What is the initial step to add a new camera to an existing XProtect system?

To successfully add a new camera to an existing XProtect system, the initial step is to open the Management Client and select the camera device type. This action is crucial because the Management Client serves as the primary interface for configuring the entire system, including the addition of new devices such as cameras. By selecting the camera device type, the user can proceed with the appropriate configurations and settings specific to the new camera, ensuring it integrates smoothly into the existing system architecture.

The need to open the Management Client is foundational, as it is the tool that allows system administrators to manage and set up various components of the XProtect system. After this initial step, further configurations can be made, such as entering camera details, adjusting settings, and establishing connections to the video management system.

While other options may be relevant in the context of system management, they do not represent the first necessary step for the task at hand. Deactivating existing cameras or performing a system reset would disrupt the current setup, and updating the software version, while sometimes necessary, is not a prerequisite for adding a new camera. Therefore, selecting the camera device type directly after accessing the Management Client is the correct approach to initiate the process of adding a new camera.