COMSPHERE 3900 Series Modems

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.

“Status”

Status

Configure

PList

Control

Test

SubHS

Call_Setup

Tlk/Data

Remote

Security

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:

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Security Remote

F1 F2 F3

Press the key until Security appears. Select Security.

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