hikvision access control

Question

how to configure access control DS-K2604T with DS-K1201AMF

Answer 1

Configuring a Hikvision DS-K2604T access control terminal with a DS-K1201AMF face recognition module and integrating it with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) involves several steps. Below is a general guide to help you set up the system:

Prerequisites

• Ensure the Hikvision devices (DS-K2604T and DS-K1201AMF) are properly installed and connected to the network.
• Verify that the devices are running the latest firmware from Hikvision.
• Ensure you have administrative access to Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD).
• A computer with Hikvision's configuration software (e.g., iVMS-4200 or SADP) installed.

Configure the Hikvision Devices

Assign IP Addresses:

• Use the SADP tool to discover the devices on your network and assign static IP addresses to the DS-K2604T and DS-K1201AMF.

Access the Web Interface:

• Open a web browser and enter the IP address of the DS-K2604T.
• Log in using the admin credentials.

Configure Face Recognition:

• Navigate to the face recognition settings and ensure the DS-K1201AMF module is properly recognized and configured.
• Add users and upload their facial images to the device.

Set Up Access Control Rules:

• Define access control rules, such as time zones and door permissions, in the DS-K2604T configuration.

Integrate with Microsoft Entra ID

Hikvision devices do not natively support direct integration with Microsoft Entra ID. However, you can achieve integration through the following methods:

Option 1: Use a Middleware Solution

• Use a third-party middleware or access control software that supports both Hikvision devices and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Examples include:
  • Hikvision iVMS-4200 (with custom scripting or plugins).
  • Third-party access control platforms like Genetec, Lenel, or others that support Azure AD integration.

Custom Integration via API

• Use Hikvision's Open API and Microsoft Graph API to build a custom integration.
• Steps:
  1. Enable API access for the DS-K2604T (check Hikvision's documentation for API details).
  2. Use Microsoft Graph API to sync user data from Entra ID to the Hikvision device.
  3. Write a script or application to periodically sync user information (e.g., names, photos) from Entra ID to the Hikvision device.

Manual User Sync

• Manually export user data from Microsoft Entra ID (e.g., CSV file with user names and photos).
• Import the data into the Hikvision device using its web interface or iVMS-4200 software.

Test the System

• Verify that the face recognition module (DS-K1201AMF) is working correctly.
• Test access control by having users authenticate using their faces.
• Ensure that the integration with Entra ID is functioning as expected (e.g., user data is synced correctly).