Erasing volatile memory
The volatile memory (RAM) installed in your printer requires a power source to retain information. To erase the buffered
data, turn off the printer.
Erasing non
‑
volatile memory
Erase individual settings, device and network settings, security settings, and embedded solutions by following these
steps:
1
Turn off the printer.
2
Hold down
2
and
6
on the keypad while turning the printer on. Release the buttons only when the screen with the
progress bar appears.
The printer performs a power-on sequence, and then the Configuration menu appears. When the printer is fully
turned on, a list of functions appears on the printer display.
3
Press the up or down arrow button until
Wipe All Settings
appears.
The printer will restart several times during this process.
Note:
Wipe All Settings securely removes device settings, solutions, jobs, and passwords from the printer
memory.
4
Navigate to:
Back
>
Exit Config Menu
The printer will perform a power
‑
on reset, and then return to normal operating mode.
Finding printer security information
In high-security environments, it may be necessary to take additional steps to make sure that confidential data stored
in the printer cannot be accessed by unauthorized persons. For more information, visit the
Lexmark security Web page
.
You can also see the
Embedded Web Server Administrator’s Guide
for additional information:
1
Go to
http://support.lexmark.com
, and then navigate to
Software and Solutions
>
Other Applications
.
2
Click the
Manuals
tab, and then select the
Embedded Web Server Administrator’s Guide
.
Securing the printer
107
