How to Upgrade VIGI NVR Firmware

Contents

Introduction

Requirements

Configuration

Configuration for the NVR GUI

Configuration for the NVR Local Web UI

Configuration for the VIGI Config Tool

Configuration for VIGI Local VMS

Configuration for VIGI Cloud VMS

Configuration for VIGI App

Conclusion

QA

Introduction

Keeping your VIGI NVR firmware up to date provides access to the latest features, performance improvements, security enhancements, and issue fixes. This guide explains how to upgrade the firmware of a VIGI NVR via the NVR GUI, NVR Web Interface, VIGI App, VIGI Config Tool, VIGI Local VMS, or VIGI Cloud VMS, using either the available online or local upgrade method.

Requirements

• VIGI NVR

Configuration

The firmware of a VIGI NVR can be upgraded using several management platforms. Select the appropriate method based on how the NVR is currently managed and whether you want to perform an online or local upgrade.

NVR GUI: Online or local upgrade

NVR Web Interface: Online or local upgrade

VIGI Config Tool: Online or local upgrade

VIGI Local VMS: Online or local upgrade

VIGI Cloud VMS: Online or local upgrade

VIGI App: Online upgrade

For a local upgrade, download the firmware corresponding to the NVR’s exact model and hardware version from the TP-Link Download Center. Do not power off or disconnect the NVR during the upgrade.

Configuration for the NVR GUI

Note: Before upgrading the firmware locally via the NVR GUI, please download the corresponding firmware based on your VIGI NVRs model and hardware version from the TP-Link official website Download Center.

After downloading, extract the firmware package to obtain the .bin file required for the upgrade. Copy the .bin file to a USB drive, then plug the USB drive into the VIGI NVR's USB port to proceed with the upgrade.

Step 1. Log in to the VIGI NVR and go to Settings.

Step 2. Go to System > Firmware Upgrade > then select the upgrade type for the NVR.

If the NVR is online and has an upgrade available the firmware upgrade prompt will look like the attached image:

Configuration for the NVR Local Web UI

Step 1. Log in to the NVR, navigate to Settings > System > Upgrade Firmware > and select your firmware upgrade method, whether Online or Local.

If the NVR is online and has an upgrade available the firmware upgrade prompt will look like the attached image:

Configuration for the VIGI Config Tool

Step 1. Start VIGI Config Tool and navigate to Device Management > and click Edit for the VIGI NVR needing a firmware update.

Step 2. Go to System > Upgrade Firmware > and select the upgrade type.

If the NVR is online and has an upgrade available, the firmware upgrade prompt will look like the attached image:

Configuration for VIGI Local VMS

Step 1. Log into the Local VMS and navigate to Devices > select the Site the NVR resides on > and click Edit.

Step 2. Go to System > Upgrade Firmware > and Upgrade by importing the firmware file.

Configuration for VIGI Cloud VMS

Step 1. Log into VMS Cloud and navigate to your Organization > Devices > Site > and click the Edit icon on the NVR

Step 2. Go to System > Upgrade Firmware > select the firmware upgrade type.

Configuration for VIGI App

Step 1. Open the VIGI App and go to Edit > Settings.

Step 2. Select Firmware Update > Check for Update.

Conclusion

You have successfully upgraded the firmware of your VIGI NVR using the available management method. Keeping the NVR firmware up to date helps maintain system stability, security, and access to the latest features. Do not power off or disconnect the NVR during the upgrade process.

To learn more about each function and configuration, please visit Support Home to download or check the manual for your product.

QA

Q1: What should I do if the VIGI NVR firmware upgrade fails?

A1: Verify that the firmware file matches the NVR’s exact model and hardware version. If performing an online upgrade, confirm that the NVR has a stable internet connection. For a local upgrade, download the firmware file again and retry. Do not power off or disconnect the NVR during the upgrade.