Abstract: A video security system configured for simplified cluster join is disclosed. The video security system includes a video management server device that internally includes at least one non-volatile storage medium initially storing incomplete portions of first and second computer readable instructions that entirely define server components that provide first and second operational supports for first and second video cameras. The video management server device is configured to communicate with the first and second video cameras over at least one local area network path. The video management server device is also configured to communicate with a package sourcing entity to transmit information about the incomplete portions to the package sourcing entity.