If you are still locked out after trying all nine sections of this guide, locate the manufacturer's support number (not a third-party paid hotline) and ask for the "Level 2 firmware reset team." They have master backdoor codes for legitimate owners.

This is the most reliable method for 90% of DVRs. You need a paperclip or a small screwdriver.

: You need to see who dinged your car or who left that package. You go to the DVR, right-click, and the login box appears. You try your "go-to" password. Invalid Password. The Default Guessing Game

Look at the date and time displayed on your DVR monitor screen (it must be the current display time, not the real world time).

Set up alerts for failed login attempts. 3. How to Reset a Forgotten DVR Password

Click the or Hint button on the login screen. Answer your pre-configured security questions.