Simple Ways to Power Cycle Wyze Camera

PDF download Download Article
Learn how to power cycle and remotely restart your Wyze camera
PDF download Download Article

Do you need to power cycle your Wyze camera? If simply restarting your camera didn't solve your issue, power cycling might. But what is power cycling? It's essentially draining your electronic device of any charge to force it to refresh. This wikiHow article teaches you how to power cycle a Wyze camera.

Things You Should Know

  • To power cycle a Wyze camera, unplug it from power, wait 10-15 seconds, and then plug it back in.
  • You can use the mobile app to turn your camera off and back on again, but this is not power cycling it.
  • Power cycling fixes many software issues, like connectivity and screen freezing glitches.
Section 1 of 2:

Power Cycling

PDF download Download Article
  1. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/f\/f0\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-1.jpg\/v4-460px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/f\/f0\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-1.jpg\/v4-728px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    Remove the plug from the wall or from your camera. The light on the front will turn off, indicating that it doesn't have power.
    • This is usually the second step in troubleshooting a Wyze camera that isn't behaving. It might be connecting and disconnecting from Wi-Fi randomly, or it's frozen and not showing a live feed. If restarting the Wyze camera doesn't solve the issue, try power cycling it.
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/3\/3a\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-2.jpg\/v4-460px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-2.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/3\/3a\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-2.jpg\/v4-728px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-2.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    You want the camera to fully discharge so it loses power completely.
    Advertisement
  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/6c\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-3.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/6\/6c\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-3.jpg\/v4-728px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-3.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    After waiting a few seconds and reconnecting it to power, wait to let it reinitialize. The camera will need to reconnect to your Wi-Fi, too. [1]
    4. Advertisement
Section 2 of 2:

FAQ

PDF download Download Article
  1. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/2\/28\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-4.jpg\/v4-460px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-4.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/2\/28\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-4.jpg\/v4-728px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-4.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    Power cycling is unplugging your device from power, draining any power left in it, then plugging it back in. You have to be at your camera to physically unplug it. Doing this solves all sorts of errors, including error code 90.
    • Alternatively, you can stand at a circuit breaker and turn off power to your camera's power supply.
  2. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/5\/57\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-5.jpg\/v4-460px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-5.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/5\/57\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-5.jpg\/v4-728px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-5.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    No. If you're using your phone, you aren't manually unplugging it from power. Instead, you are simply turning it off and turning it back on.
    • If you want to try restarting your camera in the app, tap the camera's name once the app is open, then tap the Power icon.
  3. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/b\/bb\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-6.jpg\/v4-460px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-6.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/b\/bb\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-6.jpg\/v4-728px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-6.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    Once your camera powers back on, it should automatically reconnect to your Wi-Fi. But if not, here's how you can manually get it to connect to your network.
    • Open Wyze on your smartphone or tablet, then go to + to add a new camera in the "Devices" tab. Select your camera model from the list, then enter your Wi-Fi information (like the SSID and password ). After you've done that, your camera will be back on your network and appear on your phone!
  4. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/f\/f5\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-7.jpg\/v4-460px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-7.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/f\/f5\/Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-7.jpg\/v4-728px-Power-Cycle-Wyze-Camera-Step-7.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"<div class=\"mw-parser-output\"><p>\u00a9 2024 wikiHow, Inc. All rights reserved. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. This image is <b>not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc.<br>\n<\/p><p><br \/>\n<\/p><\/div>"}
    Since doing this will erase all your current settings and configurations, it's the last option in troubleshooting steps. You first want to remove any SD cards in your camera, then use a straightened paperclip or pin to push the recessed button called "Reset."
    • Push and hold this button for about 10 seconds and the light will be yellow, indicating that the camera is resetting. Let go, and the LED light will be blue to indicate that the camera is restarting. Wait for the camera to boot, and it'll be reset to factory settings.
    5. Advertisement

Expert Q&A

Ask a Question
200 characters left
Include your email address to get a message when this question is answered.
Submit
      Advertisement

      Tips

      Submit a Tip
      All tip submissions are carefully reviewed before being published
      Submit
      Thanks for submitting a tip for review!

      Other wikiHows

      How to
      Get Effects on Snapchat
      How to Relieve & Prevent Headaches & Migraines Fast
      How to Quickly and Easily Unclog a Toilet
      How to Use Uber for the First Time: Complete Beginner's Guide
      How to Take a Screenshot on a Windows PC: 8 Simple Tricks
      A Complete Guide to French Braiding Hair
      How to
      Play Poker
      How to Take Care of Potted Orchids
      How to
      Make a Piñata
      How to
      Make Guacamole
      How to
      Meditate
      How to
      Surf
      Advertisement

      References

      1. ↑ https://support.wyze.com/hc/en-us/articles/360031128792-How-to-power-cycle-the-camera-

      About This Article

      Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 1,964 times.

      Did this article help you?

      Advertisement