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How do I connect my Lorex camera to my laptop?

Author

Daniel Foster

Published Feb 14, 2026

How do I connect my Lorex camera to my laptop?

To connect to your LNC camera with a PC over a local network:

  1. Launch the L-View Client software.
  2. Double-click your camera ID from the Auto search list to connect the camera.
  3. Enter the camera password and click OK.
  4. Double-click the camera ID under Auto search again and enter the password that was created.

Can multiple people use the Lorex app?

The Shared User feature in your Lorex Home app can be used to add family and friends to your Lorex Home account.

Can I use my laptop as a monitor for a DVR?

Computer monitors and TV screens can be used as display monitors for DVR / NVR systems. The HDMI and VGA ports found on most laptops only support video output. Laptops can be used for viewing playback by downloading your DVR / NVR client software.

How do I share my Lorex footage?

How to back up and share video via Lorex Home

  1. Launch the Lorex Home app, then tap Device Thumbnail to open Live View.
  2. Tap Timeline.
  3. Tap Calendar.
  4. Choose the Date.
  5. Find the Hour and Minute by sliding the Timeline.
  6. Tap the camera icon to take a snapshot or the record icon to record a video.

How can I install Lorex home on my PC?

Associate or set up your Google account with the emulator. You can either install the app from Google PlayStore inside the emulator or download Lorex Home APK file from the below link from our site and open the APK file with the emulator or drag the file into the emulator window to install Lorex Home for pc.

Which is the best Lorex client for PC?

We highly recommend that you contact our Technical Support at 1-888-425-6739 to assist you in locating the correct firmware for your recorder. We have two Client Softwares that support PC and Mac users: Lorex Client 13 and Lorex Cloud. Using a PC or Mac, you can access your security system by using any of the compatible software.

Is there an emulator for Lorex for Mac?

To install the Lorex application on your Mac, you need to download an emulator which is compatible with your PC. The Nox Player emulator is one of the most systematic emulators out there and it is well suited to be downloaded on your Mac.

Who is the creator of the Lorex Home app?

The Lorex Home is a phone app produced by Lorex under the management of Dahua technology. After Dahua purchases the Lorex company, we can see an improvement in mobile apps. Lorex Cloud is one of the best examples where we can compare it with the old Flir Cloud produced by Flir technologies.

How to add Lorex devices to the cloud?

Adding your Lorex Devices on the Cloud App won’t be a hard process since the app provides great menus with clear steps to follow. From the Device Manager section, you can hit on the plus icon to add an NVR/DVR system.

Are there any mobile apps for Lorex security?

We have three mobile apps that allow you to remotely access your security system using an iOS or Android smartphone: Lorex Cloud, Lorex Home, and Lorex Cirrus.

The Lorex Home is a phone app produced by Lorex under the management of Dahua technology. After Dahua purchases the Lorex company, we can see an improvement in mobile apps. Lorex Cloud is one of the best examples where we can compare it with the old Flir Cloud produced by Flir technologies.

What do you need to know about Lorex home?

As a final requirement for a successful remote connection, remember to keep your system always upgrade on the latest firmware version, without having system upgrade no connection will show up for the cameras on the app. The Lorex Home is a phone app produced by Lorex under the management of Dahua technology.