Changing the platform’s system passphrase

A unique system passphrase is associated with each remote controller platform. When commissioning a new remote controller platform, Workbench enforces the requirement to change the platform’s default system passphrase. After commissioning, you may change the system passphrase at any time.

You are working in Workbench and are connected to a remote controller platform.
To change the system passphrase you may run the Commissioning Wizard or use the Platform Administration view as described here.
  1. Expand the Platform node in the Nav tree or double-click Platform.
    The contents of the Nav Container view opens in the tree or in the main view.
  2. Double-click the Platform Administration.
    The Platform Administration view opens.

    If you are using the default passphrase, a yellow warning box displays in the bottom right of the Platform Administration view. This warning indicates a problem with the passphrase.

  3. Click System Passphrase.
    The Set System Passphrase window opens.
    Note: If the Workbench FIPS property Show FIPS Options is set to true certain FIPS options become visible in this window. If selected, the framework enforces FIPS-strength password requirements.
  4. Enter the old system passphrase, enter the new system passphrase and confirm it.
    The system passphrase must contain at least 10 characters, 1 digit, 1 lower case character and 1 upper case character.

    An error popup reminds you if you attempt to enter a password that does not meet minimum rules.

  5. Store this passphrase in a safe place.
    CAUTION: It is important to remember the system password and keep it safe. If you lose the system passphrase, you will lose access to encrypted data.