Restrict the number of times an administrative user can unsuccessfully attempt to sign in to PowerSchool. Restricting sign-in attempts is a security precaution to minimize the risk of unauthorized persons entering your PowerSchool system. To remove the restriction, reset the user's disabled IP address.
Restrict Sign In Attempts
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Navigate to the Sign-in Attempt Restrictions page.
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Use the following table to enter information in the fields:
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Field |
Description |
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Disable IP address |
Select the checkbox to activate the function. |
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Failed sign in attempts |
Enter the number of failed sign in attempts possible. |
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Send security e-mail notification to |
Enter the email address of the person monitoring security. |
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Click Submit.
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Restart the server to activate the settings.
Reset Disabled IP Addresses
Reset a user's IP address after being disabled from too many unsuccessful sign-in attempts.
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Navigate to the Sign-in Attempt Restrictions page.
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Click View Disabled IP Addresses.
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Click an IP address to reset that address and enable additional sign-in attempts.
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Click Delete.
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Click Confirm Delete.