Dahua Surveillance Network Configuration Guide215

Network configuration is essential for ensuring the proper functioning of surveillance systems. This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions on how to configure your Dahua surveillance network, including settings for IP addresses, network protocols, and port forwarding.

Prerequisites
Dahua surveillance camera or recorder
Network router or switch
Ethernet cable
Computer with access to the network

Step 1: Physical Setup

Connect the surveillance camera or recorder to the router or switch using an Ethernet cable. Power on the device and wait for it to boot up.

Step 2: Accessing the Network Configuration

To access the network configuration settings, you will need to use the device's web interface. Open a web browser on your computer and type in the IP address of the device. The default IP address is typically 192.168.1.108.

Enter the default username and password (admin/admin) to log in.

Step 3: IP Address Configuration

Once you are logged in, click on the "Network" tab in the side menu. Under the "Basic Settings" section, you will see the IP address settings.

If you want to use a static IP address, select "Manual" from the "IP Address Obtain Mode" drop-down menu. Enter the desired IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.

If you want to use a dynamic IP address, select "DHCP" from the "IP Address Obtain Mode" drop-down menu.

Step 4: Network Protocol Configuration

Under the "Advanced Settings" section in the "Network" tab, you will find the network protocol settings.

Select TCP/IP as the protocol type. You can also configure other settings such as DNS servers and HTTP port.

Step 5: Port Forwarding

Port forwarding is necessary to allow remote access to the surveillance system. You will need to configure port forwarding on your router or switch.

Log in to your router's web interface and find the port forwarding section. Create a new port forwarding rule that maps the external port (e.g., 80) to the internal IP address of the surveillance device and the internal port (e.g., 80).

Step 6: Testing the Connection

Once you have configured the network settings and port forwarding, you can test the connection by accessing the device remotely.

From a remote computer, open a web browser and type in the external IP address of your router. You should be able to access the device's web interface using the external port you configured earlier.

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined in this guide, you should be able to successfully configure your Dahua surveillance network. Proper network configuration is essential for ensuring the security and reliability of your surveillance system.

2024-12-29

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