Blue Coat SG810 series, Installation Manual

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P/N 231-02941 SG810 Installation Guide page 41
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(Optional) On page 2, you also have the option to secure the serial port.For
maximum security, secure the serial port.
The serial port allows you to configure and access the SG810 using a serial
cable. This can pose a security risk because anyone with access to the
appliance can reconfigure the SG810 settings. This optional step sets a
password for the serial console setup, allowing only authorized personnel the
ability to reconfigure the appliance.
Note: If you set the serial console password and then lose the password,
you must restore the appliance to its original factory defaults to
access the serial setup console (see
“Resetting the SG810 to Factory
Defaults” on page 78).
You might still be able to access the Management Console or CLI if
you know the administrative credentials— console username,
password, and the enable password.