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# VMWare
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## ESXi 6.X
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### Re-enable user in lockout mode
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If you enabled lockout mode in vSphere then inputing the wrong password multiple times puts your user into lockout mode. It is locked for a period of time (at most 900 seconds). Each following login - even correct ones - resets the timer.
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To re-enable to user you need console access (by standing in front of the machine or some sort of remote console, e.g. HP iLo or Dell iDrac):
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1. Press `ALT+F1` to change from the DCUI to the ESXi shell
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2. Log in with an administrative user (even if this one is locked)
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3. Run `pam_tally2 --user <username>` to see the number of unsuccessful logins
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4. Run `pam_tally2 --user <username> --reset` to reset this number
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5. Now you should be able to login using SSH or the web frontend
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## Links
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* [Experimental VMWare Tool - Flings](https://flings.vmware.com)
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* [vcsim - A vCenter and ESXi API based simulator](https://github.com/vmware/govmomi/tree/master/vcsim)
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