Quick Reference Guide

SYSCFG 59
--setuppwd <string> This option sets the setup password for the BIOS.
The setup password locks the BIOS F2 screen.
The argument string supplied to this option is the
password. Generally, passwords are limited to
alphanumeric characters and cannot exceed
32 characters in length. If a current setup password
is set, it must be given through the --oldsetuppwd
option. This option is not replicated.
Example 1:
A:>syscfg --setuppwd=
asetuppassword
The password has been set.
Please use a warm reboot to apply
the password to the system.
Example 2:
A:>syscfg --setuppwd=
asetuppassword
--oldsetuppwd=currentpassword
The password has been set.
Please use a warm reboot to apply
the password to the system.
Example 3:
A:>syscfg --setuppwd=
asetuppassword
--oldsetuppwd=currentpassword
The old password entered is
incorrect. The new password will
not be set. Please try again.
NOTE: You cannot disable your password using
DTK. To disable your password, you must use the
system BIOS.
Table 3-2. SYSCFG Options and Arguments for BIOS Configuration (continued)
Option Valid Arguments Description