Passwd - DEC DECstation 5000 Model 100 Series Hardware Operator's Manual

ls
>>ls [ # ]
The ls command displays a list of the files in a module ROM. If
you do not specify a slot number (#), the command lists the files
for all modules.

passwd

>>passwd [ OPTIONS ]
Options can be
-s
-c
Use the passwd command to enter, set, or clear your console
password.
The console password keeps unauthorized people from using
the console commands on your workstation. You do not need to
use the password if security is not an issue in your workplace.
When you first set up your workstation, you do not need a
console password. The only way that a console password can be
required is if you choose to start using one.
To start using a console password, type passwd -s and press
Return. The system displays a prompt (
type the password that you want to use. Type a word with
at least six characters. You can use letters and numbers;
the system recognizes the difference between uppercase and
lowercase letters.
The system displays the
password each time. For the sake of security, the screen does
not display what you type, so type something that is easy to
remember.
Once you choose a password, the system displays the restricted
console prompt
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The console password is not the same as the passwords required by your worksystem software
or networks. The console password protects your workstation hardware by controlling access
to the console commands.
11–18 Using the Console Commands
Set a new console password.
Clear the console password.
prompt twice. Type the same
pwd:
when you first start up your workstation.
R>
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) asking you to
pwd: