Email the exported XML file to your official Hikvision distributor or Hikvision regional support ( support@hikvision.com ).
Note: On very new firmware, a hard reset might revert to “no password” or require you to go through the Activation Wizard (setting a strong password upon first boot).
If you set up a reserve email address during the initial configuration, this method is highly reliable.
: Follow the instructions to prepare a USB drive for password recovery.
This involves desoldering or shorting the EEPROM chip (typically a 24CXX series, located near the battery).
To reset the password for your Hikvision DS-7208HGHI-F1 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
After entering the code, you will be prompted to create and confirm a new password. Method 2: Resetting via Email (Reserved Email)
Email the exported XML file to your official Hikvision distributor or Hikvision regional support ( support@hikvision.com ).
Note: On very new firmware, a hard reset might revert to “no password” or require you to go through the Activation Wizard (setting a strong password upon first boot).
If you set up a reserve email address during the initial configuration, this method is highly reliable.
: Follow the instructions to prepare a USB drive for password recovery.
This involves desoldering or shorting the EEPROM chip (typically a 24CXX series, located near the battery).
To reset the password for your Hikvision DS-7208HGHI-F1 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
After entering the code, you will be prompted to create and confirm a new password. Method 2: Resetting via Email (Reserved Email)
