4.5 Network
The NVR can be connected to the network or Internet through either fixed IP or dynamic IP by the
proper setting of the NVR and router.
Network
NETWORK TYPE
Select either STATIC IP or DHCP for dynamic IP. For proper configuration, it is recommended to
assign the NVR a DHCP address and let the NVR auto-discover all the proper network settings, and
then change the Network Type to Static IP and save the changes.
• DHCP: the NVR will automatically configure the network settings according to the current
network requirements. If DHCP is selected, click the ‘IP DETECT’ button to automatically
detect all the network settings.
• STATIC IP: manually enter all necessary network settings. While set to STATIC, the network
settings will not change when prompted by the connected DHCP router or DHCP network
device.
IP ADDRESS
Displays the NVR’s IP address. If DHCP is selected, the IP address will automatically adjust to match
the network’s requirements. If STATIC is selected, the IP address can be manually changed as
needed.
SUBNET MASK
Subnet Mask address classifies the subnet that the system belongs to. For more information, please
consult your network administrator or your Internet provider.
GATEWAY
This is the IP address of the router or gateway server. It is required when connecting to the NVR
through the external router over the Internet (from another network). For more information, consult
your network administrator or your Internet provider.
DNS SERVER
Enter the IP address of the Domain Name Server. Input the DNS Server information to use DDNS,
Email Notifications and NTP Server. For more information, please consult your network
administrator or your Internet provider.
TCP/IP PORT