Factory reset for the M281cdw - I don't have the password

[supergus]

I need to reconnect my computer to the wireless network but can't log in to make the changes because I don't know what the admin password is for the printer. I've tried all my known passwords with no luck.

I believe I need to do a full factory reset but can't because I don't have the admin password. How do I do a factory reset without the admin password?

[sandytechy20]

@supergus

Welcome to HP Forums, I see that you do not have the admin password for the printer and you want to reset it.

I am sending you a private message. Please check the mailbox icon at the top-right corner of this screen.

I hope this helps resolve this issue completely.

Cheers.

[whatever2019]

I am trying to reset my HP Color Laser Jet Pro MFP M281 cdw.

WHy dont you guys post the solution online on how to reset it? Ridiculous

[Jeet_singh]

@whatever2019,

Thank you for posting your query on HP Community,

The reason why utilize the reset on a private message is because the settings are specific to that particular printer. 

I have sent you a private message with the steps to perform an advanced reset on the printer. Check next to your profile Name, you should see a little blue envelope, please click on it. Click here for more details on how to access the private messages on HP Support Community.

Please click “Accept as Solution” if you feel my post solved your issue, it will help others find the solution.
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