Comtech EF Data FX Series Administrator Guide - Manual (Page 138)

Comtech EF Data / Stampede
FX Series Administration Guide - Version 6.1.1 138
Chapter: FX Series Operations Features
Section: Basic Operations Functions
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9.1.3 Change Password
This function allows you to change the FX Administrator password used by the FX Series
appliance. If you do not remember this password you will have to re-initialize the FX Series
appliance. To change the password you must enter it twice and then press the corresponding
“Change” button.
Figure 9-3 FX Series Change Passwords Screen
9.1.4 Manage Licenses / Fast Codes
This function allows you to install and update the license file or fast codes for the FX Series
appliance. For all new installations, Fast Codes will be used for upgrading functionality and Max
Data Rates
Figure 9-4 FX Series Upgrade Fast Codes Screen
Fast Codes
The Fast Code is a 14 digit key that will enable the WAN Optimization and the max data rate.
Upgrading Fast Code: Enter the character sequence provided by Comtech, and then click the
‘Upload Upgrade Code and Restart’ button. If successful, this action will immediately restart the
acceleration service and the new upgrade license information will be displayed.
NOTE 1: There are 'trial license' fast codes for 30/60/90 days for Packet Compression
and WANOP. The remaining time trial license period will be noted in the license display
at the left bottom of the Web GUI screens with the firmware version and the serial
number.
NOTE 2: For existing installations, where a license file is currently being used, an
upgrade is available to move to Version 6.0.3 for the new features, including Multicator.
License files will continue to be used for these appliances.