Dell PowerVault MD3820f - Manual (Page 51)

Setting A Password
You can configure each storage array with a password to protect it from unauthorized access. The MD
Storage Manager prompts for the password when an attempt is made to change the storage array
configuration, such as, when a virtual disk is created or deleted. View operations do not change the
storage array configuration and do not require a password. You can create a new password or change an
existing password.
To set a new password or change an existing password:
1. In the EMW, select the relevant storage array and open the AMW for that storage array.
The AMW for the selected storage array is displayed.
2. In the AMW, select the Setup tab, and click Set a Storage Array Password.
The Set Password dialog is displayed.
3. If you are resetting the password, type the Current password.
NOTE: If you are setting the password for the first time, leave the Current password blank.
4. Type the New password.
NOTE: It is recommended that you use a long password with at least 15 alphanumeric
characters to increase security. For more information on secure passwords, see
Password
Guidelines .
5. Re-type the new password in Confirm new password.
6. Click OK.
NOTE: You are not prompted for a password when you attempt to change the storage array
configuration in the current management session.
Password Guidelines
• Use secure passwords for your storage array. A password should be easy for you to remember but
difficult for others to determine. Consider using numbers or special characters in the place of letters,
such as a 1 in the place of the letter I, or the at sign (@) in the place of the letter 'a'.
• For increased protection, use a long password with at least 15 alphanumeric characters. The
maximum password length is 30 characters.
• Passwords are case sensitive.
NOTE: You can attempt to enter a password up to ten times before the storage array enters a
lockout state. Before you can try to enter a password again, you must wait 10 minutes for the
storage array to reset. To reset the password, press the password reset switch on your RAID
controller module.
Adding Or Editing A Comment To An Existing Storage Array
A descriptive comment, with an applicable storage array name, is a helpful identification tool. You can
add or edit a comment for a storage array in the EMW only.
To add or edit a comment:
1. In the EMW, select the Devices tab and select the relevant managed storage array.
2. Select Edit → Comment.
The Edit Comment dialog is displayed.
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