All Solutions - How to install a hard disk to a DVR/NVR?

Applies to: Most of Annke DVR & NVR

DVR/NVR can record and play back only after a hard disk is installed. Otherwise, you can only preview the real-time video.

Note: Before installing a hard disk drive (HDD), please make sure the power is disconnected from the DVR/NVR. A factory recommended HDD should be used for this installation.

Tools Required: Screwdriver.

As the installation steps of HDD are similar among different models.

Steps:

1. Remove the cover from the DVR/NVR by unfastening the screws on the back and side.

2. Find out the power cable and data cable of the hard disk from the DVR/NVR accessories box, and prepare a hard disk and the hard disk screw. See in the picture on the left hand side, three-colour power cable is on the left and the blue data cable is on the right.

3.Connect one end of the power cable to the motherboard of DVR/NVR.

4.Connect one end of the data cable to the motherboard of DVR/NVR.

5.Connect the date cable and the power cable to the HDD.

6.Place the HDD on the bottom of the device and then fasten the screws on the bottom to fix the HDD.

7.Re-install the cover of the DVR/NVR and fasten screws.