| Username | Default Password | Notes | |----------|------------------|-------| | admin | admin | Most common default; used on older models | | admin | 888888 | Very common alternative | | admin | 123456 | Used on some model lines | | 888888 | 888888 | Administrator with local access only | | 666666 | 666666 | Lower‑privilege user (monitor/playback/backup only) | | default | default | Hidden user account |
admin | Password: 888888 (Often used for the local administrator account)
On newer Dahua DVRs (firmware V4.0+), when you first boot the device, (e.g., MyDahu@2024 ). Once you do this, the default password is permanently overwritten. The default password never existed on this unit. dahua dvr default password
For many years, network devices shipped with universal factory credentials. However, cybersecurity regulations and modern security standards have forced a shift in how manufacturers handle device initialization. Modern Dahua DVRs (No Default Password)
If you configured security questions during installation, you can bypass the password locally. Click on the login screen. Select Security Questions from the dropdown menu. Input the exact answers provided during setup. Follow the prompts to reset the administrator password . | Username | Default Password | Notes |
666666 | Password: 666666 (Restricted user account) Recovery Options if Locked Out
If you want to troubleshoot a specific system lockup, tell me: The exact of your Dahua DVR The approximate year or age of the device Whether you see a QR code option on your login screen For many years, network devices shipped with universal
: If there is no button, you may need to short specific jumper pins (often labeled J1 or J2) on the motherboard using a tweezer while powering on the unit. Config Tool Dahua Config Tool
You can access the DVR interface using:
If the default credentials do not work, use one of these recovery methods: