4.2.17 Resetting the printer to the factory default settings
Once the printer is configured for a network, its configuration settings are saved in
its memory.
Resetting the printer to its factory default settings will clear all the settings from the
printer's memory for your network. This should only be done as a last resort when
troubleshooting the printer.
Resetting the printer to its factory default settings may require you to reinstall the
printer software. Additionally, you will also have to reconfigure the printer's security
settings.
The printer's default settings are:
Option
Default setting
Communication mode
Ad hoc
Network Name (SSID)
hpsetup
Encryption
None
Wireless radio
On
HP Deskjet 6800 series printer
40
Option
Default setting
EWS administrator password [blank]
Follow these steps to reset the printer to the factory default settings:
1. Verify that the printer is powered on.
2. Press and hold down the Report Page button.
3. While holding down the Report Page button, press the Cancel button three
times.
4. Release the Report Page button.