How to Find Hikvision IP Camera on Network Using SADP Tool
Find Hikvision IP camera on your local network can feel confusing, especially if you are setting it up for the first time. Many users struggle because the camera does not appear in the browser or they don’t know its IP address.
In this guide, you will learn how to find a Hikvision IP camera on the network using the SADP Tool, explained in simple steps. This method works even if you cannot access the camera through a web browser.
What Is the SADP Tool?
SADP Tool is free software provided by Hikvision. It helps detect Hikvision devices on a local network.
With the SADP Tool, you can:
- Find Hikvision IP cameras on the network
- View camera IP address
- Activate new cameras
- Change IP address
- Reset passwords (in supported cases)
Basic Network Setup for Hikvision Camera
Before using the SADP Tool, make sure your physical connections are correct.
Required Connections
- Hikvision IP Camera
- Network Switch
- Laptop or PC
- Router (optional, for internet access)
Connection Diagram (Simple Explanation)
- IP Camera → Connected to Network Switch
- Laptop → Connected to the same Network Switch
- Switch → Powered on
- Router → Optional (for internet and Hik-Connect access)
As long as your laptop and camera are connected to the same switch, the SADP Tool will work.
Why the Camera Does Not Show in Browser
When a Hikvision camera is new or unconfigured:
- You don’t know its IP address
- It may not be in the same IP range as your computer
- Browser access will not work initially
That’s why SADP Tool is required to discover the camera first.
How SADP Tool Finds Hikvision Cameras
The SADP Tool works using network broadcast.
Here’s how it works in simple words:
- Your laptop sends a broadcast signal
- The network switch forwards it to all connected devices
- The Hikvision camera responds
- SADP Tool displays the camera details, including IP address
This process works only on the local network.
Step 1: Download and Open SADP Tool
- Install the Hikvision SADP Tool on your laptop
- Open the software
- Wait a few seconds
You will see a list of detected Hikvision devices.
Example:
Camera IP Address: 192.168.0.64Step 2: Check Your Computer IP Address
Your laptop must be in the same IP range as the camera.
How to Check IP Address in Windows
- Press Windows + R
- Type cmd
- Press Enter
- Type:
ipconfig - Look for IPv4 Address
Example:
- Computer IP:
192.168.0.160 - Camera IP:
192.168.0.64
Both are in the 192.168.0.x range, which is correct.
What Does “Same IP Range” Mean?
Only the last number should be different.
Correct:
- Camera: 192.168.0.64
- Computer: 192.168.0.160
Incorrect:
- Camera: 192.168.0.64
- Computer: 192.168.1.10
If the range is different, SADP may find the camera, but browser access will fail.
Step 3: Change Computer IP Address (If Needed)
If your computer IP is not in the same range, follow these steps.
How to Manually Change IP Address
- Open Network Settings
- Go to Status
- Click Change adapter options
- Right-click Ethernet
- Select Properties
- Double-click Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4)
- Set a manual IP like:
- IP: 192.168.0.100
- Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Now your computer is in the same IP range as the camera.
Step 4: Access Hikvision Camera in Browser
Once the camera appears in SADP:
- Double-click the camera
- Your default web browser will open
- Enter the camera IP address
- Log in using your credentials
The camera interface may take a few seconds to load due to plugins.
After loading, you will see the live camera view.
Can You Access Camera from Mobile Phone?
Yes. If the camera is connected to a router:
- You can access it using Hik-Connect
- Or through the local IP using a mobile browser
- Internet access is optional for local viewing
Common Problems and Fixes
SADP Tool Not Finding Camera
- Check cable connections
- Make sure switch is powered
- Disable firewall temporarily
Camera Found but Browser Not Opening
- IP range mismatch
- Wrong network adapter selected
- Browser plugin issues
Conclusion
Using the SADP Tool is the easiest and safest way to find a Hikvision IP camera on your network.
As long as:
- Your laptop and camera are on the same network
- IP ranges match
- Physical connections are correct
You will be able to detect and access the camera without any problem.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can detect an IP camera by using a network scanning tool such as the Hikvision SADP Tool. The tool scans your local network and automatically finds connected IP cameras. Make sure your computer and camera are connected to the same network and in the same IP range.
The SADP Tool is used to find, activate, and manage Hikvision IP cameras on a local network.
It helps users view camera IP addresses, activate new devices, change network settings, and troubleshoot connection issues.
To access a Hikvision IP camera: Find the camera IP address using the SADP Tool. Open a web browser. Enter the camera IP address. Log in using your username and password. Once logged in, you can view live video and adjust camera settings.
If an IP camera is hidden or unknown on the network, you can:
Use the SADP Tool to scan for devices
Check your router’s connected devices list
Perform a local network scan from your computer
The SADP Tool is the easiest method for Hikvision cameras.
es, you can ping an IP camera if you know its IP address.
Open Command Prompt
Type: ping 192.168.0.64
Press Enter
If the camera replies, it means the device is connected and reachable on the network.
To find the IP address of an unknown device:
Use network scanning tools like SADP Tool
Check your router’s DHCP client list
Use the Command Prompt with network discovery
For Hikvision devices, the SADP Tool is the most reliable solution.
