The software security features of server module include a system password and
a setup password. The password jumper enables these password features
or disables them, and clears any password(s) currently in use.
Prerequisites
CAUTION: Many
repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should
only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your
product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service
and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by
Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
Steps
Turn off the server module using the operating system commands or the CMC.
Remove the server module from the enclosure to access the jumpers.
Move the jumper on the system-board jumper
from pins 1 and 2 to pins 2 and 3.
Install the server module in the enclosure.
Turn on the server module.
When the server module is on, the power-on indicator is solid green. Allow the server module to finish booting.
The existing passwords are not disabled (erased) until
the system boots with the password jumper on pins 2 and 3. However,
before you assign a new system and/or setup password, you must reinstall
the password jumper back to pins 1 and 2.
NOTE: If you assign a new system and/or setup password with the jumper
on pins 1 and 2, the system disables the new password(s) the next
time it boots.
Turn off the server module using the operating system commands or the CMC.
Remove the server module from the enclosure to access the jumpers.
Move the jumper on the system-board jumper
from pins 2 and 3 to pins 1 and 2.
Install the server module in the enclosure.
Turn on the server module.
Assign a new system and/or setup password.
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