Date and Time/NTP
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Date and Time-NTP
Description
This guide will show how to adjust NTP (Network Time Protocol) settings on a Dahua device.
The NTP function allows a device to sync time with a NTP server
By default most Dahua devices will use the following default NTP server information:
- Server - time.windows.com
- Port - 123
- Interval - is a settng
Warning!
If you have video that needs to be backed up, please be sure to backup your recorded video before modifying the Date & Time on your recorder or cameras. It is strongly recommended that you format the hard drive after modifying the date and time to ensure accurate playback and recording.
Prerequisites
- Dahua device
- NTP server information (if not other than default)
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Step by Step Instructions
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From the Main Menu click System
Go to General > Date & Time
Click to enable NTP.
Use the fields to modify NTP server settings as desired
Click 'Manual Update' to manually update the device by NTP
A window will confirm a successful update
Click Apply to save
