The procedure relating to the microSD card do not apply to models not equipped with a microSD card.

  1. Log in as the machine administrator from the operation panel.
  2. Press the [User Tools] icon.
  3. Press [Machine Features].
  4. Press [System Settings].
  5. Press the [Administrator Tools] tab.
  6. Press [Next] 5 times
  7. Press [Machine Data Encryption Settings].

  8. Press [Encrypt].

    The machine cannot be operated while data is being encrypted.

    Once the encryption process starts, it cannot be stopped.

    If the power switch is turned OFF, the micro SD card, and/or NVRAM will be damaged and all data in it will be unusable.

  9. Specify how to back up the encryption key.
    • If you select [Save to SD Card], insert an SD card into the media slot on the side of the operation panel and press [OK] to back up the machine's data encryption key.
    • If you select [Print on Ppr], press [Start] and print out the machine's data encryption key.

    The encryption key is required for data recovery if the machine malfunctions. Be sure to instruct the customer to keep it in a safe place.

  10. Press [Restart] to reboot the machine.

    When you reboot the machine, the machine will start to convert the data in the memory. Wait until the message “Memory conversion complete. Turn the main power switch off.” appears, and then turn the main power switch OFF again.