Open the GenetecServer.gconfig file with Notepad (Run as Administrator).
Note: For security reasons, Genetec systems often force you to change these default passwords immediately upon the first successful login. How to Log In for the First Time
Restart the service in Windows Services to apply the change. Method 2: Resetting via SQL Batch File genetec config tool default password free
The "Admin" user password for Security Center is stored in the Directory database. Advanced users can reset it by running an SQL script through the Windows Command Prompt to set the password field to a known hash or blank. Method 3: Technical Support
When setting up or troubleshooting a Genetec Security Center system, finding the correct credentials for the Config Tool is often the first hurdle. For most standard installations, the default credentials for a fresh Genetec Config Tool setup are a username of and a blank password . Open the GenetecServer
To prevent unauthorized access, follow these hardening best practices :
Navigate to Start > All Programs > Genetec Security Center > Config Tool . Method 2: Resetting via SQL Batch File The
Navigate to the configuration folder (typically C:\Program Files (x86)\Genetec Security Center 5.x\ConfigurationFiles ).
Locate and change updated to false with your new password.