a Camera to a Dahua NVR via a PoE Switch
To connect your Dahua cameras to a Dahua NVR using a PoE (Power over Ethernet) switch, follow these straightforward steps:
Pre-Setup:
- Ensure all cameras are connected to the PoE switch.
- Connect the PoE switch to your modem.
- Make sure your PC is connected to the same modem, either via Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Download and Install ConfigTool:
- Download the Dahua ConfigTool from the following link: Download ConfigTool.
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Open ConfigTool:
- Launch the ConfigTool application. It should display the connected cameras on the PoE switch, along with other devices on the network.
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Activate Cameras:
- If the cameras require activation, choose each camera and set the same password as your NVR for consistency.
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Connect the NVR to the PoE Switch:
- Take the LAN cable that connects to the NVR and plug it into one of the PoE ports on the switch.
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Verify Camera Connection:
- You should see the cameras listed as connected to the NVR. Note down their IP addresses, subnet masks, and gateways.
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Reconnect the NVR:
- Disconnect the LAN cable from the PoE port of the NVR and reconnect it back to the LAN port of the NVR.
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Confirm Camera Visibility:
- Check the camera list again in your NVR interface. Ensure the cameras connected to the PoE switch are listed. The IP address of the NVR must be in the same range as the cameras (for example, 192.168.0.XXX, where the last three digits can differ). The gateway and subnet should match those of the cameras.
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Add Cameras to the NVR:
- Access the NVR interface and manually add the cameras by entering their IP addresses, along with the username (admin) and the password you set during activation.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you should successfully connect your Dahua cameras to the Dahua NVR via a PoE switch. This setup allows for efficient power management and video data transmission.
If you have further questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out!