Hi,Here are the definitions from IPS 5.1 guide.Understanding Promiscuous Mode (IDS)In promiscuous mode, packets do not flow through the sensor. The sensor analyzes a copy of the monitored traffic rather than the actual forwarded packet. The advantage...

Here it ishttp://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vpndevc/ps4077/products_configuration_guide_chapter09186a008055df7c.html#wp1030874Thanks.Edward

Hi,If you have a service account, you can use it to reset the password.If you don't, unless you are running 6.x code, only way is to reimage the box.Here is the related link.http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/vpndevc/ps4077/products_configuration...

I'm sorry I'm not sure if I understand your question correctly.No, if you don't have AIP module, then you can't use ASDM's IPS link nor IDM.Edward