Why Will My Hik-Connect Only Work On Wi-Fi?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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Even if the Hikvision i-VMS-4500 is working correctly via Wi-Fi, sometimes it simply doesn't work while connected to 3G, 4G, LTE, or even on the new 5G. Most of the time, the problem is related to

a closed (logical) port in your router, a misconfiguration in the network, or the lack of enough bandwidth

.

Why HIK-Connect is offline?

1) Open the Main Menu by clicking the Cog icon and then browse to Network > TCP/IP. 2)

Set your Preferred DNS Server so that it is the same as your IPv4 Default Gateway and set your Alternate DNS Server to 8.8. 8.8 and press Apply

. 3) To check if this has worked browse to Network > Advanced > Platform Access.

Does hikvision work without internet?

Though IP is an abbreviation for Internet Protocol,

an IP system will work perfectly fine without an internet connection

. You can view the , record to a hard drive, and search through recorded footage using just a monitor and a mouse plugged directly into the NVR.

How enable HIK-connect in mobile?

Enabling Hik-Connect Service on Web


Input the device IP address and press the Enter key on your keyboard

. Input the device user name and the device password to login. Tap Configuration – Network – Advanced Settings – Platform Access to enter the Platform Access page. Check Enable.

Why is my HIK-connect not working?


Make sure the Hik-connect service is enabled in the camera or recorder

. Check the “Configuration >> Network >> Advanced Settings >> Plataform access”. This picture shows an example with the web interface, but you can use the DVR or NVR menu as long as you open the same menus.

How can I connect my DVR without internet?

It's possible to connect to your DVR without

running the Ethernet/CAT5 cable straight to the router or modem you have on your network

. Bypassing any Local Area Network completely. If you don't have internet this method can be used.

How do I get my Hikvision DVR online?

  1. Connect a monitor and a mouse to the Hikvision DVR.
  2. Open the DVR Main Menu.
  3. Click on Configuration.
  4. Configure the IP, Subnet Mask and Gateway.
  5. Open a Web Browser and insert the DVR IP.

How do I get my CCTV back online?


Unplug the camera from the power source, and plug it back in

. Wait up to 5 minutes for the camera to restart.

Can a security camera work without WiFi?


Yes, you can set up cameras without the internet

. Many cameras are local only, recording onto local storage like a micro-SD card or hard drive.

How can I use security cameras without WiFi?

To install a wireless security camera without the internet, you simply

place it on a flat surface or mount it to a ceiling or wall

. You may also need to place a hard drive somewhere, which may connect to the camera via a cable unless it's wire-free.

How can I remotely access my security camera without internet?

Simply

power on the NVR and cameras. From there, the camera units will connect with the recorder on the system's own proprietary network

. This allows the cameras to communicate without network access. From there, you just need to connect the NVR to an HD TV or a monitor, and you will be able to view your footage.

How do I connect my Iphone to HIK?

  1. Enter your CloudP2P (also known as Guarding Vision or Hik-Connect) credentials to login to your account.
  2. Tap the plus sign in the center of the screen to add a new device via QR Code. …
  3. Use your phone's camera to scan the QR Code.

What is the server address for HIK-connect?

To do this we will navigate using the web-based GUI to Configuration >> Network >> Advanced Settings >> Platform Access and ensure that it is enabled and the “Platform Access Mode” is set to Hik-Connect, we will then ensure that the “Server Address” is ‘

dev.eu.hik-connect.com

‘ and press “Save”.

How do I reset HIK-connect?

On the Hik-Connect login page, tap Forgot Password. Tap Reset by User Name/Email Address or Reset by Mobile Phone Number. Input the user name or the email address on the Verify Account page if you select Reset by User Name or Email Address.

How can I connect CCTV without Ethernet?

What is the default IP address of HIKVision DVR?

Brand User Name IP Addressr1 HIKVision admin

192.0.0.64
Honeywell administrator no default/DHCP IOImage admin 192.168.123.10 IPX-DDK root 192.168.1.168

What is the default IP for HIKVision camera?

(the username is still admin). The default IP address for the Hikvision IP camera is

192.0. 0.64

, and you may change it to meet your local network subnet range.

What is the default IP address for HIKVision NVR?

A.

Our NVRs ship with a default IP address –

192.168. 1.108

. You will be required to login with the username and password that is set on your NVR.

Why is my camera device offline?

go offline for three main reasons:

power outages, loss of internet, or failure of the camera's components (broken parts or wires)

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Why is my camera showing offline?

There are several reasons why your camera may be offline, including

a depleted battery, high bandwidth usage, updated router settings, or wireless interference

. The camera is designed to automatically re-connect once there is internet available.

Why won't my security camera connect to my phone?


Check the security camera connection and power

. Make sure the network connection is stable by testing with other network devices. Reboot the security camera to fix issues. Reset the security camera to Its factory default.

Charlene Dyck
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Charlene Dyck
Charlene is a software developer and technology expert with a degree in computer science. She has worked for major tech companies and has a keen understanding of how computers and electronics work. Sarah is also an advocate for digital privacy and security.