How to view or reset the Wi-Fi Direct password on a Samsung printer: all working methods

• Login: admin
• Password: sec00000 (for most models) or empty.
• Go to the section Network → Wi-Fi Direct or Wireless → Direct Connection.
• Find the field Password or Security KeyIf the password is hidden, try pressing Show or Edit.

If the web interface is unavailable or the section Wi-Fi Direct If the error message is missing, this means your printer model doesn't support this method. In this case, try alternative methods.

What should I do if I can't access the web interface?

If the page does not open, check:

- Is the printer connected to the network (the network indicator should be green).

- Is your firewall or antivirus software blocking access on your computer?

- Is the IP address entered correctly (try ping: ping 192.168.0.105 (in the command line).

- Have the network settings on the printer been reset (in this case, the IP may change).

Printer model	Login for the web interface	Default password	Does Wi-Fi Direct support viewing passwords?
Samsung M2020/M2070	admin	sec00000	Yes (on firmware versions up to V3.00.02)
Samsung Xpress M2875/M2885	admin	sec00000 or empty	Partially (depending on firmware region)
Samsung SL-M3370/M3870	admin	1111 or admin	No (reset only)
Samsung ProXpress M4070	admin	Individual (indicated on the sticker)	Yes

Method 3: Reset the printer to factory settings (universal method)

If the previous methods didn't work, there remains a radical solution - full resetThis will return the printer to its "out of the box" state, including resetting the Wi-Fi Direct password to the default value. Please note that after the reset, you will need to set up the printer again (connect to Wi-Fi, install drivers, etc.).

How to reset settings:

1. Turn off the printer and unplug it.
2. Press and hold the button Stop (or Cancel on some models).
3. Without letting go Stop, turn on the printer.
4. Hold the button for 10-15 seconds, until all indicators flash.
5. Release the button. The printer will reset and reboot.

After resetting, the Wi-Fi Direct password will become the default. For most models Samsung This:

• 🔢 8 digits, indicated on the sticker under the printer cover (for example, 12345678).
• 🔤 Word password (for models Xpress M2875 and the like).
• 🆔 The last 8 characters of the MAC address (for example, if MAC 00:1A:2B:3C:4D:5E, the password will be 3C4D5E or 4D5E3C).

⚠️ Attention: On printers Samsung SL-M3370 and newer may be required after reset firmware update through Samsung Easy Printer ManagerWithout this, Wi-Fi Direct may not activate. Download the latest firmware version from the official website. Samsung in advance.

Method 4: Using the Samsung Mobile Print app (for Android/iOS)

Official app Samsung Mobile Print It can sometimes connect to a printer via Wi-Fi Direct without entering a password if the devices have been paired previously. Also, in some versions of the app (for example, 3.05.08) the password is displayed when you first connect.

How to try to extract the password:

1. Install the application Samsung Mobile Print from Google Play or App Store.
2. Turn on Wi-Fi Direct on the printer (button Wi-Fi Direct or through the menu).
3. Launch the application and select Add a printer → Wi-Fi Direct.
4. If the printer is detected, try connecting. On some models, the app will display the password in a pop-up window.
5. If the connection is successful, go to the printer settings in the application - sometimes the password is displayed in the section Connection information.

This method doesn't work on all devices, but it can save time if other methods aren't available. For example, on Samsung M2070 with firmware V3.00.01 the application shows the password when you first connect, and on SL-M3870 - No.

Method 5: Alternative Methods (for Advanced Users)

If standard methods don't work, you can try more complex ones. They require technical skills, but sometimes they prove to be the only solution.

Method 1: Connecting via FTP

Some printers Samsung allow you to connect via FTP and download the configuration file where the Wi-Fi Direct password is stored. To do this:

1. Find out the printer's IP address (see Method 2).
2. Connect via FTP using the program FileZilla or command line:

   ftp 192.168.0.105
   Login: admin
   Password: sec00000

3. Go to the folder /config and download the file wlan.conf or network.cfg.
4. Open the file in a text editor and find the lines with wifi_direct_password or p2p_password.

Method 2: Taking a memory dump (for advanced users only)

On printers with firmware vulnerabilities, it is possible to access the device's memory through Telnet or ADBFor example, on models Samsung M2875 with firmware V2.00.01 the command works:

telnet 192.168.0.105
login: root
password: (empty or smcadmin)

cat /mnt/nvram/wifi_direct.conf

⚠️ This method is risky—incorrect commands can damage the printer. Use only if other methods have failed.

Common mistakes and their solutions

When working with Wi-Fi Direct on printers Samsung Users encounter typical problems. Here are the most common ones and how to fix them:

Error	Cause	Solution
Wi-Fi Direct won't turn on	The function is disabled in the settings or there is a firmware failure.	Reset settings (Method 3) or update firmware via Samsung Easy Printer Manager
The password does not match (authentication error)	The password was changed manually or the settings were lost.	Perform a reset (Method 3) or check the case of the characters (the password is case sensitive!)
The device connects, but printing does not work.	Drivers not installed or IP address conflict	Install the driver from the official website Samsung or assign a static IP to the printer in the router
Wi-Fi Direct disconnects after 5 minutes	Power saving mode or default timeout	In the printer menu, disable Energy saving or install Wi-Fi Direct Timeout: Never

If the printer gives an error Wi-Fi Direct: Connection Error, try:

• 🔌 Restart the printer and the device you are connecting from.
• 📶 Disable the main Wi-Fi on your smartphone/laptop (to avoid network conflicts).
• 🔄 Reset network settings on the printer (Settings → Network → Network Reset).
• 📥 Update the printer firmware (sometimes the error is related to bugs in the old software version).

⚠️ Attention: On printers Samsung with firmware V4.00.03 and newer, the Wi-Fi Direct feature may be disabled by the manufacturer for some regions (for example, in Russia). In this case, connection is only possible via classic Wi-Fi or USB.

FAQ: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Is it possible to find out the Wi-Fi Direct password without resetting the settings?

Yes, but only on older models or firmware versions. Try Methods 1, 2, and 4 from this article. On newer printers (e.g., Samsung SL-M3870 with firmware V4.00.03) the password is hidden and the only option is to reset it.

After resetting, the printer won't enable Wi-Fi Direct. What should I do?

Most likely, the region settings are out of order. Go to the printer menu: Settings → System → Region and select Russia or EuropaIf that doesn't help, update the firmware via Samsung Easy Printer Manager.

Is it possible to connect to a printer via Wi-Fi Direct from an iPhone?

Yes, but with limitations. iPhones don't support connecting to devices directly via Wi-Fi Direct (due to Apple policy). Use the official app. Samsung Mobile Print or connect via an access point created by the printer in mode SoftAP (if supported).

Where is the Wi-Fi Direct password stored in the printer's memory?

The password is stored in a configuration file, usually at the path /mnt/nvram/wifi_direct.conf or /config/network.cfgThese files can only be accessed through FTP, Telnet or removing a memory dump (see Method 5).

Why did Wi-Fi Direct stop working after updating the firmware?

In new firmware (starting from V4.00.03) Samsung Tightened the security policy by removing the ability to view the password in the menu. If this feature is critical, try rolling back the firmware to an older version (for example, V3.00.02).