Connecting a Dahua IPC to a Hikvision NVR via ONVIF: A Step-by-Step Guide
*Connecting a Dahua IPC to a Hikvision NVR via ONVIF: A Step-by-Step Guide.
1. *Locate the IP Camera*
Use a network scanning tool (e.g., **Angry IP Scanner, ONVIF Device Manager, or manufacturer’s software**) to find the camera’s IP address.
Access the camera’s web interface by entering its IP in a browser.
2. *Add an ONVIF User to the IP Camera*
Log in to the camera’s admin panel (default credentials are often *admin/admin* or **admin/password**).
Go to *User Management* or **Security Settings**.
Create a new user with *ONVIF permissions* (set username & password, e.g., `onvif_user` / `onvif123`).
3. *Adjust the IP Camera’s Network Settings*
Navigate to *Network Settings* (or **TCP/IP Configuration**).
Change the camera’s IP to match the NVR’s subnet (e.g., if NVR is `192.168.1.100`, set camera to `192.168.1.X` where **X ≠ 100**).
Set the correct *subnet mask* (usually `255.255.255.0`) and *gateway* (router/NVR IP).
Save settings and reboot the camera if needed.
4. *Connect the Camera to the NVR*
Physically connect the camera to the same network as the NVR (via PoE switch or direct port).
On the NVR, go to:
*Camera Settings* → *Manual Add* (or **IP Camera**).
Select *ONVIF* as the protocol.
Enter the camera’s **IP address**, **ONVIF username**, and **password**.
Save and wait for the NVR to detect the camera.
*Troubleshooting Tips*
If the camera isn’t detected, verify:
Both devices are on the same subnet.
ONVIF is enabled on the camera.
No firewall/port blocking (ONVIF uses **port 80, 554, or 8899**).