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Configuration

This section explains how to enable authentication and encrypted communication

over SSL (Secure Socket Layer). It provides security to help protect streaming data

transmission over the Internet.

Enable HTTPS

Select to enable HTTPS communication, then select HTTP & HTTPS or HTTPS only

for the connection method. Note that you have to create and install a certificate first

in the second column before clicking the Save button.

Create and Install Certificate Method

Before using HTTPS for communication with the camera, a certificate must be

created.

There are three ways to create and install a certificate:

Create Self-signed Certificate Automatically

1. Select this option.

2. In the first column, select Enable HTTPS secure connection, then select a

connection option: "HTTP & HTTPS" or "HTTPS only".

3. Click Save to generate a certificate.

4. The Certificate Information will automatically be displayed in the third column.

You can click Property to view detailed information about the certificate.

5. Click Live Video to return to the main page. Change the address from "http://"

to "https://" in the address bar and press Enter. Some Security Alert dialogs will

pop up. Click OK or Yes to enable HTTPS.

Create Self-signed Certificate Manually

1. Click Create to open the Create Certificate page, then click Save to generate the

certificate.

2. The Certificate Information will automatically be displayed in the third column

as shown. You can click Property to see detailed information about the

certificate.

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