Sign on to the system

Use this topic to access functions on the iSeries™ after startup.

The iSeries server requires users to sign on to the system before gaining access to any system functions. This both provides an important measure of security and allows for each user's session to be customized. In addition to checking the password, the operating system uses the signon operation to access the specified user profile. The operating system uses this profile to customize the displays, providing consideration for the user's language and available functions.

• Sign on to the server using iSeries Navigator
  You can sign on to the server from iSeries Navigator, follow these steps.
• Sign on to the server using the character-based interface
  You can sign on to the server from the character-based interface.
• Change your password
  When you install the i5/OS™ licensed program, the licensed program runs a check to detect system model changes, certain service conditions, and ownership changes.