Correct Answer: D
Before you begin, ensure that a console is connected to the TippingPoint IPS device via the console port,
and that the console is powered on and ready. When you turn on the IPS, you will see several status
messages before the OBE setup wizard initializes. When the OBE setup wizard runs, the following screen
appears:
Welcome to the TippingPoint Technologies Initial Setup wizard. Press any key to begin the Initial Setup
Wizard or use LCD panel. Press any key to begin the OBE setup wizard. The following message appears:
You will be presented with some questions along with default values in brackets[]. Please update any
empty fields or modify them to match your requirements. You may press the ENTER key to keep the
current default value. After each group of entries, you will have a chance to confirm your settings, so don't
worry if you make a mistake. Continue to the following section for instructions on account security.
Account Security Level
The Security Level dialog sets the security level that restricts user names and passwords. The default
security level is Level 2, but you have the option to select one of three available levels:
There are three security levels for specifying user names and passwords:
Level 0: User names and passwords are unrestricted. Level 1: Names must be at least 6 characters long;
passwords at least 8. Level 2: In addition to level 1 restrictions, passwords must contain:
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at least 2 alpha characters
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at least 1 numeric character
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at least 1 non-alphanumeric character Please specify a security level to be used for initial super-user name and password creation. As superuser, you can modify the security level later on via Command Line Interface (CLI) or Local Security Manager (LSM). Security level [2]: Reference: http://www.nfwest.com/tp/docs/techd291-tos3-1_commandref.pdf