HP LaserJet Enterprise, HP PageWide Enterprise - Configure printer security features

Assign an administrator password for access to the printer and the HP Embedded Web Server (EWS) so that unauthorized users cannot change the printer settings.

1. In the address line of a web browser, type the printer IP address or host name and then press Enter to open the Embedded Web Server (EWS).

2. On the EWS Home page, click the Sign In button on the top right corner of the page, and then enter the Administrator credentials, as follows:

   • Local Device Account: Administrator

   • Password: admin

3. Click the Security tab.

   Security tab

   

4. In the left navigation pane, select General Security.

5. In the User Name field, enter or select the desired administrator user name.

6. Enter a password in the New Password field, and then enter it again in the Verify Password field.

   Note:

   For more information about password requirements for length and complexity, go to HP FutureSmart 4 and 5 - Administrative Password Security Features.

   Note:

   To change an existing password, first enter the existing password in the Old Password field.

   Note:

   Make note of the password and store it in a safe place. The administrator password cannot be recovered. If the administrator password is lost or forgotten, contact HP Support at support.hp.com for the assistance required to completely reset the printer.

7. Click Apply to save the settings.

   Note:

   To maintain security, click Sign Out when you have finished using the EWS.

Some features on the printer control panel can be secured so that unauthorized people cannot use them. When a feature is secured, the printer prompts you to sign in before you can use it.

1. From the Home screen on the printer control panel, select Sign In.

2. Follow the prompts to enter the credentials.