DDNS Setup (Advanced). Lorex LH1608, LH1624, LH160 ECO6 SERIES, LH1612, LH1616

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DDNS Setup (Advanced)

Free Lorex DDNS service is available as an optional connectivity method to connect to your system over the Internet.

DDNS Service is not required to connect to your DVR, since the system supports Lorex

Stratus Connectivity. For details on setting up your system using , Lorex Stratus Connectiv-

ity see 16 Connecting to Your DVR Over the Internet on PC or Mac, page 70.

25.1

Accessing your DVR within a local network (LAN)

You can connect to your DVR through using the Client Software through the local area network (LAN). It is recommended to confirm connectivity over a local network before setting up your DVR for DDNS connectivity.

Note

To complete the steps below, your computer must be on the same network as your DVR.

Note

Except where noted, the instructions below are the same for PC and Mac.

25.1.1

Step 1 of 3: Connect your DVR to the Local Area Network

1. Power off your DVR by disconnecting the power cable.

2. Connect an Ethernet cable (included) to the LAN port on the rear panel of the DVR.

Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to an empty LAN port (usually numbered

1~4) on your router.

3. Reconnect the power cable to power the DVR back on.

DVR System

(may not be exactly as shown)

Internet

(not required for local viewing)

Router Computer

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