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How to change the default Dell iDRAC Password

May 23, 2019 by Paulie 1 Comment

The Dell iDRAC is so useful for many things, but in its default configuration it is very insecure:

  • The default username is “root”
  • The default password is “calvin”

In this post I will show you how both rename the root account and change the password.

Renaming the root account adds a layer of obscurity making it more difficult for unauthorised users to gain console level access.

How to rename the iDrac root account and change the password.

  • Login to the iDRAC using your credentials or use the default if they have not been changed
  • On the left hand menu, choose “iDRAC Settings” and then “User Authentication”:
    Image showing User Authentication Settings on Dell iDRAC Enterprise
  • Click on the User ID that corresponds to the root account, to edit it:
    Image showing root account of Dell iDrac
  • The default action of “Configure user” should already be selected, so click on “Next”
  • Change the username as per your preferences and set the new password:
    Image showing root account of Dell iDrac being renamed and password changed.
  • Scroll to the bottom of the page and click apply.
  • Log-out of the iDrac and check your new settings.

Filed Under: How To Tagged With: Dell PowerEdge

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  1. Ra'Shaun says

    December 28, 2019 at 8:39 pm

    Very keen eye.

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