COMSPHERE 3900 Series Modems
12-4 September 1998 3910-A2-GN32-40

Combination of VF-Side and DTE-Side Passwords

The previously described methods of password entry can be combined to provide two layers of
security. In this case, the modems negotiate VF-side password entry prior to training. If successful,
the modems connect and then prompt the originating user for a valid password. If correctly
entered, the modems connect.
Security Branch
The Security branch of the Top-Level menu allows you to change and save parameters that are
critical to the dial access security password database. This database is a collection of passwords
and their associated parameters that determine how the modems control password access. Most of
the functions within this branch are protected by an Administrative Password. Once the correct
password is entered, these security functions display on the modem’s LCD. The two major
functions that appear under the Security branch are Set Access Control and Reset Security.
Security
“Status”
Status Configure PList Control Test SubHS Call_Setup Tlk/Data Remote
Set_Access_Ctrl Reset_Security
(Admin Password?)
EditPassWdTable Set_Answer_Sec Set_Orig_Secur Set_Admin_PsWd
Set Access Control allows you to change security configuration. This function is protected by an
Administrative Password. The Reset Security function allows you to reset the Administrative
Password, but results in erasure of the modem’s security database.
To access Security from the Top-Level menu, make the following selections:
F1
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Security Remote
F2 F3
Press the key until Security appears. Select Security.