How to Reset the Dlink DCS-1100

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On this page I will show you how reset the Dlink DCS-1100 Internet camera back to it's original factory defaults. This is not the same thing as a reboot. When you reboot a camera you cycle the power to the device. When you reset this camera you take all the previously configured settings and return every single one of them back to the original factory defaults.

Warning: Be careful when resetting this camera. It gets confusing if you don't know what settings are changed and what settings are not. Consider the following:

  • The camera's main username and password are returned to factory defaults.
  • If you have ever made any other changes to this camera they will be erased. Write these down so you can reconfigure these after the reset is complete.

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This is the reset router guide for the Dlink DCS-1100. We also have the following guides for the same router:

Reset the Dlink DCS-1100

The first step to a reset is knowing where the tiny recessed reset button is located. In the image below I have circled it's location for you.

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This is the reset page from your Dlink DCS-1100 router.

As you can see from the image it is located on the side panel of the device. Take the tip of an unfolded paperclip and press down on the reset button for about 10 seconds. This starts the reset process. If you don't hold this button down for long enough you might simply reboot the camera instead of resetting it like you wanted to.

Login to the Dlink DCS-1100

After resetting your Dlink DCS-1100 camera you'll need to log into it. This is done by using the factory default username and password. Don't know where to get these? We have them listed for you in our Login Guide.

Tip: If the defaults aren't logging you in it may be because the reset button wasn't held down for long enough.

Change Your Password

Now that you're logged in we suggest setting a new password. This can be a difficult task as strong passwords have many elements. If you'd like some help check out our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Dlink DCS-1100 Help

Be sure to check out our other Dlink DCS-1100 info that you might be interested in.

This is the reset router guide for the Dlink DCS-1100. We also have the following guides for the same router: