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How to Reset the Dlink DCS-2100+

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On this page I will show you how to reset the Dlink DCS-2100+ Internet camera back to it's original factory defaults. This is not the same thing as a reboot. A reboot is a way of cycling the power to the device to solve some minor problems you may be having with your device. When you reset a camera you take all the settings and return every one of them back to factory defaults.

Warning: Resetting this Internet camera can be a problem if you don't understand what settings are changed. Anything you have ever changed is restored to the original factory defaults. Consider the following:

  • The router's main username and password are returned to factory defaults.
  • The Internet name and password you use are returned to factory defaults as well.
  • If you use a DSL connection you may need to re-enter the Internet Service Provider's username and password. Call your local ISP for more details.
  • Have you made any other changes to this camera's interface? Those will all be changed back to the original factory defaults or simply erased.

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This is the reset router guide for the Dlink DCS-2100+. We also have the following guides for the same router:

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Begin by locating the reset button on the back panel of the Dlink DCS-2100+ Internet camera. We have found it for you and circled it for you in the image below.

router reset factory settings
This is the reset page from your Dlink DCS-2100+ router.

Take the end of a pen or sharp pencil and press down on this button for a full 10 seconds. If you don't hold this button down for the full time you may end up only rebooting the camera instead of resetting it like you wanted.

Remember this reset is going to erase every single setting you have ever changed on your camera. If you want to try and avoid that you need to try other troubleshooting methods first.

Login to the Dlink DCS-2100+

To log into your Dlink DCS-2100+ Internet camera after it's been reset you'll need to know the default username and password. Don't know where to find these? We have them for you in our Login Guide.

Tip: If it seems the defaults aren't working for you try holding the reset button down for longer.

Change Your Password

After logging in we suggest setting a new password. A strong password can be difficult to think up on your own, so if you'd like some help check out our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.

Setup WiFi on the Dlink DCS-2100+

Now is a great time to check on the wireless settings you use for this camera. This includes the SSID, the Internet password, and the security method. We recommend using WPA2 with a strong password. For more details check on our How to Setup WiFi on the Dlink DCS-2100+ page.

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Dlink DCS-2100+ Help

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This is the reset router guide for the Dlink DCS-2100+. We also have the following guides for the same router: