What is the Swann admin password?
Samuel Coleman
Published Feb 22, 2026
What is the Swann admin password?
12345
The default, all-access username is “admin”, the default password is “12345”.
Can I save my DVR recordings to USB?
To copy the contents from the DVR to a portable flash drive, first copy the file from the DVR’s hard drive to the computer’s hard drive. All the needed software for the computer is included with the digital transfer box, and the process will not negatively affect the DVR in any way.
How can I Reset my Swann 88050h hdvr?
Trying to reset the password (I forgot) on the DVR for Swann Alpha Series. I have tried entering the MAC address in the DVR password ***** that is supposed to reboot, but the DVR just throws and error … read more How do I factory reset this Swann 88050H HDVR JA: What’s the make/model of your device? How old is it?
When to reset the password on a Swann recorder?
This guide is intended for customers to reset their Swann recorder when they have forgotten their password. This guide is for the model series 1580 rev.1*, 4550 rev.1*, 4750, 7300 & 7400 which is up to date.
Where do I enter the reset code for swannview link?
The reset code needs to be entered after clicking Forgot Password. Enter it in the Super Password field. Letters are in UPPERCASE without the colons (e.g EC71DB5C4AF5). If the window you see looks similar to the image below, you are in the wizard. The reset code CANNOT be entered in this area. Make sure to setup your new password and click NEXT.
What to do if your DVR says HDD has failed?
Unplug the DVR from power, unscrew the necessary screws, and remove the casing of the DVR. Unplug the 2 cables from the back of the HDD, and check that all the pins are intact and not broken or bent.
What to do if you forgot your Swann DVR password?
If you have lost or forgot the Swann DVR password, it can be easily reset by following these instructions shown here on how to reset the Swan DVR password procedure. We will use a master reset password which technically is Swann DVR’s mac address.
How to access the DVR or NVR using swannview Link software?
Once SwannView Link is open and it already shows a device at the right, this means it already detects your DVR or NVR. If so, click here and proceed to Modifying existing device. If not, continue to Adding the device on the list. Click on Add Device located to the right.
Why is my Swann dvr9-1425 no HDD recognised?
Swann DVR9-1425. HDD stopped recording after a while. Then, more recently, the HDD wasn’t even recognised / registered on boot up. Everything else worked OK, cameras, networking, display outputs, live view, etc. All fine. Just recording was the issue. The main unit (the DVR) is powered by a 230v AC to 12v 2000mA DC adaptor.
What is the serial number on a Swann DVR?
This serial number is the Swann DVR Mac Address and the DVR is designed to accept it as a reset code for lost passwords, So let’s just find the code…