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# **Guide: How to Connect an IP Camera to a PC for IP Configuration Using Camera Device Manager (NETCCTV UK IPC)** This step-by-step guide will help you connect your **IP camera** to a **PC** and configure its IP settings using **Camera Device Manager** . --- ## **Requirements** ✅ **IP Camera** (NETCCTV UK IPC or compatible) ✅ **PC/Laptop** (Windows recommended) ✅ **Ethernet Cable** (for direct connection) or **Router/Network Switch** ✅ **Power Supply** for the IP camera ✅ **Camera Device Manager Software** (or manufacturer's configuration tool) --- ## **Step 1: Physical Connection** ### **Option A: Direct Connection (Camera to PC via Ethernet)** 1. **Power on** the IP camera using its adapter. 2. **Connect** the camera to your PC using an **Ethernet cable**. 3. **Disable Wi-Fi** on your PC to avoid conflicts. ### **Option B: Connection via Router/Network Switch** 1. **Power on** the IP camera. 2. **Connect** the camera to your **router/switch** via Ethernet. 3. Ensure your **PC is on the same network** (Wi-Fi or Ethernet). --- ## **Step 2: Find the Camera’s IP Address** ### **Using Camera Device Manager (Recommended)** 1. **Download u0026 Install** [Camera Device Manager](https://www.netcctv.com/) (or the manufacturer’s tool). 2. **Open the software** and scan for cameras. 3. The camera should appear in the list with its **default IP** (e.g., `192.168.1.108`). ### **Alternative: Using IP Scanner (Advanced Method)** - Use **Advanced IP Scanner** or **Angry IP Scanner** to find the camera’s IP. --- ## **Step 3: Configure the Camera’s IP Address** 1. **Open Camera Device Manager** and select your camera. 2. Click **