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Solution Type Problem Resolution Sure Solution 1003105.1 : Sun Fire[TM] (3800-6800) FTP login failure while doing flashupdate on a System Controller
PreviouslyPublishedAs 204251
Applies to:Sun Fire 3800 ServerSun Fire 6800 Server Sun Fire 4800 Server All Platforms SymptomsWhen trying to do a flashupdate as root using ftp, users get a message telling them that FTP login failed.CauseIn Solaris[TM] 7 and 8, the ftpusers file is located in /etc. In Solaris[TM] 9 and above the ftpusers file is located in /etc/ftpd. The ftpusers file contains a list of default users who are denied ftp access for security reasons. This list includes "root".SolutionTo enable root to have ftp access, simply vi the ftpusers file and insert a # in front of root. This should enable you to do the flashupdate via ftp.For security reasons, you should uncomment root from the ftpusers file once the flashupdate is completed. Refer to the manpage on ftpusers for additional details.Product Sun Fire 3800 Server Sun Fire 6800 Server Sun Fire 4800 Server Internal Section Previously Published As 27539 Attachments This solution has no attachment |
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