How do I mount my Arlo Essential Security Camera (3rd Gen)?

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Before you mount your Arlo Essential Security Camera (3rd Gen) on a wall, make sure you have found a location with strong signal strength.

Note: Do not mount the camera until instructed to do so during the installation process.

This article applies to:

  • Arlo Essential Security Camera 2K/HD (3rd Gen)
  • Arlo Essential XL Security Camera 2K/HD (3rd Gen)

You need the following items to mount your Arlo Essential Security Camera (3rd Gen):

  • Power drill with a 15/64-inch (size B, 6mm) drill bit
  • Phillips-head screwdriver
  • Pencil
  • The following items that came in the box with your camera:
    • Mounting Plate
    • Screws
    • Wall anchors

To mount your Arlo Essential Security Camera (3rd Gen) on a wall:

  1. Drill pilot holes for the Mounting Plate.
    • Using the Mounting Plate as a guide, mark pilot hole locations with a pencil.
    • Drill pilot holes using the pencil marks as a guide.
      If you are using wall anchors, drill the pilot holes with a 15/64 (size B, 6mm) drill bit. Then, insert the wall anchors into the pre-drilled holes.
  2. Secure the Mounting Plate to the wall.
    • With the arrow pointing up, align the Mounting Plate with the pre-drilled holes.
    • Use the provided screws to secure the Mounting Plate to the wall.
  3. Slide the Camera onto the Mounting Plate.
    • Align the arrow on the Mount with the arrow on the Mounting Plate.
    • Slide the Camera onto the Mounting Plate to lock it in place. test to make sure it feels secure.
  4. Adjust Camera angle.
    • Hold the mount while firmly grasping and rotating the camera to achieve the desired angle.