Setting security using the Embedded Web Server (EWS)
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When disk encryption has finished, click the back arrow.
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Setting security using the Embedded Web Server (EWS)
You can enhance the security of network communications and device configuration by using the
advanced security options. These features are available through the Web page of the device.
Setting the system password
Setting the system password protects configuration of the Embedded Web Server. A system
password is also required for Secure mode and confidential communication with MVP.
To set the system password:
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Open your Web browser. In the address line, enter the IP address of the printer you want to
configure using the format: http: //ip_address/.
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Click Configuration.
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Under Other Settings, click Security.
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Click Create Password, if one has not been set previously. If a password has been set
before, click Change or Remove Password.
Using the secure Embedded Web Server
The SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) allows for secure connections to the Web server within the print
device. You can connect to the Embedded Web Server more securely by connecting to the SSL port
instead of the default http port. The SSL port connection will encrypt all Web server network
communications between the PC and the printer. To connect to the SSL port:
Open your Web browser. In the address line, enter the IP address of the printer you want to configure
using the format: https: //ip_address/.
Supporting SNMPv3 (Simple Network Management Protocol version
3)
SNMPv3 protocol allows for encrypted and authenticated network communications. It also lets the
administrator select a desired level of security. Prior to use, at least one user name and password
