Is Your Amcrest Security Camera Storage Full?
It can be incredibly frustrating when you check your Amcrest security camera footage, only to find that it stopped recording hours or even days ago. A "Storage Full" error is one of the most common issues users face, but the good news is that it's usually straightforward to resolve. Whether you're using a local microSD card or an Amcrest Cloud subscription, this guide will walk you through the necessary steps to get your camera recording again and help you manage your storage effectively.
This guide will help you understand why your storage is full, how to fix it, and how to prevent it from happening again in the future.
Common Causes of Amcrest Storage Issues
Before we dive into the solutions, it's helpful to understand what might be causing the problem. Identifying the root cause can help you choose the right fix and prevent future headaches.
- Continuous Recording: Your camera might be set to record 24/7, which consumes a significant amount of storage space very quickly.
- Overwrite Disabled: The setting that allows the camera to record over the oldest footage might be turned off, causing recordings to stop once the storage is full.
- High-Resolution Settings: Recording in 4K or high-resolution with a high frame rate uses much more space than lower-quality settings.
- Incorrect SD Card: Using a non-compatible or faulty microSD card can lead to recording and storage errors.
- Firmware Glitches: Outdated firmware can sometimes cause bugs related to storage management.
How to Fix Amcrest Storage Full Problems: A Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these steps to diagnose and resolve the storage full error on your Amcrest camera. We recommend following them in order for the best results.
1. Enable Loop Recording (Overwrite)
This is the most crucial setting for managing local storage. When enabled, your camera will automatically delete the oldest recordings to make space for new ones, ensuring you never miss a moment due to a full SD card.
- Using the Amcrest View Pro App: Open the app, select your camera, and go to Device Settings. Navigate to Storage or SD Card and ensure the Overwrite or Loop Recording option is toggled ON.
- Using the Web Interface: Access your camera's web UI through its IP address. Go to Setup > Storage > Schedule. Here, you can find options to manage your disk and ensure that it's set to overwrite when full.
2. Adjust Your Recording Schedule
If you don't need 24/7 surveillance, switching to motion-activated recording is the most effective way to save space. This tells the camera to only record when it detects movement.
- In your camera's settings via the app or web interface, find the Recording Schedule or Event Detection menu.
- Disable General or Continuous recording.
- Enable Motion Detection recording. You can also set up a schedule so that it only records on motion during specific hours (e.g., at night or when you're away).
3. Format Your MicroSD Card
Sometimes, the file system on your SD card can become corrupted, leading to storage errors. Formatting the card will erase all data and fix these issues. Warning: This will delete all existing footage on the card.
- Go to the Storage or SD Card settings in your Amcrest app or web interface.
- Select the Format option and confirm. The process may take a few minutes.
- Once complete, your camera will start recording to the newly formatted card.
4. Check Your Amcrest Cloud Storage
If you're a cloud subscriber, ensure your plan has not run out of storage or expired.
- Log in to your Amcrest Cloud account.
- Review your current subscription plan and storage usage.
- If you're out of space, you may need to upgrade your plan or manually delete old, unnecessary recordings to free up space for new ones.
5. Update Your Camera's Firmware
Firmware updates often include bug fixes and performance improvements, which can resolve underlying issues with storage management.
- In the Amcrest View Pro app or web UI, go to the System or Device Info section.
- Check for a new firmware version. If one is available, follow the on-screen instructions to download and install it.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve any "Storage Full" errors and optimise your Amcrest camera's recording setup for reliable, long-term performance.