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
.
You can also see the
Embedded Web Server — Security: Administrator’s Guide
for additional information:
1
, and then navigate to
Support & Downloads
> select your printer.
2
Click the
Manuals
tab, and then select
Embedded Web Server — Security: Administrator’s Guide
.
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