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5.2 Local Access
The camera can be accessed by the local IP address listed in Main Menu->Setting->Network->TCP/IP. To
ensure the IP here is on the same subnet as the router, we recommend enabling the DHCP option first
and rebooting. In order to access the NVR consistently we recommend setting the IP to static by
unchecking the DHCP option. Using a static IP means the IP address will not change and the web page
can be saved as a bookmark for easy access.
5.3 Remote Access
There are two main methods for setting up remote access: UPnP and port forwarding.
5.3.1 UPnP
UPnP is the simpler way to setup remote access. In Main Menu->Setting->Network->UPnP check the box
to enable it. Once enabled, the NVR will communicate with the router to allow access to it from remote
networks. The status will change from "Searching" to "Success" when it has finished configuring. The
NVR can now be accessed via the external IP or DDNS from a remote network.
We recommend connecting to the NVR via DDNS as external IPs change on most networks. The DDNS
feature must be enabled in Main Menu->Setting->Network->DDNS. Further information on this can be
found in section 4.11.1.4 of this manual.
Important:
Many internet providers block port 80 for security reasons. Since this is the default HTTP port for
the NVR, we recommend changing it in Main Menu->Setting->Network->Connection. Once it has
been changed, the UPnP service rule must be changed to match. Double click the HTTP service
rule on the UPnP page to edit the port number.
For UPnP to work, your router must support it. Most new routers do support this but sometimes it
needs to be enabled in its' settings. Please check with the router's manufacturer to see if it
supports UPnP and how to enable it.
5.3.2 Port Forwarding
The port forwarding method can be more difficult as it requires changing settings in your router.
First the NVR needs to have a static IP. The NVR is set to DHCP by default and already has the
appropriate information. Simply navigate to Main Menu->Setting->Network->TCP/IP and uncheck the
DHCP option.
The next recommended step is to change the HTTP Port. Most internet providers block the default HTTP
Port 80 for security reasons. To change the HTTP Port, go to Main Menu->Setting->Network->Connection.
The port can be anything between 1~65535 but we recommend using one between 1025~65535 to avoid
any conflicts.
This step will vary depending on your router and network setup. We recommend checking out the Port
Forwarding Guides at http://portforward.com. The only ports that are required to be forwarded are the
HTTP Port using the TCP protocol, TCP Port using the TCP protocol, and UDP Port using the UDP
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