I Fixed an EZVIZ Camera That Wouldn’t Record—”Storage Media Exception”—in Just a Few Minutes

Ezviz Camera Storage Media Exception and Status Abnormal

EZVIZ camera not recording, displays a Storage Media Exception or Abnormal message – Ezviz cameras are reliable for home and office security, but like all devices, they can occasionally run into problems. One common issue users face is the storage media exception or abnormal error. This typically occurs when the camera cannot properly read or write to its SD card or internal storage. Fortunately, the fix is usually straightforward.

In this guide, we’ll cover what causes this problem and the step-by-step methods to resolve it quickly.

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What Is the Sleep Mode Feature on EZVIZ Cameras? Explanation, Functions, and How to Enable It

EZVIZ Camera Activate Sleep Mode

Everyone may want some privacy at certain times. For example, if you install a camera in a sensitive area, such as a bedroom, you’ll want the camera to stream and record when you’re away from home at work. However, when you’re at home, you’ll want the camera to stop streaming and recording. By enabling the sleep mode feature, you can set up a scenario like that.

In this guide, I’ll explain how to enable sleep mode and show examples of what the camera display looks like when sleep mode is enabled.

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I Disabled the EZVIZ Camera’s Encryption Password So I Can More Easily Share the Camera with Another Phone

How to Disable EZVIZ Camera Encryption Password

EZVIZ cameras have an excellent security system. One of their security features is an encryption password. This prevents the camera from being accessed on another phone until this encryption password is entered. By default, the EZVIZ camera’s encryption password is enabled. If you share the camera with another phone, the app will typically display “The Device is Locked.” If the recipient does not enter the encryption password, the camera cannot be accessed.

If you find this feature annoying, you can disable it through the camera settings in the EZVIZ app. In this article, you’ll find instructions on how to disable the EZVIZ camera’s encryption password.

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How Do You Set Up the EZVIZ H8c 4G Camera and Connect It to Your Phone? Here’s a Guide You Can Read

The EZVIZ H8c 4G camera relies on a cellular network. As a result, its setup is slightly different from that of EZVIZ cameras that use a Wi-Fi network. EZVIZ 4G cameras generally do not support direct connection to a Wi-Fi network, unless the camera has an RJ45 port that can be used to connect directly to an internet router.

In this guide, I’ll explain how to set up the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera and connect it to your phone.

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EZVIZ Camera Verification Code is Lost, How to Find It?

Finding the EZVIZ Camera Verification Code

Where to find the EZVIZ camera verification code – The EZVIZ camera verification code serves as a critical security credential. It also functions as the device’s default password. If this verification code is lost or unavailable, you may encounter difficulties when attempting to connect the EZVIZ camera to external systems—such as an NVR—or when accessing its live stream via an RTSP URL.

Below is a comprehensive guide on how to recover the verification code for a lost or inaccessible EZVIZ camera.

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My EZVIZ Camera Was Glare When Facing the Door—Here’s How I Fixed It Quickly, in Just a Few Minutes

EZVIZ Camera WDR (Wide Dynamic Range) Settings

If your EZVIZ camera image is glare-affected, it doesn’t mean the camera is malfunctioning. Most of these issues are caused by incorrect installation. EZVIZ cameras are sensitive when mounted facing an exit. If the room is dark and the area outside the door is brighter, this causes the camera’s view to be affected by glare. EZVIZ customers often report this issue to us.

In this article, I’ll explain the easiest way to fix the issue of the EZVIZ camera feed appearing glare in the app.

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I Changed the EZVIZ Camera’s IP Address from DHCP to Static—It Turned Out to Be Very Easy

EZVIZ Camera IP Address Static Settings

I rarely change the IP address of my EZVIZ camera to a static one, unless I want to connect it to a DVR or NVR. This is because if an EZVIZ camera is connected to a DVR or NVR without changing its IP address to a static one, the IP address will keep changing, causing the camera’s connection to the DVR or NVR to be lost. You’ll then have to reconfigure the camera using the new IP address. However, if the EZVIZ camera isn’t connected to any other devices, there’s no need to set the IP address to static.

For those of you looking for a way to set the EZVIZ camera’s IP address to static, this article I’ve written will explain the process in detail.

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How Do I Delete All Recordings on My EZVIZ Camera? I Did It in Just a Few Minutes

EZVIZ Camera Delete File Recording Video

Can recordings stored on an EZVIZ camera be deleted? Yes, you can delete stored recordings at any time. Deleting a recording means you will no longer be able to play it back. Once a recording is deleted, the camera will start recording again from the current time. Permanently deleted recordings cannot be recovered. If you have any important recordings, be sure to back them up first before deleting them.

In this article, I’ll show you the steps to properly delete recordings stored on an EZVIZ camera.

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How I Set Up My EZVIZ Camera to Record Continuously 24 Hours a Day, Every Day

EZVIZ Camera 24 Hour Recording Settings

Some EZVIZ camera users have asked me why their camera recordings are choppy. This happens because they are using motion-activated recording mode instead of 24-hour recording mode. By default, EZVIZ cameras use motion-activated recording mode. If you select this mode, the camera will only record when it detects motion in front of it. If no motion is detected, the camera will not record.

This guide I’ve written will explain Event Recording and 24-Hour Recording on EZVIZ cameras and how to enable 24-Hour Recording.

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How I Configured My EZVIZ 4G Network Camera to Get Internet Access From a SIM Card

After purchasing an EZVIZ 4G camera, the first thing users will likely look for is a guide on how to connect the camera to the internet using a SIM card. As the name suggests, the EZVIZ 4G camera does not use Wi-Fi as its internet connection; instead, it uses a SIM card installed in the camera. Some EZVIZ 4G camera models require settings adjustments, such as configuring the APN. Please note that the EZVIZ 4G camera cannot use Wi-Fi for internet access.

In this article, I’ll explain how to configure the internet connection on the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera.

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EZVIZ Camera Default IP Address, Username and Password, How to Find It?

EZVIZ Camera Default IP Address, Username and Password

EZVIZ camera default IP address, username and password – EZVIZ cameras are smart cameras that connect directly to the nearest Wi-Fi network at the camera’s installation location for online access. Users can also connect the camera to a recording device.

Below is an explanation of the default IP address, username and password of the EZVIZ camera.

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