tp-link NVR4032H Channel Network Video Recorder Installation Guide

: June 11, 2024
: tp-link

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Installation Guide
References
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Installation Guide

Network Video Recorder

Note: images may differ from the actual products.

Hard Drive Installation

For first time installation, please prepare a 3.5-inch hard disk drive (HDD). It is recommended to use the HDD of enterprise or surveillance level. Before installation, please disconnect the power from the network video recorder (NVR).

For steel shell products

1 Remove the fixing screws on the side and back panels to open the cover of the NVR.

2 Attach the 4 included HDD screws to your hard drive. Do not fasten.

Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

3 Match the 4 screws on the HDD with the 4 holes on the NVR, and insert the HDD interface into the slot.

4 Flip the NVR upside down and fasten the HDD screws. Replace the cover and fasten the screws of the NVR.

For plastic shell products

1. Press and hold the side cover button to remove the side cover.

2. Push the HDD and insert it into the hard disk slot.

3. Fasten the screws to secure the HDD according to the actual HDD screw holes.

4. Install back the side cover.

Hardware Connection

tp-link NVR4032H Channel Network Video Recorder A9

Monitor
Mouse
PoE IPC*
Network Device (e.g. router, switch)
USB Storage Device

Follow the steps below to complete the hardware connection

Connect your monitor to the HDMI or VGA port according to the connection port it supports.
Connect your monitor to a power source and turn it on.
Connect the LAN port of the NVR to a network device with an Ethernet cable.
Connect the provided USB Mouse to the USB Interface of the NVR.
Connect the power adapter to the NVR.

*For PoE NVR, you can directly connect the PoE cameras to the PoE ports of the NVR for data transmission and power supply.

Cautions

If you want to turn off the NVR after hard drive installation, click the Power button on the web UI of NVR. Do not unplug it directly.
The input voltage should match with the device power requirements.

Configuration

NVR can add and manage cameras in batches.

Here we use TP-Link cameras as an example. For other camera brands, please refer to their User Manuals to add the cameras.

Step 1. Connect your cameras to the same network as your NVR.

Step 2. Follow the instructions to finish Quick Setup.

Create a login password for the NVR and a preset password for your unset cameras.
Click Auto Initialize and the NVR will automatically find and add the cameras in your network.

Note: If you don’t want to use Auto Initialize, click Manually Initialize and follow the Setup Wizard to add cameras in your network and complete the setup.

Step 3. Right click on the Live View screen to open the Main Menu for management.

Note: For more instructions, please refer to the NVR’s User Guide.

(Optional) Step 4. Bind your NVR to a TP-Link ID for remote access and management. (Internet required)

Note: If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, sign up first.

More Management Methods

VIGI Security Manager (Windows only)

You can use the VIGI Security Manager to view live video and modify NVR settings on your computer. Please Download it on your computer at https://www .tp-link.com/ download-center/

VIGI App

The VIGI App provides a simple and intuitive way to remotely view live video, manage NVR, and get instant alerts.

or

Scan the QR code to download and install the VIGI app from the App Store or Google Play

Web Browser

Find the NVR’s IP address on your router’s client page. On your local computer, open a web browser and enter https://NVR’s IP address (https://192.168.0.240 by default). Follow the web intructions to activate the NVR.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1. What should I do if I forget the login password of my NVR?

A1. Click Forgot Password on the login page and then follow the instructions to reset the password.
A2. For steel shell products, remove the cover, then press and hold the Reset button inside the NVR for over 3 seconds, release the button when you hear a beep. The NVR will restore to the factory settings. Then follow Quick Setup to create a login password

Q2. What can I do if my NVR fails to connect to the Internet?

A1. Check if the internet is working properly.
A2. Make sure your NVR is in the same network segment as your network devices. For more details, please refer to the NVR’s User Guide.

If you have more questions, please visit https://www.tp- link.com/support/faq/2850/

Safety Information

Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device. If you need service, please contact us.
Do not use damaged charger or USB cable to charge the device.
Do not use any other chargers than those recommended
Adapter shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Use only power supplies which are provided by manufacturer and in the original packing of this product. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Avoid disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery, that can result in an explosion.
Place the device with its bottom surface downward. Install it at stable places, and prevent it from falling.

CAUTION!
Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type

CAUTION: Do not ingest battery, Chemical Burn Hazard

This product contains a coin / button cell battery. If the coin / button cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep it away from children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

Please read and follow the above safety information when operating the device. We cannot guarantee that no accidents or damage will occur due to improper use of device. Please use this product with care and operate at your own risk.

TP-Link Limited Product Warranty

For TP-Link Branded Products Only. For the information about warranty period, policy and procedures, please visit http://www.tp-link.com/en/support.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR BY COUNTRY OR PROVINCE).

TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LOCAL LAW, THIS WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS.

TP-Link warrants the TP-Link branded hardware product contained in the original packaging against defects in materials and workmanship when used normally in according with TP-Link’ s guidelines for some period which depends on the local service from the date of original retail purchase by the end-user purchaser.

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU, 2009/125/EC, 2011/65/EU and (EU)2015/863.

The original EU declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp- link.com/en/support/ce/.

TP-Link hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 and Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016.

The original UK declaration of conformity may be found at https://www.tp- link.com/support/ukca/

BSMI Notice

Unit

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Restricted substances and their chemical symbols

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(Pb) | (Hg)| (Cd) | (Cr+6)| (PBB)|

(PBDE)

PCB

| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο
Shell| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο

Power Supplier

| −| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο
Other and its matching pieces| −| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο| Ο
Note 1：“Exceeding 0.1 wt %” and “exceeding 0.01 wt %” indicate that the percentage content of the restricted substance exceeds the reference percentage value of presence condition.

Note 2：“Ο” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.

Note 3：The “−” indicates that the restricted substance corresponds to the exemption.