Encrypting the Password

Password encryption allows you to encrypt confidential information (all passwords, certificate private keys) stored in the printer.

  1. On a computer connected to the same network as the printer, open a browser and enter the printer's IP address.

    You can check the printer's IP address using the following menu.

    • Wired LAN or Wireless LAN
      Settings > General Settings > Network Settings > Network Status > Wired LAN/Wi-Fi Status
  2. Enter the administrator password to log in as an administrator.

  3. Select in the following order.

    Product Security tab > Password Encryption

  4. Select ON to enable encryption.

  5. Click OK.