Cyber Security Rotary Switch
Original instructions
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A three-position rotary switch is on the back of the module. Set this switch to configure a cyber security operating mode for the module.
NOTICE
RISK OF UNINTENDED OPERATION
To maintain the integrity of the hardware, use only the small, plastic screwdriver that ships with the module to change the switch position.
Do not use a metal screwdriver. The use of a metal screwdriver can damage the switch and render it inoperable.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
Position Selection
This is an enlarged view of the three-position rotary switch on the back of the module:
Use the screwdriver to select a switch position that meets your cyber security requirements:
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Setting
Description
Secured
(default)
secure mode on
The module supports some level(s) of cyber security when a cyber security configuration is available.
Standard
standard mode on
The module does not support cyber security.
Reset
factory reset
The module implements its out-of-the-box cyber security configuration.
NOTICE
RISK OF UNINTENDED OPERATION
Set the switch only to the exact “clock position” that corresponds to your security configuration:
  • 12 o’clock: Reset
  • 3 o’clock: Secured
  • 6 o’clock/9 o’clock: Standard (To implement the Standard level of cyber security, set the switch to only the 6 o'clock or 9 o'clock positions.)
Failure to follow these instructions can result in equipment damage.
Set the Switch
Configure the cyber secrity mode for the module in the rack:
Step
Action
1
Remove the module from the rack by following the directions for module replacement.
2
Change the switch setting to Reset.
3
Re-insert the module in the rack to power it up in Reset mode.
4
Remove the module from the rack again.
5
Change the switch setting to Secured or Standard.
6
Re-insert the module in the rack to power it up in the selected (Secured or Standard) mode.
NOTE:
  • Do not switch from the non-secure configuration (Standard) directly to the secure configuration (Secured) or vice-versa. Always power up the module with the rotary switch in the Reset position when you transition between the Standard and Secured modes to implement normal operations.
  • The changes associated with the switch settings take effect after the module is re-inserted in the rack and powered up.