How to change the default Dell iDRAC Password

The Dell iDRAC is so useful for many things, but in its default configuration it is very insecure:

• The default username is “root”
• The default password is “calvin”

In this post I will show you how both rename the root account and change the password.

Renaming the root account adds a layer of obscurity making it more difficult for unauthorised users to gain console level access.

How to rename the iDrac root account and change the password.

• Login to the iDRAC using your credentials or use the default if they have not been changed
• On the left hand menu, choose “iDRAC Settings” and then “User Authentication”:
  
• Click on the User ID that corresponds to the root account, to edit it:
  
• The default action of “Configure user” should already be selected, so click on “Next”
• Change the username as per your preferences and set the new password:
  
• Scroll to the bottom of the page and click apply.
• Log-out of the iDrac and check your new settings.