Access The Device - Axis M1045-LW User Manual

AXIS M1045-LW Network Camera
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Access the device

1. Open a browser and enter the IP address or host name of the Axis device.
If you do not know the IP address, use AXIS IP Utility or AXIS Device Manager to find the device on the network.
2. Enter the username and password. If you access the device for the first time, you must set the root password. See Set a
new password for the root account on page 5 .
3. The live view page opens in your browser.
Set a new password for the root account
Important
The default administrator username is root. If the password for root is lost, reset the device to factory default settings.
1. Type a password. Follow the instructions about secure passwords. See Secure passwords on page 5 .
2. Retype the password to confirm the spelling.
3. Click Create login. The password has now been configured.
Secure passwords
Important
Axis devices send the initially set password in clear text over the network. To protect your device after the first login, set
up a secure and encrypted HTTPS connection and then change the password.
The device password is the primary protection for your data and services. Axis devices do not impose a password policy as they
may be used in various types of installations.
To protect your data we strongly recommend that you:
• Use a password with at least 8 characters, preferably created by a password generator.
• Don't expose the password.
• Change the password at a recurring interval, at least once a year.
To watch this video, go to the web version of this document.
www.axis.com/products/online-manual/22461#t10098905
Support tip: Password security confirmation check
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