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06-23-2025 11:42 AM
Is it possible to use card authentication with the HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 Colour Printer M551? I've been searching for compatible software/third-party applications, but haven't had any success yet. Do you have any recommendations for other printer models I could try? Thank you in advance.
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06-23-2025 11:50 AM
It depends on what you want to do. The M551 does not support card authentication on it's own. You would need an software package such as HP access control to do that. Newer HP models that utilize FutureSmart 5 firmware have built in support for card readers and you simply add the card reader and then configure the device through the embedded web server.
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06-23-2025 11:50 AM
It depends on what you want to do. The M551 does not support card authentication on it's own. You would need an software package such as HP access control to do that. Newer HP models that utilize FutureSmart 5 firmware have built in support for card readers and you simply add the card reader and then configure the device through the embedded web server.
I am a volunteer, offering my knowledge to support fellow users, I do not work for HP nor speak for HP.