
A System can refer to a group of merged servers or to a single server. These two portions of DW Spectrum® IPVMS coordinate to comprise a System. Instead, it is recommended that users install the DW Spectrum Client software on a separate computer from the DW Spectrum Media Server computer to save on processing.

The Client is helpful for accessing the Media Server, but is not required to remain running for the Media Server to do its job. Some features include allowing users to configure settings, view live and recorded video, and manage device connections.

The media server is responsible for the recording, contains the database information of your added cameras and user profiles, and is arguably the most important aspect of the DW Spectrum® IPVMS platform.
