Signing on to the system

 

The i5/OS^® operating system requires users to sign on to the system before they gain access to any system functions. This provides an important measure of security and allows for each user's session to be customized.

In addition to checking the password, the operating system uses the sign-on operation to access the specified user profile. The operating system uses this profile to customize the displays, providing consideration for the user's language and available functions.

• Signing on to the system using iSeries Navigator
  You can sign on to the system from iSeries™ Navigator. Then you can access functions on the system.

• Signing on to the system using the character-based interface
  You can sign on to the system from the character-based interface. Then you can obtain access to system functions.

• Changing your password
  During the installation of the i5/OS licensed program, you might need to enter the system password for the initial program load (IPL) to continue.

 

Parent topic:

Starting and stopping the system