If you cannot access the DVR locally (monitor broken, password required for local GUI), but the DVR is connected to your router, use (Search Active Devices Protocol). This is the universal tool for Hikvision-based devices (which Traice often clones).
. If you set these up during installation, simply answer them to create a new password. Hidden Button Trick: traice dvr password reset
If the software reset methods fail (no internet, no seller support, forgotten security codes), you must perform a physical hard reset. This will erase all settings, including the password, but it delete your recorded video footage. If you cannot access the DVR locally (monitor
The first and most recommended step in the reset process is the utilization of manufacturer-specific software tools. Many DVR manufacturers, including Traice, provide a "Password Reset Tool" or a "Super Password" generator. These tools operate on a specific algorithm that generates a temporary master password based on the current date and time displayed on the DVR unit. The user typically inputs the date shown on the monitor into the software tool on a separate computer, which then outputs a temporary code. This code grants access to the system, allowing the user to navigate to the user management settings and set a new, memorable password. This method is preferred because it restores access without erasing the device's configuration or stored footage, maintaining the integrity of the surveillance log. If you set these up during installation, simply