Which devices require a Hardware Device License in Milestone XProtect?

The need for a Hardware Device License in Milestone XProtect is fundamentally tied to how the software interacts with different hardware components. An IP camera and a video encoder fall under this licensing requirement because they are primary sources of video streams in the system.

When you add an IP camera to a Milestone XProtect installation, it necessitates a license because the software must manage and record the video being captured. Similarly, video encoders convert analog video signals into digital formats compatible with XProtect, also requiring a license for proper functionality.

In the context of the Milestone ecosystem, each unique device that delivers video footage or processes video data through the XProtect platform entails a licensing fee, thereby ensuring the software's full functionality and support for hardware integration. The integration of both IP cameras and video encoders is essential for systems that require versatile video sources, and hence, both devices contribute to the necessity for a hardware device license.