How to reset admin password for MFP M283fdw printer?

Chimneyrocked · ‎06-06-2020

Need to reset password or reset to factory defaults without password.

Betty0610 · ‎06-10-2020

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Please try these steps: 1. From the Home screen on the printer control panel, swipe until the Setup menu displays. Touch the Setup icon to open the menu. 2. Scroll to and select the Service menu. 3. Scroll to and select Restore Defaults, and then touch OK. The printer automatically restarts.

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Chimneyrocked · ‎06-10-2020

I cannot get to the last step since the password is needed.

Repairatrooper · ‎06-10-2020

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