Cloud Storage requires an internet connection. A slow or unstable connection can interrupt cloud services.
Unprotected video archives are automatically deleted depending on the retention policy and disk capacity. Protected video files in local storage are exempt from automatic deletion.
If video is deleted before being uploaded to the cloud, warnings appear in the Archiver diagnostic window. These warnings indicate that you should investigate and take action to prevent further data loss. While investigating the issue, protect video files in local storage from automatic deletion.
To prevent video files from being deleted before uploading to the cloud, consider the
following best practices:
- Ensure that each Archiver server connecting to Cloud Storage has a stable internet connection.
- Ensure that the Archiver role has enough internet bandwidth to upload video.
- Evaluate the archive storage requirements and regularly monitor the disk space available for video files.
- If required, extend the retention period of the Archiver or specific cameras.
- Review your Cloud Storage policies and ensure that you transfer video archives before the local retention period ends.
- Back up important video archives regularly.
- If required, manage the effects of Daylight Savings Time (DST) on your video archives.