M404DW User Manual

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Use the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) to enable the Cartridge Protection feature

From the EWS, a network administrator can enable the Cartridge Protection feature. This protects the cartridges

that are associated with the printer from being stolen and used in other printers.

1. Open the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS):

a. On the printer control panel, press the OK button to display the Home screen.

b. Use the arrow buttons and the OK button to navigate to and open the following menus:

1. Setup

2. Network Setup

3. General Settings

c. On the General Settings menu, select Show the IP Address, and then select Yes to display the printer's

IP address or host name.

d. 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 a message displays in the web browser indicating that the website might not be safe, select

the option to continue to the website. Accessing this website will not harm the computer.

2. On the EWS Home page, click the Settings tab.

3. In the left navigation pane, click Supplies to expand the options, and then click Supply Settings.

4. In the Cartridge Protection area, click the drop-down menu and select On.

5. Click Apply to save the changes.

CAUTION: After enabling Cartridge Protection for the printer, all subsequent toner cartridges installed in

the printer are automatically and permanently protected. To avoid protecting a new cartridge, disable the

feature before installing the new cartridge.

Turning the feature o does not turn o protection for cartridges that are currently installed.

Use the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) to disable the Cartridge Protection feature

From the EWS, a network administrator can disable the Cartridge Protection feature. This removes protection for

any new cartridges installed in the printer.