hikvision networking
IPv4 vs IPv6 on security LANs for SADP
Most CCTV provisioning still revolves around IPv4; know when dual-stack policies confuse junior techs.
Enterprise IT may push IPv6 everywhere while camera VLANs remain IPv4-only by policy. Mixed guidance causes mistakes—techs paste IPv6 DNS into IPv4-only fields or disable the wrong adapter.
Operational advice
Standardise on IPv4 for camera management unless your security team publishes a tested IPv6 design. Document exceptions.
Testing
After changes, ping management IPs, browse HTTPS where enabled, and re-run SADP to confirm the device still appears where expected.
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