Bucky Backup - Changing a Bucky Backup Node Password for Windows
This document explains how to change the password of a Bucky Backup Windows node. If you need to have a Bucky Backup node password reset, contact the DoIT Help Desk.
A Bucky Backup node password can be up to 63 characters in length, is case sensitive, and can be comprised of the following characters:
| Character | Description |
|---|---|
| A-Z | Any letter; A through Z, upper or lower case |
| 0-9 | Any number; 0 through 9 |
| . ! @ # $ % ^ & * _ - + = ` ( ) | { } [ ] : ; < > , ? / ~ | Special Characters |
Note: It is recommended that you set a password that is at least eight characters in length and contains at least one letter, one number, and one special character to comply with the UW-Madison - IT - Password Standard.
Changing a Bucky Backup Node Password
- Make sure you are logged onto the machine as a user with Administrator privileges.
- Go to Start -> (All) Programs -> Tivoli Storage Manager -> Backup Archive GUI.
- Enter your node's password if prompted.
- Go to Utilities -> Change Password.
- Fill in the 3 password fields as specified and click Change.