Password Security: Securing Hikvision DVR, NVR and IP Camera

Guidelines to ensure the security of passwords on Hikvision DVR, NVR and IP Cameras:

• Complex passwords – Upper Case Letters + Lower Case Letters + Numbers
• Do not use the same password on other websites, systems and devices
• Log into the camera through the web browser
• Follow pop-ups to install the plug-in or allow it to run on your browser
• Configuration >> Basic Configuration >> Security
• Highlight the desired user and click the ‘Modify’ button
• Enter the new password (strong password is recommended)

Steps to change default password on Hikvision DVR/NVR

• Go to Main Menu >> Configuration >> User
• Select the desired user and click ‘Edit’ icon
• Input the old password
• Check change password box
• Input the new password (complex password is highly recommended)
• Confirm the new password

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