This system value allows you to analyze a system from an area other that where the system located.
By using this system value, service professionals can remotely provide problem analysis of your system and troubleshoot based on their findings. Even though it is categorized as a message and services system value, remote service attribute has security implications. If you allow remote analysis of your system, potentially any remote user could gain access to your system, if they acquired the appropriate authority.
See Table 2 for an overview of the remote service attribute system value.
| iSeries™ Navigator | Character-based interface | Description |
| Deselected | 0 (Off) | Remote service attribute is off |
| Selected | 1 (On) | Remote service attribute is on |
Relationship to security policy
Within your security policy, you should outline what you will do if your system needs servicing. For example, you may wish to restrict remote services until you need them. In the event that your system needs to be analyzed by a service professional, you can reset this value during the time of service then return to the original setting once all troubleshooting tasks have been completed.
| iSeries Navigator name | Allow server security to be retained |
|---|---|
| Character-based interface name | QRMTSRVATR |
| Authority | All object (*ALLOBJ) Note: The Security Officer (QSECOFR) user profile is shipped with
these authorities.
|
| How to access | iSeries Navigator
Character-based interface
|
| Changes take effect | Immediately |
| Default value | Deselected (0) |
| Recommended value | |
| Lockable | Yes |
| Special considerations | The recommended value will not allow anyone to perform
service functions remotely. Note: In some situations, you may need to change
this system value before you can receive assistance from a service provider
or your software provider.
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For more in-depth information about this security value, see Chapter 3, "Security System Values" in Security Reference.