Managed Print Services - Reset Pharos Passcode

A passcode is required the first time you print to a Managed Print Services printer. If you don't remember the passcode that was generated when you enrolled, you can follow these steps to reset it.

Reset Pharos Passcode

Open the Pharos Secure Release app from the Windows System tray (or the macOS menu bar).

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Click the menu button in the upper right corner (the three horizontal lines) and select Reset Passcode from the menu.

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When the Welcome to Pharos Secure Release screen opens, click Login to continue.

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If prompted, sign-in using your Buffalo State email address and password. Your browser will display a confirmation indicating successful authentication. You can close this message before continuing.

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You should then see a screen displaying a system generated passcode for your account. This passcode is the unique user ID that will allow you to print without your Bengal ID Card. The first time you attempt to print after completing the enrollment process, you will need to enter this passcode at the printer. Click Continue.

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You will also receive an email from no-reply@beacon.pharos.com with a subject of “Pharos Secure Release Passcode Reference” with the passcode for future reference.

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