HP LaserJet Pro MFP M426-M427 User Guide - Page 116
Printer security features, Introduction
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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. ● Assign or change the system password using the Embedded Web Server ● 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 display the IP address or host name. button or the Network Wi-Fi ON button to 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. 104 Chapter 8 Manage the printer ENWW
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