Did you just bought a new Arlo security camera? If your answer is a big yes, then this is a big moment to celebrate. This is one of the finest things you did to enhance the security of your home. But, what happened? You searched for “how to reset Arlo”? Don’t worry! You are not alone! A number of new Arlo users are forced to reset it. But, what have led you reset it? Have to lost or forgotten the Arlo camera login details, or you are unable to do Arlo base station setup? Your Arlo isn’t working after firmware update, or you are unable to perform the Arlo firmware update?
What Information is Provided Here?
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Cons to reset Arlo
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Pros to restart Arlo
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Steps to reset Arlo
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Instructions to re-sync or reconfigure Arlo after resetting it
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Fixes, if you are unable to setup Arlo after resetting
Look, there can be many reasons that might have led you to reset your device. Before getting hyped or getting stressed out, why don’t you try restarting your camera? The reason being, factory resetting Arlo security camera will set it back to factory default values. And, most important! The reset process will also remove your linked Arlo security cameras and your account. This means that you have to reinstall the Arlo setup app and do the Arlo camera setup again.
Whereas, restart will just reboot the camera and it will not affect any settings of remove anything. How to restart Arlo? For this, you need to disconnect and reconnect your Arlo to your host router after restarting it. Moreover, unplug your Arlo, wait for a couple of seconds, and plug it back in again.
If you still want to reset your Arlo, then here are the instructions to be followed in a correct manner.
Reset Arlo: Complete Instructions
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First things first, disconnect your Arlo from your host router.
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After disconnecting them, wait for a couple of seconds.
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Then, press and hold the sync button on your Arlo camera for a couple of seconds.
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As soon as you see that the LED on your Arlo device has started blinking, release the sync button.
Now that you are successfully done with resetting your Arlo security camera using sync button, scroll down a little and know how to do Arlo camera setup using the Arlo app.
How to do Arlo Setup using the App?
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Right off the bat, download and install the Arlo setup app from Play Store or App Store. To prevent any sort of inconvenience, we suggest you download the correct version of the app. And, if your app needs to be updated, update it before putting it into use.
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Thereafter, you have to log in to your Arlo app using correct email ID and password.
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As soon as you are logged in to the app, you might see “Settings” option, don’t you? If yes, click or tap on it. After that, proceed by clicking or tapping on “My Devices”. You have to select a device that you just reset.
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Follow the on-screen prompts to re-sync your Arlo to your Base Station the SmartHub.
If you don’t want to use the Arlo setup app instructions to re-sync or reconfigure Arlo, then you can do it manually by following the instructions provided on the Arlo setup guide (manual).
Unable to Setup Arlo? Let’s Help!
If you are unable to setup Arlo after resetting it, then ensure that:
• Your Arlo security camera is connected to your host router. Apart from this, your router’s firmware must be up-to-date and you must have active and speedy internet range from your ISP side.
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You have linked your Arlo security camera (s) with the Arlo app.
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The Ethernet cable (if you have connected your Arlo and host router using a wired source) is well working and connected firmly into the correct ports of your router and Arlo.
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You have followed the exact Arlo camera setup instructions.
Bonus!
Do Arlo base station setup and then configure your Arlo camera. Once you are done, sync the camera and the base station. Just press and hold the sync button on the side panel of your base station. Then, press and hold the sync button on the top of your Arlo camera.
Note: Do not hold the sync button on the devices for too long. Doing so will reset them again.
Here’s the end! So, were this article and the information, fixes, and Arlo setup instructions provided here helpful?
