This setting allows you to change security levels to limit unauthorized access. You can configure network security level settings using the control panel or Web Image Monitor. Note that the protocols that can be specified differ.
With some utilities, communication or login may fail depending on the network security level.
Network Security Levels
Security Level |
Description |
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[Level 0] |
Select [Level 0] to use all features. Use this setting when you have no information that needs to be protected from external threats. |
[Level 1] |
Select [Level 1] for moderate security to protect important information. Use this setting if the machine is connected to a local area network (LAN). |
[FIPS140] |
Provides a security strength intermediate between [Level 1] and [Level 2]. You can only use codes recommended by the U.S. government as its coding/authentication algorithm. Settings other than the algorithm are the same as [Level 2]. |
[Level 2] |
Select [Level 2] for maximum security to protect confidential information. Use this setting when it is necessary to protect information from external threats. |
[Custom] |
For configurations other than the levels above. Configure using Web Image Monitor. |