Authentication Methods

You can set up either one method or a combination of login methods that users must apply to login to a device. For instructions to configure user names, passwords, PINs, and cards, see Manage User Information.

Specify the login method for each device. Select a login method that is suitable for the environment where the device is used.

Authentication Method

Description

User Name and Password

Log in by entering a user name and password on the operation screen of the device.

Card

 

The user logs in by scanning a card on the card reader of the device.

Card and Secondary PIN

 

The user logs in by scanning a card on the card reader of the device and by entering a secondary PIN on the operation screen.

Card and Password

 

The user logs in by scanning a card on the card reader of the device and by entering a password on the operation screen.

User PIN

 

Log in by entering a user PIN on the device operation screen.

  • To enhance security, it is recommended to use an authentication method that uses a PIN code combined with a card, or a user name and password to log in to devices, instead of using only PIN.
  • For details about the device login methods, refer to Manage the SLNX Embedded Settings.
  • Card registration is not supported by laser printers.