Are you trying to using a hardware programmer, or do you just need to update the software through the DVR's menu? Firmware - Download - Hikvision Global Firmware - Download - Hikvision Global.

If your device is still functional, you can update the firmware through:

: Sites like ipcamtalk or use-IP are useful for troubleshooting hardware-level failures where a dump might be necessary. Update Methods

(Board ID DS-80298_P-REV1.1), though these may require contacting the provider or paying for the file.

offers firmware downloads for various HQHI models, including the DS-7204HQHI-K1

Direct downloads for raw flash dumps (SPI memory images) of the Hikvision 7204HQHI

If you are looking for standard firmware updates to resolve software issues or update features, you can find them on official portals:

are typically not hosted on official Hikvision support sites, which prioritize standard firmware update files ( .dav or .bin ). Flash dumps are generally used for hardware-level repair (re-flashing the chip) and are often found on specialized technical forums or third-party repositories. Official Firmware Sources