44 Using the System Setup ProgramDeleting or Changing an Existing Setup Password1 Enter the System Setup program and select the System Security option.2 Highlight the Setup Password option, press to access the setup password window, and press twice to clear the existing setup password.The setting changes to Not Enabled.3 If you want to assign a new setup password, perform the steps in "Assigning a Setup Password" onpage 43.Disabling a Forgotten PasswordSee "Disabling a Forgotten Password" on page 129.Baseboard Management Controller ConfigurationThe Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) enables configuring, monitoring, and recovery ofsystems remotely. BMC provides the following features:• Uses the system’s serial port and integrated NIC• Fault logging and SNMP alerting• Access to system event log and sensor status• Control of system functions including power on and off• Support is independent of the system’s power or operating state• Provides text console redirection for system setup, text-based utilities, and operating system consolesFor additional information on using BMC, see the documentation for the BMC and systemsmanagement applications.Entering the BMC Setup Module1 Turn on or restart your system.2 Press <Ctrl-E> when prompted after POST.If your operating system begins to load before you press <Crtl-E>, allow the system to finishbooting, and then restart your system and try again.BMC Setup Module OptionsFor information about the BMC Setup Module options and how to configure the emergencymanagement port (EMP), see the BMC User’s Guide.
