How To Reset Dahua Dvr Nvr Password
How to Reset Dahua DVR NVR Password in 3 Easy Steps
If you have a Dahua DVR or NVR and you forgot your admin password, don't worry, you can reset it easily and quickly. In this article, we will show you how to reset Dahua DVR NVR password in 3 easy steps, using different methods that work for most models and firmware versions.
How To Reset Dahua Dvr Nvr Password
Resetting your Dahua DVR NVR password will allow you to access your device and change the settings, view the recordings, or add new cameras. However, before resetting your password, make sure you have access to your email account, a monitor and a mouse connected to your device, and a QR code reader app on your mobile phone.
Step 1: Scan a QR code and reset by email
The first method to reset Dahua DVR NVR password is to scan a QR code and reset by email. This method works only if you have set up an email recovery option on your device during the initialization process. If you have not done so, you can skip this step and try the other methods.
To scan a QR code and reset by email, follow these steps:
On your monitor, right-click with your mouse and select "Main Menu".
On the login screen, click on the "Forgot Password" button.
A QR code will appear on the screen. Scan it with your QR code reader app on your mobile phone.
You will be redirected to a web page where you need to enter your email address that you have registered on your device.
Check your email inbox for a verification code that will be sent to you by Dahua.
Enter the verification code on the web page and click on "Next".
You will be able to create a new password for your device. Make sure it is strong and secure.
Go back to your monitor and enter the new password on the login screen.
You have successfully reset your Dahua DVR NVR password by email.
Step 2: Reset by using a reset code
The second method to reset Dahua DVR NVR password is to use a reset code. This method works only for devices that have firmware versions lower than 4.0. If you have a newer firmware version, you can skip this step and try the other methods.
To reset by using a reset code, follow these steps:
On your monitor, right-click with your mouse and select "Main Menu".
On the login screen, enter an incorrect password several times until a pop-up window appears with a serial number and a date.
Write down the serial number and the date shown on the screen.
Contact Dahua technical support by phone or email and provide them with the serial number and the date. They will generate a reset code for you based on this information.
Enter the reset code on the login screen and click on "OK".
You will be able to create a new password for your device. Make sure it is strong and secure.
You have successfully reset your Dahua DVR NVR password by using a reset code.
Step 3: Reset by using the reset button
The third method to reset Dahua DVR NVR password is to use the reset button. This method works for most models and firmware versions of Dahua devices. However, not all devices have a physical reset button on the motherboard. You need to open up your device and check if there is one.
To reset by using the reset button, follow these steps:
Power off your device and disconnect it from the power source.
Open up your device and locate the reset button on the motherboard. It should be a black circle that can be pressed.
Press and hold the reset button with a pin or a needle.
Power on your device while still holding the reset button.
Keep holding the reset button for about 30 seconds or until you see the startup wizard on the screen.
Release the reset button and follow the instructions on the screen to set up your device.
You have successfully reset your Dahua DVR NVR password by using the reset button.
Note: If you use this method, all your settings and data will be erased from your device. You will need to reconfigure your device and add new cameras after resetting it.
Troubleshooting Tips for Dahua DVR NVR Password Reset
If you encounter any problems or difficulties while resetting your Dahua DVR NVR password, here are some tips that may help you:
Make sure you have access to your email account that you have registered on your device. If you have forgotten your email password, you need to recover it first before resetting your Dahua DVR NVR password by email.
Make sure you have a QR code reader app on your mobile phone that can scan the QR code shown on the screen. If you don't have one, you can download one from the app store or the Google Play store.
Make sure you enter the correct verification code or reset code that you receive from Dahua or their technical support. If you don't receive any code, check your spam or junk folder in your email inbox.
Make sure you enter the new password correctly and confirm it twice. The password should be at least 8 characters long and contain uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
Make sure you write down or remember your new password and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your password again, you will need to repeat the reset process.
How to Change Dahua DVR NVR Password
If you want to change your Dahua DVR NVR password after resetting it, you can do so by following these steps:
On your monitor, right-click with your mouse and select "Main Menu".
Login with your new password.
Select "System" from the settings menu.
Select "Account" from the left-hand side menu.
Select "Modify" next to the admin username.
Check the box for "Modify Password".
Enter your old password and your new password twice.
Select "Save" and exit the menu.
You have successfully changed your Dahua DVR NVR password.
Note: You can also change the password for other users or add new users by using the same menu. However, you need to have admin privileges to do so.
How to Reset Dahua DVR NVR Password Remotely
If you want to reset your Dahua DVR NVR password remotely, without having access to your monitor and mouse, you can do so by using a mobile app or a web browser. However, this method requires that your device is connected to the internet and that you have enabled the P2P or DDNS service on your device.
To reset your Dahua DVR NVR password remotely, follow these steps:
Download and install the DMSS app on your mobile phone or tablet. You can find it on the app store or the Google Play store.
Open the DMSS app and tap on the "Me" icon at the bottom right corner of the screen.
Tap on "Device Manager" and then tap on the "+" icon at the top right corner of the screen.
Select "SN/Scan" and scan the QR code on your device or enter the serial number manually.
Enter a name for your device and tap on "Next".