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Printer security features
Introduction
The printer includes several security features to restrict who has access to configuration settings, to secure
data, and to prevent access to valuable hardware components.
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Assign or change the system password using the Embedded Web Server
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Lock the formatter
Assign or change the system password using the Embedded Web Server
Assign an administrator password for access to the printer and the HP Embedded Web Server so that
unauthorized users cannot change the printer settings.
1. Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):
a.
From the Home screen on the printer control panel, touch the Connection Information
button, and then touch the Network Connected button or the Network Wi-Fi ON button to
display the IP address or host name.
b. Open a Web browser, and in the address line, type the IP address or host name exactly as it
displays on the printer control panel. Press the Enter key on the computer keyboard. The EWS
opens.
NOTE: If the Web browser displays a There is a problem with this website’s security certificate
message when attempting to open the EWS, click Continue to this website (not recommended).
Choosing Continue to this website (not recommended) will not harm the computer while
navigating within the EWS for the HP printer.
2. On the System tab, click the Administration link in the left navigation pane.
3. In the area labeled Product Security, enter the password in the Password field.
4. Re-enter the password in the Confirm Password field.
5. Click the Apply button.
NOTE: Make note of the password and store it in a safe place.
Lock the formatter
The formatter has a slot that you can use to attach a security cable. Locking the formatter prevents someone
from removing valuable components from it.
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