Working with the M111
Configuration file management
Configuration file management
The configuration file contains all the settings that customize the operation of the M111. You can save and restore the configuration file manually or automatically by selecting Maintenance > Config file management.
Manual configuration file management
The following options are available for manual configuration file management.
Backup configuration
The Backup configuration option enables you to back up your configuration settings so that they can be easily restored in case of failure. You can also use this option if you want to directly edit the configuration file.
Before you install new software, you should always back up your current configuration. Select Backup to start the process. You are prompted for the location in which to save the configuration file.
Configuration information is saved in the backup file as follows:
Certificates and private keys: If you specify a password when saving the configuration file, certificates and private keys are encrypted with a key based on the password. If you do not specify a password, certificates and private keys are still encrypted, but with a default key that is identical on all APs.