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Local Access

Access ArkKVM from your local network (LAN).

Quick Access​

  1. Find the ArkKVM device IP address shown on the screen

  2. Open a browser on a device connected to the same network

  3. Enter the following in the address bar:

    • http://<arkkvm-ip> (default)
    • or https://<arkkvm-ip> (if HTTPS is enabled)

Settings​

Go to:

Settings → Access

Available options:

  • HTTPS Mode
  • Authentication

HTTPS Mode​

Controls how the local connection is secured. For local microphone to remote microphone, https mode should be turned on as browser

Modes​

Disabled​

  • No encryption
  • For trusted or temporary use only

Self-signed​

  • Encrypted connection
  • Browser may show a warning on first access
  • You can proceed after confirming

Custom​

  • Use your own TLS certificate

Required:

  • Certificate (full chain)
  • Private Key

Click Apply Certificate and reboot to activate.

Authentication​

Controls access to the local web UI.

Status​

  • Not set → No login required
  • Set → Login required

Set Password​

  1. Go to Settings → Access
  2. Click Set Password
  3. Enter and confirm password
  4. Save

Advanced​

  • Self-signed is recommended for most local setups
  • Custom certificates are useful for managed environments
  • Invalid certificate/key pairs may break HTTPS access
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  • If no password is set, anyone on the same network with the device IP can access the web UI

Reset local Password​

If you've forgotten your local password, there are two ways to reset it:

Option 1: Reset Password via SSH​

If SSH access is enabled on your ArkKVM, you can reset the password using SSH.

Step 1: Connect via SSH​

Use your SSH key to connect to the device:

ssh root@<device IP address>

Step 2: Reset the configuration​

Run the following commands:

cd /userdata/
rm /userdata/arkkvm/config /userdata/arkkvm/config.bak
reboot

What this does​

This removes both the active configuration file and its backup, forcing ArkKVM to recreate a fresh configuration on the next boot.

As a result:

  • The local password will be removed
  • All current settings will be cleared After the device restarts, you will need to set it up again.
Notes
  • SSH access must have been enabled beforehand
  • You will need your SSH key to connect
  • This resets all local settings, not just the password

Option 2: Factory Reset​

If SSH access is not enabled and you cannot access the device, you can reset the password by performing a factory reset.

Follow the steps in the Factory Reset guide under Advanced Usage. A factory reset will restore the device to its original state and remove the current password.

Important​

  • All settings will be erased, including network configuration and cloud connection
  • You will need to set up the device again after the reset
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This method is more drastic than changing a password, but it ensures you regain full access to the device.