Losing access to your office printer's settings can stall productivity. If you are trying to configure network settings, update firmware, or change paper management options on a Canon imageRUNNER 1024 (iR1024) copier, you will need the administrator credentials.
As a last resort, you can initialize all data and settings on the device:
Different Canon printer series use different default authentication schemes. The imageRUNNER series (including the iR1024) typically uses Administrator / 7654321 . Other series may use admin / 7654321 , admin / admin , or even a blank password.
: Attackers can access print logs or divert scanned documents to unauthorized email addresses or network folders. Canon Ir1024 Default Admin Password
Navigate to [Settings/Registration] > [Management Settings] > [Security] > [Management Settings] .
Because "7654321" is a public default, you should change it immediately to secure your network. Canon User Manual Navigate to Settings/Registration Management Settings User Management System Manager Information Settings System Manager ID and PIN Enter a new ID and a new 7-digit (or less) PIN. Confirm the new PIN and press Canon User Manual What to Do If the Default Doesn't Work
: On some Canon models, the administrator password is the printer's serial number, which is found on a sticker at the back of the machine. How to Log In Losing access to your office printer's settings can
| Task | Requires Admin Access? | | :--- | :--- | | Change IP from DHCP to Static | ✅ Yes | | Set up Scan to Email (SMTP) | ✅ Yes | | Enable/Disable SNMP for monitoring | ✅ Yes | | Clear error logs (E000, E100 etc.) | ✅ Yes (Service Mode) | | Configure LDAP authentication | ✅ Yes | | Print a user data list | ❌ No (User Mode) |
The Remote UI allows you to manage your Canon iR1024 from any computer connected to the same local network. Open a web browser on your computer.
: If the printer was previously configured by an IT provider or office manager, they likely updated the password during initial setup. The imageRUNNER series (including the iR1024) typically uses
The default administrator credentials for the series, including the , , , , and , typically use the following factory settings: User Name : Administrator (case-sensitive, capital "A") Password : 7654321 Alternative Credentials
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The IR1024 does not have a progressive lockout timer like modern printers. Turn the device off and on again. It resets the failed attempt counter.