Upgrading IP Cams via NVR?

[pteps]

Hi,

I have the following setup consisting of one nvr, one mini dome cam and two turret cam as follows:
1x Hikvision DS-7608NI-I2/8P NVR
1x Hikvision DS-2CD2545FWD-I
2x Hikvision DS-2CD2385G1-I

The cams connect directly to the nvr and sit on it own network or subnet

 

[Dan]

Hi @pteps

If all your cameras are directly connected to the PoE ports on the NVR you will need to enable Virtual Host to be able to login to each camera and update the firmware.

How-to: - How do I use a Hikvision NVR's "Virtual Host" feature?

One of the most successful selling points of a Hikvision NVR to many small-setup customers is the "Plug and Play" functionality that simplifies the setup process of their surveillance system. However, plugging a camera directly into a port on the NVR, unfortunately, does not allow you to access...

forum.use-ip.co.uk

 

[pteps]

Hi @pteps

If all your cameras are directly connected to the PoE ports on the NVR you will need to enable Virtual Host to be able to login to each camera and update the firmware.

How-to: - How do I use a Hikvision NVR's "Virtual Host" feature?

One of the most successful selling points of a Hikvision NVR to many small-setup customers is the "Plug and Play" functionality that simplifies the setup process of their surveillance system. However, plugging a camera directly into a port on the NVR, unfortunately, does not allow you to access...

forum.use-ip.co.uk

Thanks Dan - This is what I am looking for I will give it a go and let you know how I get on.

 

[pteps]

Hi @pteps

If all your cameras are directly connected to the PoE ports on the NVR you will need to enable Virtual Host to be able to login to each camera and update the firmware.

How-to: - How do I use a Hikvision NVR's "Virtual Host" feature?

One of the most successful selling points of a Hikvision NVR to many small-setup customers is the "Plug and Play" functionality that simplifies the setup process of their surveillance system. However, plugging a camera directly into a port on the NVR, unfortunately, does not allow you to access...

forum.use-ip.co.uk

Hi Dan - This worked for me I was able to upgrade my mini dome cam just now, appreciate the help.