How much network bandwidth do Alarm.com video devices use?

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This operational reference is organized for GoSafer Security customers and staff. Alarm.com product names are retained where required for technical accuracy.
Overview
For the latest video devices, the minimum requirement is 2 Mbps of upload speed per video device for consistent performance at reduced quality.
To test the network and determine how many video devices your internet connection can support, see Perform an Internet speed test.
  
    
Platform
General / Device
    
Content type
FAQ / Explanation
    
Source last updated
2026-04-17
  
Procedure
When a video device uses bandwidth
Alarm.com video devices do not consume any bandwidth unless they are uploading recorded video clips or someone is actively looking at live video or SVR recorded footage.
Even when in use, the video device cannot consume all available bandwidth because routers allocate bandwidth fairly among all the devices that are on the network (e.g., computers, tablets, etc.).
Devices/features requiring additional bandwidth include
HD video streaming
Two-Way Audio for cameras
Stream Video Recorder integration
Doorbell cameras
Important: The SkyBell Doorbell Camera requires at least 2 Mbps of upload speed per device. For more information about the network requirements for the SkyBell Doorbell Camera, see What are the network requirements of the SkyBell Doorbell Cameras?.
The Alarm.com Video Doorbell (ADC-VDB770) and Wireless Video Doorbell (ADC-VDB780B) require at least 2.5 Mbps of upload speed per device.
Source and support
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Original Alarm.com reference: https://answers.alarm.com/Customer/Website_and_App/Video/Video_Settings/How_much_network_bandwidth_do_Alarm.com_video_devices_use
Always verify safety, installation, compatibility, and current UI details against the original manufacturer documentation before operational use.