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The affected 2026 Synology camera models listed as requiring a Surveillance Device License are the BC800Z, BC510, and TC510. The BC800Z is the higher-end 8MP model with PoE connectivity, optical zoom coverage, longer night vision range, IP66/IP67/IK10 protection, a 5-year warranty, and additional analytics such as License Plate Recognition and Smoke Detection. The BC510 and TC510 are 5MP PoE cameras, offered in bullet and turret designs respectively, with 2880×1620 resolution, 30 FPS video, a 110° horizontal field of view, 30 m night vision, people and vehicle detection, intrusion detection, a

Since the official global rollout begins on June 16, 2026, immediate manual installation is possible, but general users may want to wait for the automatic staged rollout concluding in August. The addition of complex under-the-hood changes, such as simultaneous data deduplication and compression for mechanical drives (Storage Efficiency) and the introduction of local AI frameworks (DSM Agent), means that early builds could present unforeseen stability risks. For mission-critical environments or production servers, a cautious approach is advised, allowing the initial wave of early adopters to en