NAS Device Video Data Storage via UPnP Auto Discovery
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional Network Attached Storage (NAS) units are not well-equipped for direct video storage and management, requiring external devices to process and transfer video data, which can lead to inefficiencies in storage and backup due to limited capacity and functionality.
Innovation Solution
An improved NAS device capable of detecting video cameras via Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) auto discovery, allowing direct reception and storage of video data from cameras over a network, eliminating the need for external processing equipment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a conventional NAS unit is used for video storage, then file-based data storage services are provided with high availability, but the NAS unit cannot directly handle video data from video cameras due to lack of appropriate drivers
Solution Approach 1:
The NAS device is enhanced with multi-functionality by integrating video camera discovery and video data reception capabilities alongside traditional file storage services. The system can now serve both as a general-purpose NAS and a video storage device, eliminating the need for separate video processing equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
The NAS device performs self-service by automatically discovering video cameras on the network through UPnP protocols and initiating video data reception without requiring external video processing equipment. The system autonomously configures itself to receive and store video data directly from cameras.
2Quantity of substance
If external video processing equipment is used to capture and process video data before copying to NAS, then video data can be obtained, but storage capacity and backup functionality are limited by the external device
Solution Approach 1:
The video processing functionality is extracted from external devices and integrated directly into the NAS device. The NAS now includes built-in capabilities to discover video cameras, receive video data streams, and store them directly, removing the intermediary step of external video processing equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges video storage functionality with traditional file-based NAS services into a single integrated system. The NAS device combines video camera discovery, video data reception, and video storage capabilities with conventional file sharing and backup services, eliminating the need for separate video processing equipment.
3Reliability
If a general purpose computer is used to store video data, then video data can be stored, but adequate storage capacity and backup/recovery functionality are not available
Solution Approach 1:
The NAS device provides universal functionality by serving both as a general-purpose file storage system and as a dedicated video storage solution. It maintains all traditional NAS services while adding video-specific capabilities, eliminating the need to choose between general-purpose computers and specialized video equipment.
Solution Approach 2:
The system enables self-service video storage by automatically discovering video cameras on the network and allowing direct storage of video data to the NAS device. The system autonomously manages video data reception and storage without requiring manual intervention or complex configuration.
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AI summary
An improved technique provides access to video data using a network attached storage (NAS) device. The technique involves detecting access to a video camera from the NAS device through a network, and receiving a video store command from a user workstation through the network. The video store command directs the NAS device to store video data provided by the video camera to the NAS device through the network. The technique further involves storing the video data provided by the video camera to the NAS device through the network in response to the video store command.