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How I Factory Reset a Hikvision Smart Managed PoE Switch (2026 Guide)

How to Factory Reset Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch

How to hard reset Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch – If your Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch isn’t working properly or you just want to start fresh, performing a factory reset can help. In this guide, you’ll learn how to perform a factory reset on a Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch in a simple, beginner-friendly way.

Resetting the device to factory settings is useful for fixing configuration errors, forgotten login passwords, or unstable network settings.

I Finally Accessed My Hikvision DVR/NVR From a Web Browser — Here’s How (2026 Guide)

How to access Hikvision DVR/NVR from a web browser – A few days ago, I received a call from a customer complaining that their Hikvision DVR wouldn’t open in their app. After further discussion, the problem was that the customer had removed the device from the Hik-Connect app. Since the customer was out of town, I visited the location to inspect the system. When I arrived, I found that the DVR was not connected to the monitor. However, I found a way to open it using a web browser.

This guide of mine will explain to you in detail how to access Hikvision DVR from a web browser.

How I Set Up a Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch Before Using It with Hikvision Cameras

Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch Quick Setup

How to set up a hikvision Smart Managed PoE Switch from scratch – Yesterday, I just received an order for a Hikvision Smart Managed PoE switch, along with setup instructions. Unlike unmanaged PoE, managed PoE requires activation before it can be used. In this guide, we’ll cover how to quickly set up a Hikvision Smart Managed PoE switch in an easy-to-follow manner—even if you’re a beginner.

Whether you’re installing IP cameras, access points, or a small office network, this step-by-step guide will help you get everything up and running fast.

Complete Hikvision and HiLook Error Code List: Meanings, Causes, and Fixes

If you are a Hikvision CCTV system user and suddenly get an error message that doesn’t make sense, you are not alone. Hikvision error codes can seem confusing at first, especially when they appear in the Hik-Connect app or the NVR/NVR interface. The good news is: most of them are actually easy to understand once you know what they mean.

In this guide, I will list the most common Hikvision error codes, their causes, and how to fix them.

No Live View Hikvision Camera in Web Browser, This is How I Solve this Problem (Guide 2026)

How to Fix No Live View on Hikvision Camera in Chrome Browser

No live view on Hikvision camera in browser – Are you seeing a “Please click here to download and install the plug-in. Close the browser when installing the plug-in” message or a blank screen when trying to access your Hikvision camera in Google Chrome? You’re not alone. This is a common issue caused by browser compatibility changes and outdated plugins.

In this guide, you will learn how to fix the issue of Hikvision camera not showing live view in web browser based on personal experience and hands-on practice.

Hikvision DS-3E1518P-EI/M 16-Port Gigabit Smart Managed PoE Switch: Review, Specs & Features

Hikvision 16-Port Gigabit Smart Managed PoE Switch – If you’re looking for a reliable PoE switch for CCTV or office networking, the Hikvision DS-3E1518P-EI/M is one of the most popular choices. In this review, we’ll outline its features, performance, pros and cons, and whether it’s worth buying in 2026.

Designed by Hikvision, this smart managed switch is built for stable and efficient network distribution—especially for IP camera systems.

How I Connected My EZVIZ Camera to a Hikvision DVR So I Could View It on a Larger Screen

How to Connect an EZVIZ Camera to a Hikvision DVR/NVR

Some users have asked me whether EZVIZ cameras can be connected to Hikvision DVRs and NVRs. The answer is yes. As a Wi-Fi camera, EZVIZ also has an IP address that can be used for communication between devices, just like most IP cameras. So, you can use that IP address to connect the camera to a Hikvision NVR or DVR and view the footage.

In this guide I’ve written, you’ll see how I connect an EZVIZ camera to a Hikvision NVR or DVR.

Why Can’t I Unbind Hikvision NVR, DVR, and IP Cameras? Follow These Steps—It’s Guaranteed to Work

Unbind Hikvision DVR NVR Using SADP Tool

SADP Tool and HiTools Delivery are software programs provided by Hikvision to users for configuring NVRs, DVRs, and IP cameras—such as changing passwords, changing IP addresses, unbinding devices, and resetting passwords. However, following a system update, specifically regarding the unbinding process, some models can no longer be unbound using SADP Tool and HiTools Delivery. If you are unable to unbind a Hikvision device using these two software tools, there are other alternatives you can try.

In this post, I’ll explain why I can’t unbind NVD, DVR, and IP cameras using the SADP Tools and HiTools Delivery software.

HiLookVision vs Hik-Connect: Key Differences and Which One is Better (2026 Guide)

HilookVision vs Hik-Connect – After years as security camera technicians, we’ve encountered many applications. We’ve had to install and uninstall several CCTV applications to determine which ones are best. The key to a CCTV camera application is its ease of use.

In this article, we will discuss two of the most popular CCTV camera applications, namely HiLookVision and Hik-Connect.

I Unbind the Hikvision IP Camera Remotely Using the Hik-Partner Pro App—It Was Very Helpful

Unbind Hikvision IP Cameras Remotely Using Hik-Partner Pro

Almost every month, I receive requests to unbind Hikvision devices—including IP cameras, NVRs, and DVRs—from users who live far from where I live. Since I’m a verified technician on the Hik-Partner Pro app, I can perform the unbind remotely from anywhere. As a CCTV camera technician, I find this feature extremely helpful because

This is my experience with remotely unbinding a Hikvision IP camera. If you need my help, I’m happy to assist.

Hikvision iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT 8-Channel DVR with Two-Way Audio – Specs, Features & Price

Hikvision iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT DVR Two-Way audio – Hikvision continues to amaze with its security camera innovations. Their latest DVR, the iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT, now supports two-way audio—a feature previously limited to Wi-Fi cameras. This allows users to talk from their mobile phones to analog CCTV cameras.

Below are detailed photos of the Hikvision iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT DVR taken during a real-world installation based on our own experience.