[All cameras] How do I access the camera file system using FileZilla (FTP)?

Question

How do I access the camera file system using FileZilla (FTP)?

Answer

FileZilla is a free and open-source client for the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) that allows you to transfer files between your computer and a device on the network. You can use FileZilla to access the file directory on a VIVOTEK camera by connecting to the camera's built-in FTP server. Please follow the steps below. 

Note: Be sure to enable the FTP function otherwise you won’t be able to connect to the camera FTP server. 

Step 1. Download and install FileZilla Client on your computer from the official website: FileZilla Website

Step 2. After installation, open FileZilla. From the top menu, go to Transfer → Transfer type → Binary. This helps prevent file corruption when transferring system files. 

Step 3. Enter the following camera information in the Quickconnect bar and click Quickconnect. 

• Host: Camera IP address
• Username: root 
• Password: The password of the root account
• Port: 21 (default FTP port, if required)  

Step 4. When prompted, confirm the security warning (if any). Once connected successfully, the camera's file directory will appear in the right-side panel of FileZilla, and you can browse or transfer files as needed.