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Security guides & advice
Practical guidance on Hikvision cameras, recorders and installation, written from what NE's team sees on sites across Kenya.
Buyer's Guide
Hikvision ColorVu cameras: the Kenya buyer's guide
How ColorVu keeps footage in full colour at night, how it compares to IR, and which models suit Kenyan homes, shops and warehouses.
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11 min read
Equipment Checklist
Hikvision CCTV system: the complete equipment checklist
Every component a working system needs — cameras, NVR, drive sizing, cable grade, brackets and weatherproofing — with ready-made kit lists for 4, 8 and 16 cameras.
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10 min read
DIY Guide
Can you install Hikvision CCTV at home by yourself?
An honest answer — what you can safely do yourself, the CCA cable trap, how to size a PoE budget, and the point where calling a professional is cheaper.
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11 min read
Beginner Guide
Hikvision CCTV installation guide for complete beginners
NVR vs DVR, what PoE actually means, a 4-camera equipment list, and why port forwarding fails on Kenyan ISPs. Written for first-timers.
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10 min read
NVR Guide
How to set up a Hikvision NVR: step-by-step guide
Six stages in order — hardware checklist, HDD install, first-boot wizard, camera pairing, recording schedules, Hik-Connect, then hardening before you go live.
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9 min read
Home Guide
How to Set Up a Hikvision CCTV System at Home
Planning coverage zones, choosing NVR and PoE cameras, running cable in conduit, initialising the HDD, and getting Hik-Connect working on your phone.
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11 min read
Setup Guide
Hikvision camera setup guide for Kenyan homes and SMEs
The full setup sequence for homes and small businesses: mounting, PoE wiring, SADP activation, Hik-Connect, and the security hardening most people skip.
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10 min read
Installation Guide
Hikvision camera and NVR installation guide for Kenya
From the shopping list to a live feed on your phone — preparation, camera placement, PoE wiring, SADP IP setup, recording schedules and Hik-Connect.
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10 min read
Beginner Guide
Hikvision CCTV Setup: A Beginner's Guide for Kenya
Choosing gear, cabling inside the 100-metre PoE limit, activating the NVR, initialising storage, and switching on Hik-Connect — in the order that works.
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11 min read
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