HP Commercial LaserJet Printers and MFPs - Imaging and Printing Security Best Practices

Chapter 9 HP LaserJet and Color LaserJet MFP Security Checklist 87
Chapter 9: Appendix 1: Glossary of Terms and Acronyms
The following table lists terms and acronyms found in this checklist:
Term Description
ACL Access Control List. The ACL restricts network access to the MFP by
allowing only those IP addresses or subnets that are listed in it.
Analog fax Analog fax is fax functions via telephone lines. The fax module is
available in most HP MFP bundles and it is covered in this checklist.
MFPs are also capable of sending fax via LAN fax or internet fax
using additional solutions on the network. LAN fax and Internet fax are
not covered in this checklist.
Bootloader The bootloader is the program that starts up an MFP when the power
is turned on. It loads the MFP operating systems and the
configurations. The bootloader includes settings, such as cold
resetting, that are accessible via special codes (not covered in this
checklist). These settings are protected by the bootloader password.
Control Panel The control panel is the display and the buttons on the front of an MFP.
Digital sending Digital sending is a function of the MFP that sends scanned documents
to email destinations or to network destinations. Faxing is also
considered digital sending, but it is separate from the network
functions.
DSS Digital Send Service. DSS is an HP solution to enhance MFP digital
sending functionality and security. For instance, it can encrypt the
contents of digital send jobs. It can be purchased and downloaded at
hp.com. DSS is useful and recommended, but it is not covered in this
checklist.
EWS Embedded Web Server. The EWS is a web page built into an MFP to
provide status and configuration settings. The EWS is accessible over
network lines using any Web browser connecting to the MFP network
IP address.
Firmware Firmware is the program that operates the MFP. It controls all functions
of the MFP. Firmware can be upgraded as new versions become
available. New firmware is available by searching for it by product at
hp.com. This checklist assumes that each MFP is upgraded with the
latest firmware.
Formatter The formatter is the main circuit board of the MFP. It is similar to the
motherboard of a PC. The formatter accommodates the MFP hard
drive, the Compact Flash cards, the Jetdirect card, the CPU, the
analog fax accessory card, and the DC Controller, which is the power
supply for the MFP. The formatter also accommodates accessories such
as wireless cards.
Since the formatter is removable (using common tools), it includes the
capability to be locked using devices such as Kensington locks.