|---|
| Placement supported | Indoor |
| Maximum resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Night vision | Yes |
| Night vision distance | 4.8 m |
| Connectivity technology | Wireless |
| Power source type | AC |
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Audio & listening4 details
| Audio formats supported | AAC, G.711 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Audio detection | Yes |
| Frequency band | 2.4 GHz |
Processor, memory & storage7 details
| Supported graphics resolutions | 640 x 360, 1280 x 720 (HD 720), 1920 x 1080 (HD 1080) |
|---|---|
| Frame rate | 30 fps |
| Built-in HDD | No |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 70 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95% |
Camera, image & video15 details
| Lens viewing angle, horizontal | 180° |
|---|---|
| Lens viewing angle, vertical | 86° |
| Lens viewing angle, diagonal | 180° |
| Optical sensor size | 25.4 / 3 mm (1 / 3") |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Maximum aperture number | 2.5 |
| Fixed focal length | 1.7 mm |
| Total megapixels | 1 MP |
| Video formats supported | H.264, M-JPEG |
| Video compression formats | H.264, M-JPEG |
| Video streaming | Yes |
| Image quality adjustment | Brightness, Colour depth, Contrast, Saturation, Sharpness |
| Video motion detection | Yes |
| Number of cameras | 1 |
| Lens type | Wide-angle |
Connections & wireless9 details
| Ethernet LAN | No |
|---|---|
| Supported network protocols | IPv6, IPv4, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, SMTP, HTTP, UPnP, RTP/RTSP/RTCP, HTTPS, ONVIF, Bonjour |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Wi-Fi data rate (max) | 155 Mbit/s |
| USB port | Yes |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| Interface | WLAN |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | No |
Power & battery3 details
| AC input voltage | 100-240 V |
|---|---|
| AC input frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| Power consumption (typical) | 4.5 W |
Controls & features4 details
| Light sensor | Yes |
|---|---|
| Reset button | Yes |
| WPS push button | Yes |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
Design & dimensions8 details
| Form factor | Spherical |
|---|---|
| Mounting type | Ceiling/wall |
| Product colour | Black |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | User |
| Height | 60.7 mm |
| Weight | 105 g |
| Height (with stand) | 109.6 mm |
Software & compatibility4 details
| Certification | CE, CE LVD, FCC, ICES |
|---|---|
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10 Education, Windows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Pro x64, Windows 7 Enterprise, Windows 7 Enterprise x64, Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Basic x64, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows 8, Windows 8 Enterprise, Windows 8 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.11 El Capitan, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion, Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks |
| Mobile operating systems supported | Android, iOS |
Further product details17 details
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Remote viewing | Yes |
| LED indicators | Yes |
| Minimum illumination | 0 lx |
| LED type | IR |
| Full HD | Yes |
| Privacy masking | Yes |
| Time stamp overlay | Yes |
| Text caption overlay | Yes |
| Streaming method | Multicast |
| Maximum memory card size | 128 GB |
| Security algorithms | WPA, WPA2 |
| Alert notification type | |
| Web-based management | Yes |
| Remotely operated | Yes |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| Diameter | 3.44 cm |
Packaging & supplied accessories20 details
| Package width | 135 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 200 mm |
| Package height | 70 mm |
| Package weight | 534 g |
| Shipping (inner) case length | 37.8 cm |
| Shipping (inner) case width | 29.1 cm |
| Shipping (inner) case height | 23.7 cm |
| Shipping (inner) case net weight | 5.3 kg |
| Pallet gross weight (air) | 317 kg |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet (air) | 50 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet (air) | 500 pc(s) |
| Pallet gross length | 110 cm |
| Pallet gross width | 120 cm |
| Pallet height (air) | 132 cm |
| Pallet gross weight (sea) | 494 kg |
| Master (outer) cases per pallet (sea) | 80 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet (sea) | 800 pc(s) |
| Pallet height (sea) | 2.03 m |
| Shipping (inner) case gross weight | 5.9 kg |
| Products per shipping (inner) case | 10 pc(s) |
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What is the listed type for D-Link DCS-2530L?
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What is the listed placement supported for D-Link DCS-2530L?
The source specification records placement supported as Indoor. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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