Securing IP cameras requires moving away from "plug-and-play" default configurations toward a defense-in-depth approach. 1. Implement Strong Authentication

The most reliable method for resetting the Axis 206M to factory default settings is a hardware-based hard reset, which wipes all configurations.

The Axis 206M remains a functional piece of hardware for local network surveillance. The distinctive intitle:"Live View / – AXIS 206M" search operator reveals how its web interface was designed. By using the default IP 192.168.0.90 , the username root , and following the steps for initial password setup, you can access its high-resolution (for its time) live video feed. If you intend to keep the camera in service, the most critical step is to change the default password and keep it off the public internet. The official Axis manuals and software provide all the information necessary for configuration and troubleshooting, making the Axis 206M a viable, though caution-demanding, tool for local area network monitoring.