Dahua provides an official tool called (available on their download portal).

Select your NVR and click the "Forgot Password" or "Reset Password" icon.

Remove the cover screws and slide off the top casing.

Contact your Dahua reseller or generate an unlock code using Dahua’s official password reset portal (requires proof of ownership – invoice/SN).

Opening the NVR may void your warranty. If under warranty, contact Dahua support first.

Log into the NVR directly via a monitor connected to the HDMI/VGA port, or log in via a web browser (using the NVR’s IP address).

Factory - Reset Dahua Nvr

Dahua provides an official tool called (available on their download portal).

Select your NVR and click the "Forgot Password" or "Reset Password" icon. factory reset dahua nvr

Remove the cover screws and slide off the top casing. Dahua provides an official tool called (available on

Contact your Dahua reseller or generate an unlock code using Dahua’s official password reset portal (requires proof of ownership – invoice/SN). factory reset dahua nvr

Opening the NVR may void your warranty. If under warranty, contact Dahua support first.

Log into the NVR directly via a monitor connected to the HDMI/VGA port, or log in via a web browser (using the NVR’s IP address).