pix recovery

[shirwaziri1_2]

I always have problems with password recovery on a pix. I follow the instuctions below, but always get confused.

http://cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vpndevc/ps2030/products_password_recovery09186a008009478b.shtml

I want to connect to the pix with a laptop via a cross over cable. I think that would be the simpliest way.

Can some one simply the procedures for me. I will not be infront of the pix and will have to instruct someone.

Any input will be very appreciated.

Thanks

[1cmerchant]

Not sure what you're confused about regarding the procedure detailed in the link you posted, but that is what you've got to do in order to recover a Pix password.

As for wanting to 'connect to the pix with a laptop via a cross over cable' I'm not sure what that will accomplish, as you'll need console (terminal 0) access in order to run the procedure.

Unfortunately there isn't really a way to simplify the procedure, it is what it is.

Carl