Sony SNC-VM642R Network Camera Firmware 2.8.0 Download

Posted at December 21, 2024 by PCI-DB Team

Sony SNC-VM642R Network Camera Firmware 2.8.0 Description

Functions added in Ver. 2.8.0

The following models are supported. 
- SNC-VB640/VB642D/VM641/VM642R/EB640/EB642R/EM641/EM642R

Improvement to Problems

Problems corrected in Ver. 2.8.0
- There was a problem that the camera rarely reboots when LAN connection is disconnected repeatedly in case while connecting via RTSP over TCP streaming. This problem has been corrected. (Problem since Ver. 1.2.0. Corrected in Ver. 2.8.0.)

Software version upgrade procedure

To upgrade the software of the camera to this version, be sure to use SNC toolbox V.1.4.1 or higher.

About Network Camera Firmware Updates:

Updating to a newer firmware version than the one already installed on your network camera can improve the device’s overall performance and stability, resolve various issues, and add support for newly developed features or enhance existing ones.

On the other hand, downgrading the camera’s firmware can recover its functionality in the unlikely event the currently installed version is faulty, or the device’s performance dropped after an upgrade. However, bear in mind that applying an earlier build might not always be possible.

Changing the camera’s firmware must be performed when the new release resolves an issue that your device has encountered or adds a new feature (or enhances an existing one) that could prove useful to you.

As for the installation method, the steps vary depending on the model you own, but basically, you must connect your camera via an Ethernet cable (username and password required), and use the downloadable file in the Firmware Update section to upgrade your device. Make sure you do not interrupt the installation process.

However, make sure you carefully read and understand the installation steps so that you don’t end up with a broken device. This process isn’t intended to be destructive, but still, it’s best to save all configurations before applying a different firmware.

That being said, if you consider that this firmware improves your device in any way, then hit the download button and get the desired version; if not, check our website as often as possible so that you don’t miss the update that will boost your camera’s performance. 

  It is highly recommended to always use the most recent driver version available.

Try to set a system restore point before installing a device driver. This will help if you installed an incorrect or mismatched driver. Problems can arise when your hardware device is too old or not supported any longer.

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