Resetting the service tools device ID password using an unused service tools device ID

If you do not have another device to sign on to the system, but do have an unused service tools device ID, complete the following task on the PC.

1. Delete the current configuration as follows:
   1. Select the configuration name (under iSeries™ connection).
   2. From the Connection menu, click Delete.
   3. Click Yes to confirm the deletion if prompted.
2. Create a new configuration and use the unused service tools device ID during the configuration.
3. Use one of the methods listed in Resetting the service tools device ID password on the server or logical partition to reset the failing service tools device ID after connecting.