[Camera/Linux-base NVR] How to reload in Internet Explorer mode when browsing in Microsoft Edge?

Question

How to reload in Internet Explorer mode when browsing in Microsoft Edge?

Answer

VIVOTEK legacy network cameras and Linux-based NVRs can only stream content by installing plugins on Internet Explorer. However, the Internet Explorer 11 desktop application will no longer be supported on certain versions of Windows 10 after June 15, 2022. Microsoft encourages customers to transition to Microsoft Edge. This article will explain how to use Internet Explorer mode when browsing in Microsoft Edge.

1. Open the Edge browser.

2. Open the Edge menu by clicking "..." icon and select "Settings".

3. Navigate to "Default browser" and enable the option "Allow sites to be reloaded in Internet Explorer mode" by setting it to "Allow".

Restart the application to apply the changes.

4. Access the cameras or NVRs using its IP address. (Note: You will see that this plug-in is not supported.)

5. Click the "...' icon one more time and select "Reload in Internet Explorer mode".

Note: Please add the address to the trusted sites if Edge shows a 401 Unauthorized error. Here is an article that can help in case you are unfamiliar with the configuration: How to add a website as a trusted site for Microsoft Edge

6. Ensure that all required add-ons and programs are installed.

Then, you will then be able to view the image.

7. Enable 'Open this page in Internet Explorer mode' and select 'Done'.