If you lost or forgot you Zosi NVR password, you can use this step-by-step guide to reset password on Zosi NVRs. The password reset procedure is super fast and easy. The method explained here works for Zosi NVRs only. If your recorder is a Zosi DVR then consult this article: How to reset password on Zosi DVRs. How to tell if you have a NVR or DVR? The NVR supports IP cameras (that use cat5e or cat6 cables), the DVR supports analog or HD coaxial cameras.
Step to reset password on Zosi NVR
Step 1. Click the login button, even if you don’t know your password. You can type something random on the password box.
Step 2. Click the right and left mouse button successively six times. Keep the mouse button inside the message box, as shown on the picture below.
Step 3. A secret window will pop up. Click “Yes” to confirm that you intend to restore the default user.
Step 4. Enter a new password for the NVR. You can leave the “old password” box empty.
Important nore: If you need to reset the password for the user admin, leave the old password blank and create a new one that is no longer than 10 characters. Basically this it, after these steps are completed the password will be reset. However, as you can see everyone can reset the password easily. We deem these generation of Zosi NVR not secure. that’s why you should seek other security options.
How to protect Zosi NVR against password reset?
There’s only one solution, you must lock up your Zosi NVR. You can put the recorder in a special room or space and lock it up, or on a special restricted rack. Another suggestion is to remove the mouse from the device and bring one only when you want to login into the NVR to playback or export footage.
Note: If you are looking for information to reset a Zosi DVR instead, read the other article: Zosi DVR password reset.
Reset password on Zosi DVR
This article will show how to reset the password for a Zosi DVR. If you lost or forgot your password, then you can perform the Zosi DVR password reset procedure. The procedure is simple and can be completed in less than 10 minutes.
To reset or recover the lost password, you need to use a mobile app, scan the QR code on your recorder and the app will generate a new master password which you can use it to log into your locked Zosi DVR. Note: This method works for Zosi DVRs only, if you have a Zosi NVR then you need to follow the instructions on this article: Reset password on Zosi NVR.
Which Zosi DVR models can be reset?
This Zosi password reset procedure works for the Zosi DVR models listed below. Make sure yours is included in this list (check the model number on the sticker underneath or on the side of the recording machine).
Zosi 4-Channel DVRs: ZR04PN; ZR04PM; ZR04RN; ZR04RM; ZR04FN; ZR04FM; ZR04LN; ZR04LM.
Zosi 8-Channel DVRs: ZR08KN; ZR08KM; ZR08AN; ZR08AM; ZR08QN; ZR08QM; ZR08RN; ZR08RM; ZR08ZN; ZR08FN; ZR08ZM; ZR08FM; ZR08KS; ZR08LS; ZR08LN; ZR08LM.
Zosi 16-Channel DVRs: 16QK; 16LK; ZR16ZK; ZR16JK.
Zosi DVR password reset steps
In a few words the procedure step are:
- Find your DVR model number
- Download the SPD app on your phone
- Scan the QR code (or type it)
- Reboot the DVR and create a new password
How to find your Zosi DVR model
In this step you need to make sure your Zosi DVR model is included on the list and it’s able to be reset. Even if it’s on the list, you could try it anyway. To identify the model of your DVR, check the label or sticker on the recorder. An example is shown in the picture below.
Install the SPD app on your phone
To reset the Zosi DVR you need to use a smartphone app called SPD which will generate a super password. This app is free and available in the App Store (for iPhone users) or Google Play (for Android users). So, download this app and install it on your phone.
Scan the QR code or type the DVR ID
In this step you need to scan the QR code from the DVR’s label/sticker. Usually this label is located at the top or underneath the recorder. An example is shown in the picture below.
Open up the SPD app and choose the way you want to enter the DVR ID. The first option is scan the QR code and the second one is to enter the code (ID number) manually.
Tap the “Start Scan QRCode” and give the permission to the app to use the mobile’s camera when asked, then point the camera to scan QR Code. The app will read the bar code in a few seconds.
The SPD app will scan the QR code and generate a Super Password (a master password).
In the DVR login screen type the username admin and enter the super password that was generated by the SPD app. Click the login button.
Once you reboot the DVR, the username will be admin with blank password. (no password, just hit the login button).
Creating a new password for the DVR
It’s a crucial step to create a new password to protect your recorder. Go to the User Management and enter a new password that is strong enough. Make sure to use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols). Leave the Old Password field empty, enter the New Password twice.
And that’s all. You just executed the Zosi DVR password reset successfully. Make sure to remember your new password.
Common issues when resetting a Zosi DVR
If the SPD app can’t read the label because it’s damaged, blurred out or something else, you choose the option HandWriting Input and enter the DVR ID manually. This ID can be found in the DVR label (as shown at the picture above).
Is a pre-paid SIM card required, or can I use my unlimited data plan? I assume each camera requires a separate SIM card?