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This review is for the just-released Reolink 4K Ultra HD 8CH POE Security Camera System, 4pcs Wired 8MP Outdoor PoE IP Cameras. I've been a big fan of their products for several years. I currently have a 16 channel system with 5mb cameras all with audio. I had been eagerly awaiting their new 4K product especially for my street views so that I could get license plate number with more clarity. I currently wire all of the cameras to a powered PoE switch in my utility closet and then run one network cable into my computer room. Works great. However, this new system does NOT support the use of powered PoE switches. This comes from the Reolink engineers after I opened a ticket with them. The only way this system can operate is by connecting the cameras directly the NVR itself. I ran some tests and the initial pictures were simply stunning along with the audio. However, it is apparent that this system has not been tested completely as I had numerous camera freezes with the one camera connected directly to the NVR. I can not recommend that you purchase this product. It is too new and buggy. Also - tech support from Reolink is painstakingly slow as all of their staff is in China. They have no presence in the United States and it takes several email cycles to get your points across. I would have loved to have given a great review to this product but it just isn't ready for the marketplace just yet. If you want a really terrific system with 5mb cameras with audio built in, explore their other products. Truly outstanding.