https://community.arlo.com/t5/Arlo-Essential-Outdoor-2nd-Gen/Connecting-directly-to-a-home-wifi/m-p/1932967#M133 <P>MaStoops,</P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P>Arlo Essential Generation 2 cameras connect directly to your home network. To get started, download the Arlo Secure app from the app store and create an Arlo account (if you don't already have one). Once your account is created, tap the "+" icon within the app and select "add device". Choose the camera model that you've purchased and continue to follow the on-screen installation instructions.</P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P>JamesC</P> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 21:47:35 GMT JamesC 2023-10-30T21:47:35Z https://community.arlo.com/t5/Arlo-Essential-Outdoor-2nd-Gen/Connecting-directly-to-a-home-wifi/m-p/1932965#M132 <P>I just purchased a 2 essential outdoor camera. Do I need to buy the base unit to connect it to my phone or tablet? Or can I connect it directly?</P> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 21:40:39 GMT https://community.arlo.com/t5/Arlo-Essential-Outdoor-2nd-Gen/Connecting-directly-to-a-home-wifi/m-p/1932965#M132 MaStoops 2023-10-30T21:40:39Z https://community.arlo.com/t5/Arlo-Essential-Outdoor-2nd-Gen/Connecting-directly-to-a-home-wifi/m-p/1932967#M133 <P>MaStoops,</P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P>Arlo Essential Generation 2 cameras connect directly to your home network. To get started, download the Arlo Secure app from the app store and create an Arlo account (if you don't already have one). Once your account is created, tap the "+" icon within the app and select "add device". Choose the camera model that you've purchased and continue to follow the on-screen installation instructions.</P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P>JamesC</P> Mon, 30 Oct 2023 21:47:35 GMT https://community.arlo.com/t5/Arlo-Essential-Outdoor-2nd-Gen/Connecting-directly-to-a-home-wifi/m-p/1932967#M133 JamesC 2023-10-30T21:47:35Z