Why does my Lorex DVR keep rebooting?
William Smith
Published Feb 14, 2026
Why does my Lorex DVR keep rebooting?
If the DVR / NVR is rebooting repeatedly, the issue may be caused by insufficient power or a hard disk drive (HDD) error. Check that the correct power adapter is in use and that the DVR / NVR is receiving sufficient power.
Where is the reset button on my Lorex DVR?
Note that in this DVR/NVR model the reset push button is located at the corner of the motherboard. In this model, the reset button is located close to the processor. If you can’t find any reset button on your recorder, then your recorder doesn’t have one and you need to try the other methods.
Why is my computer not connecting to my Lorex system?
If you still can’t connect, the Ethernet cable might be damaged. Try a different Ethernet cable. Lorex system and computer are not on same network. Your Lorex system and your computer must be connected to the same router to connect using the system’s local IP address.
How do I connect my Lorex DVR to my router?
Follow the steps below to resolve issues connecting to your Lorex DVR or NVR using a PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet. Lorex system is not connected to router. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Lorex system’s LAN or Ethernet port to your router, and turn your system on and off.
Why does my Lorex security camera keep going off?
This feature will help you to have fewer cables and effortless experience when installing the system. However, the problems will come when the power supply fails, and all the cameras go off. This issue is not related to the recorder, it will be the power adapter that stopped working.
How to troubleshoot offline status-Lorex support?
Make sure the cord has no visible cut marks. Bring everything together and plug your device. Connect the cord to the camera and the adapter and plug it in. Wait for the green LED at the top of the lens to turn solid before connecting the device to the Lorex Home app. WARNING: Do not tinker or disassemble your camera.
If you still can’t connect, the Ethernet cable might be damaged. Try a different Ethernet cable. Lorex system and computer are not on same network. Your Lorex system and your computer must be connected to the same router to connect using the system’s local IP address.
Follow the steps below to resolve issues connecting to your Lorex DVR or NVR using a PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet. Lorex system is not connected to router. Connect an Ethernet cable from the Lorex system’s LAN or Ethernet port to your router, and turn your system on and off.
This feature will help you to have fewer cables and effortless experience when installing the system. However, the problems will come when the power supply fails, and all the cameras go off. This issue is not related to the recorder, it will be the power adapter that stopped working.
Make sure the cord has no visible cut marks. Bring everything together and plug your device. Connect the cord to the camera and the adapter and plug it in. Wait for the green LED at the top of the lens to turn solid before connecting the device to the Lorex Home app. WARNING: Do not tinker or disassemble your camera.