The term “inaccessible to the DVR” is used to denote data which the DVR no longer has access to. Sometimes this inaccessible data can be recovered, but it depends on how the video came to be inaccessible, how much recording has occurred since that time, and where the video exists in the filesystem. Learn more about how DVR Examiner is able to recover inaccessible and deleted data.
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Many DVR Examiner users find value in the ability to run a DVR scan or export unattended, so you can focus on other tasks while the program recovers vital video evidence. For DVR Examiner to successfully scan the hard drive, it is important to be sure to set your USB Power Settings correctly.
When purchasing a write blocker, the required features depend on your specific needs. However, there are some general points to keep in mind that we recommend to customers.
At the heart of DVR Examiner is its ability to read a proprietary DVR filesystem and display and extract the data contained on the device. This post touches on some of the first steps our team takes to understand how each different filesystem works.
There are several different methods commonly used when recovering video evidence from DVRs. DVR Examiner is a useful tool because it allows you to recover the video fast – usually much faster than traditional methods – and in a forensically sound manner. Still, there is no one solution for every case, and it’s important to know what to do when DVR Examiner doesn’t work as you might hope.
How does DVR Examiner work to recover deleted and inaccessible video footage? We explain the technical details of how we are able to find the footage your DVR may not even see.
There are many aspects of a DVR that will not work with traditional computer forensics. This is why we’ve created DVR Examiner to help save time and money when reviewing DVR video footage. Read more about some of the issues facing computer forensics in this post.
We have all heard the saying, “not all that glitters is gold,” and when it comes to selecting and retaining a forensic expert, you want the real deal. When you are hiring any type of expert – forensic or otherwise – you should thoroughly vet any expert you wish to retain.
Understanding what to do when you encounter a DVR in the field that isn’t working can be crucial to preserving any evidence that may exist on the device. The below list of tips and tricks can help you get a DVR up and running again. Next time you find a “non-working” DVR, follow these steps.
We took a look at how to best power off a DVR before using DVR Examiner or seizing the device, especially when the DVR doesn’t even have a shutdown option.
