How to Add IPC with PoE Function to NVR? (Detailed Operation Guide)

This document describes in detail how to add IPC (IP Cameras) with PoE function to an NVR that supports PoE. Two methods are available: Manual mode and Plug-and-Play mode.

Before using Plug-and-Play mode, ensure that the IPC camera password is the same as the NVR password. If not, please set the camera password to 12345.

Note: Plug-and-Play mode only works when the IPC is directly connected to the PoE ports of the NVR.

Preparation

Before configuration, please confirm the following equipment is ready:

• PoE IP Cameras
• PoE NVR
• PoE Switch (required for Manual mode)
• Network cables (CAT5E or above)

Method 1: Add PoE Cameras to NVR Using Manual Mode

This method is recommended when IPC cameras are connected through a PoE switch.

Step 1: Hardware Connection

1. Connect the IPC camera to the PoE port of the PoE switch using a network cable.
2. Connect the NVR to the same PoE switch.
3. Power on the camera and NVR, and wait until the camera is fully started.

Step 2: Enter Camera Management Interface

1. Log in to the NVR locally using a mouse and monitor.
2. Go to: Camera Management → Camera → IP Camera.
3. Select an unused channel, then click the Edit button.

Step 3: Configure Camera Parameters Manually

1. Set Adding Method to Manual.
2. Enter the IP Camera Address (camera IP).
3. Enter the User Name (default is usually admin).
4. Enter the Admin Password of the camera.
5. Click OK to save the configuration.

Step 4: Verify Camera Status

1. After adding, check the camera status in the IP Camera list.
2. Status should show Online with no warning icons.
3. Live view should appear normally.

Important Notes for Manual Mode

• In Manual mode, the IPC password can be different from the NVR password.
• Do NOT click One-touch Adding unless the camera password is the same as the NVR password or the camera password is set to 12345.

Method 2: Add IPC with PoE Function Using Plug-and-Play Mode

This method is suitable when IPC cameras are directly connected to the PoE ports of the NVR.

Step 1: Hardware Connection

1. Connect the IPC camera directly to one of the PoE ports on the NVR (for example, PoE port 2).
2. Power on the NVR and wait for the camera to initialize.

Step 2: Access IP Camera Configuration

1. Log in to the NVR interface.
2. Navigate to: Camera Management → Camera → IP Camera.
3. Select the corresponding channel (e.g., D2) and click Edit.

Step 3: Enable Plug-and-Play Mode

• Set Adding Method to Plug-and-Play.
• Confirm that the camera password is the same as the NVR password.
• Click OK to complete the configuration.

Step 4: Confirm Camera Online Status

1. Return to the IP Camera list.
2. Ensure the camera status shows Online.
3. Check live view for proper video display.

Important Notes for Plug-and-Play Mode

• IPC camera password MUST be the same as the NVR password.
• Do NOT click One-touch Adding manually.
• Plug-and-Play mode only works when Hik cameras are directly connected to NVR PoE ports.