How to Format the Local Storage of a Swann Security Recorder
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Answer: Using a mouse and monitor, go to Select your HDD by ticking the checkbox, then click
- For Swann Security recorders, go here to see where to find it →
- For MaxRanger4K™, you can format it via Swann Security app. Follow this instruction →
Format via Menu
Local storage is the HDD or micro SD (if your unit supports it) on your recorder. Regardless of the type of storage device you have, here's how you can format it from the recorder's interface.
For MaxRanger4K™
Only for this model where you can format its storage via Swann Security app. Choose your phone type:
Go to then choose your MaxRanger4K™ system and tap
Choose
Tap . Depending on your phone, it might prompt you to enter your phone's pin or scan your fingerprint.
A prompt will appear. Enter "Delete Everything", then tap
A message will appear that it will now format the local storage
Swipe left or right to navigate
Go to then choose your MaxRanger4K™ system. Swipe to the bottom, then tap
Choose
Tap
Tap
A prompt will appear confirming your action, tap
It will start formatting the storage. Once done, this message will appear: "Device has finished formatting storage"
Swipe left or right to navigate