Need to reset forgotten Admin password or do a complete factory reset. deskjet 2720e

[slayd01]

I changed the administrator password and forgot it, please help me. Thank you

[Irfan_06]

Hi @slayd01,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to assist you.

I see that you are facing an issue with your printer.

To understand the issue and help you, please share the details listed below:

- May I know which admistrator password are you referring too?

- Error messages or Blinking lights (if any) on the unit.

- May I know which application you are using to print?

- When was the last time your printer was working fine?

- Were there any changes made to your printer recently?

- May I know which devices are you using to print eg: Windows PC, Mac, or Smartphone (Android or iPhone)?

Note: Do not share any of your personal information such as serial, phone number, email ID, etc.

Take care and have a great day ahead!

Irwin6

HP Support

[slayd01]

wps

[Irfan_06]

Hi @slayd01,

Are you trying to connect your printer to the network using the WPS feature?

Please elaborate on the issue to assist you further.

Take care and have a great day ahead!

Irwin6

HP Support

[slayd01]

The printer is set up and connected to the wireless network, but I replaced the administrator password that I forgot (wps password) I need to reset it somehow

[Irfan_06 · Accepted solution]

Hi @slayd01,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to assist you.

I see that you are facing an issue with your Printer.

Please perform a factory reset on your printer to fix the issue.

LCD control panel

1. From the product control panel, press the Setup button.

2. Open the Service menu.

3. Select the Restore Defaults option, and then touch the OK button.

The product automatically restarts.

Touchscreen control panel

1. From the Home screen on the product control panel, touch the Setup button.

2. Touch the Service menu.

3. Select the Restore Defaults option, and then touch the OK button.

The product automatically restarts

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I hope this helps.

Take care and have a great day ahead!

Irwin6

HP Support