Filter
Top Products
Configuration
4-18
3162-A2-GB20-40
August 2000
Establishing Access Security on the COM Port
Although the password feature is available, it is not required. If used, it ensures
access security before control is passed to a device connected to a port. The
following procedure is an example only. It shows how to enable the password for
the communication port. Passwords can also be enabled for Telnet sessions.
" Procedure
To establish access security on the communication port:
1. From the Main Menu screen, select Configuration.
2. From the Load Configuration From screen, select Current.
3. From the Configuration Edit/Display screen, select User Interface.
4. From the User Interface Options screen, select Communication Port.
5. In the Password Required field, enter Enable.
6. Select S
ave to store this setting in nonvolatile memory.
7. From the Save Configuration To screen, select Current.
The password itself is set separately. Refer to the following section, Setting a
Password.