Setting up Advanced security

Meter security has strong user login, user access management, and password complexity.

NOTE: We recommend that you use Advanced security mode.

For detailed information on the Advanced security mode capabilities, see Advanced security mode.

Prerequisites:

• Meter connection using ION Setup.
• Login credentials.
• Security configuration access privileges.

To set up Advanced security:

1. Open ION Setup > select the meter > Setup Assistant.
2. Security > Security Mode > Edit. The Open Security Configuration file dialog box opens.
3. Select the advanced.scf security configuration file.
4. Click Open. If prompted, click Yes to use Advanced security.
5. Next, either:
   • Continue configuring the meter security settings.
   • Click Finish to push your security configuration changes to the meter.