HP consumer printers - Minimum security settings for open networks

HP does not recommend connecting a printer to an open network that is not secured behind a firewall or router. This increases the risk of other people accessing printer functions, printing unwanted pages, or worse. To avoid security issues, make sure the printer is connected to a secured network with a configured firewall or router.

HP recommends upgrading your printer to the latest firmware version. To obtain the latest firmware, go to HP Software and Driver Downloads and search for your printer model.

If you must connect the printer to an open network, change security settings to help reduce the risk of unwanted access.

Network settings

Change network settings to improve printer security. The following settings are available in the printer homepage. Go to Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS) for more information.

Web Services and cloud printing

Web Services supports HP ePrint, HP Instant Ink, printing apps, and voice printing. Disable Web Services and cloud printing if you do not use these services. The following settings are available in the printer homepage. Go to Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS) for more information.

Fax settings

Change these fax settings to help prevent unwanted faxes. Navigate to the Fax or Setup menus on the printer control panel to change the settings.

Additional security settings

To help keep the printer secure, make sure the printer gets regular updates and set up an administrator password. The following settings are available in the printer homepage. Go to Use the HP printer Embedded Web Server (EWS) for more information.