Connection Methods for Troubleshooting
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Connection Methods for Troubleshooting
This section summarizes how to connect to the OnBoard for troubleshooting
in the event of an IP network failure.
Remote
OnBoard administrators can connect to the OnBoard in case of
network failure in any of the following ways:
•
By bringing up the Web Manager or logging into the OnBoard’s console
over PPP after establishing a dial-in or callback connection to either of the
following modem types:
•
An external modem optionally connected to the OnBoard
•
A modem on a PCMCIA modem card optionally installed in the
OnBoard
•
By logging into the OnBoard’s console after establishing a dial-in
connection from a terminal emulation program to an external modem
optionally connected to the OnBoard
Local
OnBoard administrators can connect to the OnBoard by logging into the
Linux command line through a terminal or computer that is connected to the
OnBoard’s console port.
All of these connection methods must be previously configured as described
elsewhere in this manual. For example, to enable use of a PCMCIA modem
card, the PCMCIA modem card must be installed as described in the
AlterPath OnBoard Installation Guide
and configured as described in c.
Recovering from root Authentication Failure
Use the following procedure if an attempt to login to the console as root
brings up the following message.
login[212]: FAILED LOGIN
1 FROM FOR root, User not known to the underlying
authentication module
Login incorrect
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