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Related Documentation
- SRX Series
- Understanding the Master Logical System and the Master Administrator Role
- Understanding Logical Systems for SRX Series Services Gateways
- Additional Information
- Junos OS Feature Support Reference for SRX Series and J Series Devices
Example: Configuring a Root Password for the Device
Requirements
Before you begin, read SRX Series Logical System Master Administrator Configuration Tasks Overview to understand how this task fits into the overall configuration process.
The example uses an SRX5600 device running Junos OS with logical systems.
Overview
The Junos OS software is installed on the router before it is delivered from the factory. When you power on your router, it is ready for you to configure. Initially you log in as root user without using a password.
After you log in, you can configure a password for the root user, or, in logical systems terms, the master administrator. The master administrator has root privileges over the device.
Configuration
Configuring the Root Password
Step-by-Step Procedure
- Configure a root password for the device. user@host# set system root-authentication Talk22rt6
Related Documentation
- SRX Series
- Understanding the Master Logical System and the Master Administrator Role
- Understanding Logical Systems for SRX Series Services Gateways
- Additional Information
- Junos OS Feature Support Reference for SRX Series and J Series Devices
