Depending on your firmware version, you can select whether you want to upload continuous video, event-triggered video, or snapshots. Step 4: Test and Save
What of Hikvision camera or NVR are you updating?
> GET digicap_new.dav
A PC and the Hikvision device must be on the same network segment. hikvision firmware ftp
: Provide the FTP server IP address, port (usually 21), and login credentials to fetch the digicap.dav 2. Recovery via TFTP (Bricked Devices)
Before starting an FTP upgrade, several conditions must be met. The PC running the FTP server and the Hikvision device must be on the same Local Area Network with a valid network connection. Standard FTP operates on port 21, though some implementations support SFTP (port 22) for encrypted transfers. Third‑party FTP server software must be installed on the PC, configured, and running before the upgrade attempt. The firmware file, typically named digicap.dav , must be placed in the directory designated by the FTP server.
A common issue with this feature is the restriction on using slashes in directory names. The workaround is to use the "child directory" feature to specify a subfolder name rather than a full path. Depending on your firmware version, you can select
Many newer Hikvision NVRs/DVRs also support TFTP for recovery, but FTP is less common for live updates. The preferred method is still web UI upgrade (local file) or iVMS-4200 / Hik-Partner Pro batch update.
Your PC’s local IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.50 ). Port: 21 . User/Password: The credentials you created in Step 1. Directory: Usually / (root). Click Upgrade . 4. Monitor and Restart
Are you looking to do a or a system recovery for a bricked device? : Provide the FTP server IP address, port
He hit .
03:12 AM: Subject enters server room. Drink placed on table. Laptop connected to Camera 04. 03:14 AM: Subject attempts brute-force reset. Hardware watchdog triggered. 03:15 AM: Biometric scan complete. Heart rate elevated. Perspiration detected on palms.
Click the Test button. If configured correctly, you will see a "Testing succeeded" notification. Click Save . Step 3: Upgrading Firmware Using FTP
Open your web browser. Type the IP address of your camera into the address bar. Log in with your admin password. Step 3: Navigate to Maintenance
Unzip the downloaded file on your computer.