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Spring cleaning your CandidHD camera system improves image quality, prolongs hardware life, and keeps storage organized. Follow this full step-by-step guide to clean, inspect, and maintain your CandidHD cameras, mounts, and recordings safely.

2.4 Remove Non-CandidHD Content

• Scripts, readmes, thumbnails, .DS_Store, Thumbs.db.

find . -name ".DS_Store" -delete
find . -name "Thumbs.db" -delete

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Storage & recordings

1. Archive older footage to external drives or cloud storage based on your retention policy.
2. Verify scheduled backups are running and test restore of one archived file.
3. Clean up unnecessary files and consolidate recordings to reduce fragmentation.
4. Run disk health diagnostics on NVRs; replace failing drives proactively.

Environmental & seasonal prep

1. Trim foliage near outdoor cameras to prevent obstruction and insect nests.
2. Apply silicone grease to O-rings or seals if recommended by manufacturer.
3. Add or inspect weatherproofing (gaskets, sealant) on outdoor junction boxes and housings.