Microsoft Windows
SADP.zip
- Download and extract SADP.zip.
- Run the .exe as administrator.
- Complete Npcap when prompted.
- Allow Private firewall access if asked.
Windows · Mac · HiTools
Download SADP tool
for Windows & Mac
Hikvision’s Search Active Device Protocol utility finds devices on the same LAN, supports activation, network edits, and supported password workflows—per HiTools documentation.
Extract the zip, then run the .exe (Windows) or .pkg (Mac). Mac installation guide · For mobile commissioning, see Hik-Partner Pro.
- Hosted SADP.zip & .pkg.zip
- HiTools portal links
- Npcap on Windows
Direct .zip files below are served from this site for convenience. You can still open Hikvision’s HiTools pages to confirm the latest build and accept their Materials License Agreement when you install.
Choose your operating system
Apple macOS
SADPTool.pkg.zip
- Download and extract SADPTool.pkg.zip.
- Open the .pkg and follow the installer.
- If blocked: Privacy & Security or right-click Open.
- Launch from Applications and scan the LAN.
Official HiTools pages
Prefer the live portal or need to verify build numbers? Bookmark these Hikvision URLs.
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English (global)
https://www.hikvision.com/en/support/tools/hitools/clea8b3e4ea7da90a9/ -
South Asia portal
https://www.hikvision.com/sa/support/tools/hitools/clea8b3e4ea7da90a9/
Reference build (confirm on Hikvision): V3.1.4.5 · ~68 MB · release dated 2025-11-11 (per Hikvision HiTools listing)
Open HiTools — SADPAfter you install
- Verify publisher / checksum if your IT policy requires it.
- Use a PC on the same broadcast domain as new cameras.
- Activate devices and store passwords in a vault.
- Document IPs before widening remote access.
SADP searches for online devices on the same network, shows device information, supports activation, editing network parameters, and password reset workflows, per Hikvision’s tool description.
SADP not finding devices?
Firewall, VPN, and wrong adapter are the usual causes on Windows.