: Use the Hikvision SADP Tool to select your device and click "Forgot Password" to export a .xml file.
Example — Minimal reset request (HMAC) hikvision xml key generator
The primary "white paper" or official guide for this process is Hikvision's Password Reset Exported XML Method Tool Required : You must use the : Use the Hikvision SADP Tool to select
In typical, recommended use, the "XML key" is a secure password reset token, not something a user generates themselves. This process is the cornerstone of Hikvision's official password recovery system for its vast range of IP cameras, DVRs, and NVRs. Note: Keep your locked Hikvision device powered on
Note: Keep your locked Hikvision device powered on and connected to the network after exporting the file. If the device reboots, the timestamp changes, rendering the generated response file invalid. 4. Import the Unlock Key
Click on the link in the bottom right corner of the interface.
Find your device in the list and check the box next to it.