Chapter 1 Overview; Introduction; Running Environment - HIKVISION Hik IP Receiver Pro User Manual

1.1 Introduction

As a protocol converter, the Hik IP Receiver Pro connects devices and ARC (alarm receiving center)
for data transmission, through LAN or WAN.
You can add devices (including AX Pro security control panel, network camera, NVR, and DVR)
managed on the Hik-ProConnect to the Hik IP Receiver Pro to integrate them to the ARC through
Sur-Gard protocol, Ademco 685 protocol, Manitou protocol, or SBN protocol. After correct
configurations on the Hik IP Receiver Pro and the ARC, the Hik IP Receiver Pro can receive and
transmit alarms and alarm-related videos from devices on the Hik IP Receiver Pro to the ARC for
notification and video verification.
This manual guides you to configure the Hik IP Receiver Pro. To ensure a proper usage and stability
of the Hik IP Receiver Pro, refer to the contents below and read the manual carefully before
installation and operation.

1.2 Running Environment

The following is recommended system requirement for running the Hik IP Receiver Pro.
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows Server 2012 R2 (64-bit) / Windows Server 2016 (64-
bit)
Note
For Windows Server 2012 R2 (64-bit), the patch KB2999226 is required to be installed.
CPU
Intel Core i5-7500 @ 3.0 GHz, four-core or above
RAM
8 GB or above
NIC
Gigabit-NIC with latest driver
Hik IP Receiver Pro User Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

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