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Setting up your DVR for Remote Connectivity
Accessing your DVR within a local network (LAN)
You can connect to your DVR over the local area network (LAN). It is recommended to
confirm connectivity over a local network before setting up your DVR for Internet
connectivity.
NOTE: To complete the steps below, your computer must be on the same network as your DVR.
NOTE:
Except where noted, the instructions below are the same for PC and Mac.
Step 1 of 3: Connect your DVR to the Local Area Network
1 Power off your DVR by turning the power switch to .
2 Connect an Ethernet cabl
e (included) to the LAN port on the rear panel of the DVR. Connect
the other end of the Ethernet cable to a router or switch on your network.
3 Turn the power switch to I t
o power the DVR back on.
ROUTER
(Not Included)
COMPUTER
(Not Included)
(not required
for local
viewing)
INTERNET
Ethernet Cable (included)
8-channel model shown
Step 2 of 3: Obtain the DVR’s Local IP Address
1 Press the PTZ/ button on the front panel of the DVR to open the System Information
window.
DVR IP address
HTTP Port