User Guide

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Once the hard drive is installed, turn on the DVR. If the hard drive for your DVR was not setup
properly you may hear a beeping noise. This indicates the DVR does not have the proper
connection with your hard drive. If you need further assistance with installing your hard drive, feel
free to contact us any time at support@amcrest.com or you can give us a call at 888-212-7538.
4. Console Setup
1. Enter Password
After turning the system on, the default video display will show multiple windows and a page will
appear that asks you to change your password:
The first thing you will need to do in the setup process is create a new admin password for your
device. The password for your device should be between 8 and 32 characters with a combination
of letters, numbers, and symbols are recommended.
Note: Please do not use special symbols like ‘ “ ; : &
Once you’ve entered a new password for your device, confirm the password in the next field.
Please note that the system consists of two accounts (out of the box):
Username: admin Password: admin (administrator, local and network)
Username: default Password: default (hidden user)
Lastly, you will be asked to enter a prompt question for your account. This is useful if you have
forgotten your password and would like an easier means of recovering your password. Please
use a prompt question what will help you remember the password for your device.
After you have completed this section, click Next to continue.