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User's Manual - 25
HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) Advanced mode
This section explains how to enable authentication and encrypted communication over SSL
(Secure Socket Layer). It helps protect streaming data transmission over the Internet on higher
security level.
Enable HTTPS
Check this item to enable HTTPS communication, and then select a connection option: "HTTP & HTTPS"
or "HTTPS only". Note that you have to create and install certificate rst in the second column before
clicking the Save button.
Create and Install Certificate Method
Before using HTTPS for communication with the Network Camera, a Certificate must be created rst.
There are three ways to create and install certificate:
Create self-signed certificate automatically
1. Select this option.
2. In the first column, check Enable HTTPS secure connection, and then select a connection option:
“HTTP & HTTPS” or “HTTPS only”.
3. Click Save to generate certificate.