How to Download and Install Blue Iris 4

Are you looking for a reliable video surveillance software that can help you keep an eye on your home or office? Look no further than Blue Iris 4. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of downloading and installing Blue Iris 4, as well as some essential settings to get you started.

First things first, make sure you have a domain host set up and running. SiteGround is a great option that already comes with Let's Encrypt Certificates. If you don't have certificates set up, you'll need to create them within your domain host. Select your domain and view the certificates section, where you'll find the IP address of your internet service provider.

Next, you'll need to create an A record in your DNS zone editor. This is usually located under Domain/DNS Zone Editor on SiteGround. Create a new A record with the hostname 'in' or 'yourdomain.com' and set it to the external IP address provided by your ISP.

After setting up your A record, you'll need to install Stunnel on your computer. This will prompt you for some basic information, such as the IP address of your Blue Iris server. Make sure to reserve the IP address of your Blue Iris server to ensure it gets the same IP every time it boots up.

Once installed, forward the HTTP port (81) and HTTPS port (443) on your computer to the MAC address or IP address of your Blue Iris server. This will allow you to access your video surveillance feed remotely.

Next, download the version of Stunnel that's suitable for your operating system. You'll need this later in SharpTools to build the URL. Create a username and password for your Blue Iris account (make sure it's secure!).

In the General tab of your Stunnel configuration, fill in the Name and Short Name fields with meaningful information. It's also a good idea to read up on HTTPS and Stunnel for a general understanding of how they work together.

Finally, un-select the option to use secure session keys and login page, as this will allow SharpTools to pass the username and password in the Media Tile. You can then enable the HTTP port (Stunnel/NGROK) and choose a port that doesn't conflict with an existing device.

That's it! With these steps, you should be able to download and install Blue Iris 4 on your computer. Remember to set up your Blue Iris software and ensure it's running smoothly before accessing your video feed remotely.

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