Changing the system password

 

You can change the system password during the initial program load (IPL).

• If you have just installed new hardware, you might need to change the system password during the first IPL. To do this, follow these steps:
  1. Select Option 1 (Change the system password) on the Verification of System Password Failed display. The following system information about the Change the System Password display is shown:

     • System serial number

     • System type number

     • System model number

     • System password version

     • Processor card serial number
  2. Type the password in the blank field and press Enter. If you do not know the system password, press F12 (Cancel) and select Option 2 (Bypass the system password) on the Verification of System Password Failed display.

• To change the system password when your system is operational, follow these steps:

  1. Perform an attended IPL.

  2. Select Option 1 (Change the system password) on the Verification of System Password Failed display.

  3. Type the password in the blank field and press Enter.

 

Parent topic:

Changing your password