How do I reset my Lorex NVR to factory settings?

If you are able to locate the reset button, follow this procedure to reset the Lorex DVR/NVR to factory default:

Power off the DVR/NVR.
Press and hold the reset push button.
Power on the DVRNVR.
Keep the reset push button pressed for 30 seconds.
After you see the startup wizard on the screen, create a new password.

Why wont my Lorex connect?

If the Lorex Cirrus app is not connecting to your cameras, it may be due to a pending firmware update on your recorder: If installing new firmware does not resolve the issue and you are using an Android device: Please see the instructions below for clearing the app’s data.

How do I connect my Lorex DVR to my network?

Connect your Lorex system to your router and connect to it over the Local Area Network (LAN). Configure your router or Internet gateway for port forwarding. Create a Lorex DDNS account to create a permanent web address for your system. Connect to your system over the Internet.

How do I change my network on Lorex?

Tap the gear icon ( ) to open the settings menu. Tap Camera connection and then WiFi Network. Select the new WiFi network and enter the password. The camera connects to the new WiFi network.

Where is the reset button on Lorex camera?

Locate the reset button. For W281AA Series, the reset button is located at the top of the camera. Step 2. Press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds until the chime sounds to reset the camera.

How do I reset my Lorex DVR without a monitor?

To reset the resolution, you hold down the front button, flip the switch to off while keeping the front button pressed in, wait a couple seconds and turn it back on while keeping the front button pressed in. Hold it until the Lorex logo pops up and then release it.

How do I reset my Lorex wireless camera?

To reset the camera to factory default, follow these steps:

Locate the reset button.
Press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds until the chime sounds to reset the camera.
Look for flashing green light below the lens to indicate that the camera has been fully reset.

Why is my DVR not connected to network?

In the DVR / NVR Network menu, ensure your system is set to DHCP instead of Static. Restore the Network settings to default in the Network menu in your DVR / NVR. Ensure your subnet mask is not set to 0. If you are using a network switch, eliminate the connection and try a direct connection to your router.

Why is my Lorex DVR not connecting to my router?

Check your DVR manual for information on how to find the IP address, web port, or HTTP port. Lorex system is not connected to router. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Lorex system’s LAN or Ethernet port to your router, and turn your system on and off. If you still can’t connect, the Ethernet cable might be damaged.

How to transfer NVR files in Lorex NVR?

Navigate to Camera Setting, Recording, Snapshot. Choose the desired Channel (camera number). Choose the “Trigger” Mode so that snapshots are triggered on motion detection events. “Timing” mode refers to continuous snapshot recording, which is not what you want when using FTP transfer. Choose an image Quality.

What do I use to connect to my Lorex system?

This means when you connect to your Lorex system, you use the Lorex DDNS address (for example, ), rather than your system’s IP address. This has two advantages over using an IP address to connect to your system:

When does Lorex DDNS update with new IP address?

Lorex DDNS service ensures that when the IP address of your system changes, it will automatically update the DDNS server with your system’s new IP address. Please note that whenever your IP address changes, it takes a short time, typically a few minutes, for the DDNS servers to update with the new IP address.

What does it mean to have a Lorex DDNS account?

Register for Lorex’s free DDNS service to ensure 24/7 connectivity to your system. A DDNS account allows you to create a web address that points to your local network and automatically updates when your external IP address changes. Click here to sign up for Lorex’s free DDNS service.

How to change the IP address of a DVR / NVR?

Check the following: If the DVR / NVR was set to Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) reservation on your old router, power cycle your DVR / NVR system so that it receives an IP address from your new router. If your system was set up with a static IP address, change it to a DCHP reservation in the Network menu of your DVR / NVR.

How can I connect my computer to my Lorex system?

Lorex system and computer are not on same network. Your Lorex system and your computer must be connected to the same router to connect using the system’s local IP address. If your computer is using a WiFi network, try connecting it to the router using an Ethernet cable.