IBM 847651U Handbook - Page 77

Using the Configuration/Setup Utility program Date and Time Select this choice to set the system date and time. The system time is in a 24-hour format: hour/minute/second. The system date is in standard format for your country. For example, in the United States, the format is MM/DD/YYYY (Month/Day/Year). To set the date and time: 1. From the Configuration/Setup Utility program menu, select Date and Time; then, press Enter. 2. The Date and Time menu appears. 3. Use the Left Arrow (←) or Right Arrow (→) key to advance through each data field. 4. Type the new information; the system saves the information as you enter it. System Security Several security features are available to help you secure your server and the information that you store in it. To control access to your server, you can implement the security features, such as adding passwords, and securing IDE devices and diskette drives. Setting power-on password modes The power-on password can deter unauthorized access to the system. You do not need to set a power-on password, but doing so allows you to control who can use your server. When a power-on password is set, you must type the password at a prompt that appears as the server starts. When you set the power-on password, you can choose one of three password prompt modes. On In password prompt On mode, you are prompted for the power-on password when you turn on the server. Until you enter the correct password, the operating system will not start, and the keyboard will remain locked. If you have a mouse connected to the mouse port, the mouse also will remain locked until you enter the power-on password. If Chapter 3. Configuring your server 43