How to activate access control for internal authentication

Access for internal authentication is initially not activated by default. To use internal authentication, you must first activate access control for internal authentication.

Activate access control for internal authentication by entering SP mode at the device and making the following changes:

  • SP-5-401-103 from 0 to 3
  • SP-5-401-230 from 0 to 1
Important: This procedure requires working in Service Mode, which is typically performed by a Ricoh technician.
  1. Enter SP mode options.
    This displays the SP mode options screen.
    SP mode screen
  2. Press System Sp.
    The SP mode service options appear.
    SP mode service options screen
  3. Scroll down and press the 5401 button.
  4. Press 103, enter 3, and press # to save the setting.
    SP mode 3
  5. Press 230, enter 0, and press # to save the setting.
    SP mode 0
  6. Press Exit to exit SP mode.
  7. Restart the MFD.