To reset the NetCache appliance's console password, complete the following steps.
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Action
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Insert the system boot diskette into the disk drive.
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Reboot the system using one of these methods.
Note Booting from the diskette takes longer than booting from the hard disk |
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If the console is...
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Then do this...
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Showing the NetCache appliance prompt (for example, toaster>)
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Enter reboot.
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Showing the ok or mon> prompt
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Enter b.
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Not responding
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If you have an appliance model other than C1100 or C1105, enter boot floppy.
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Still unresponsive
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Reset the NetCache appliance by turning it off, leaving it off for 30 seconds, and turning it back on.
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Result
After the NetCache appliance boots, the console will display the following menu:
1) Normal Boot
2) Boot without starting system devices
3) Change Password
4) Initialize all disks
5) Maintenance mode boot
Selection (1-5)?
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Type 3 and press Enter.
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When the NetCache appliance prompts you for a new password, enter it at the prompt.
The system prints the following message:
Password Changed
Hit Return to reboot:
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Remove the diskette from the disk drive and reboot the NetCache appliance by pressing Enter.
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