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Affected Roles: Administrator
Complexity: Low to Medium
Last Edit: September 28, 2021
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Firmware is a type of computing software that is used in the management and operation of nearly all electronics. The VMAX® IP Plus™ Series NVRs utilize firmware versions to manage camera communication, user interface controls, display, and recording settings for every interaction by the user.
Periodically, the firmware version may need to be upgraded to apply new features, improvements, and other content to the NVR.
This article will explain the process for upgrading Firmware for the VMAX IP Plus Series NVRs using either File Transfer Protocol (FTP) or a USB stick.
When upgrading the firmware of the recorder, it is important to know the hardware generation and how to identify the correct firmware file. For example, a second generation (2nd gen), 12-channel NVR uses firmware files that begin with “HN6512”.
Use the table below to identify the correct firmware files for your unit.
Model |
S/N |
Firmware Filename |
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1st gen |
2nd gen |
3rd gen |
1st gen |
2nd gen |
3rd gen |
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DW-VP9-4P |
VP**** |
NPK09**** |
FPK09- |
HN-6209_dw_v1.xxx |
HN-6509_DW_v1.x.x.x |
DW-VP09 vx.x.x.x |
DW-VP12-8P |
VP**** |
NPK12**** |
FPK12- |
HN-6212_dw_v1.xxx |
HN6512_DW_v1.x.x.x |
DW-VP12 vx.x.x.x |
DW-VP16-8P |
VP**** |
N/A |
N/A |
HN-6216_dw_v1.xxx |
N/A |
N/A |
DW-VP16-16P |
VP**** |
NPE16**** |
FPE16- |
HN-6316_dw_v1.xxx |
HN-6616_DW_v1.x.x.x |
DW-VP16 vx.x.x.x |
If you do not have a copy of the latest firmware file:
This information is located on the sticker, physically on top of the NVR.
Alternatively, you can compare the current Firmware version of the NVR in the NVR’s System Information menu.
If you are performing a USB upgrade, copy the firmware file to a blank USB stick.
Firmware upgrades for the VMAX® IP Plus™ Series will need to be performed directly at the NVR. Connect a display monitor and USB mouse to the NVR, so that you can control the user interface of the recording unit.
If you are unsure what type of display (HDMI or VGA) that your NVR supports, please consult the User Manual.
The FTP upgrade option permits users to upgrade NVR firmware by communicating with an external FTP server over the Internet. New firmware versions can be downloaded and installed by communicating with the FTP server.
**NOTE: The FTP function requires a stable network and Internet connection. If you have not set up the NVR Network settings, please read Network Setup For The VMAX IP Plus
To upgrade using FTP:
Click the Check button to check for available updates.
The USB upgrade option permits users to upgrade NVR firmware by inserting a USB stick and uploading the firmware file directly to the System.
**NOTE: The USB stick must use FAT or FAT32 format and should not exceed 32 GB.
**NOTE: It is recommended to avoid the use of Kingston and San Disk brand USB sticks, as the NVR may experience an issue while allocating the firmware file from the USB.
To upgrade the firmware using a USB stick:
To upgrade the firmware through the web client:
For example: http://192.168.1.80:81
Otherwise, to update the VMAX IP Plus firmware, click the “Setup” button.
Next, click the “Choose File” button and select the firmware update file.
Click the “Upgrade” button to begin the firmware update.