Passwords and Usernames on ARCHER
For security reason there are certain restrictions governing the choice of usernames and passwords on ARCHER.
Passwords:
You are required to change your password on ARCHER every year.
Passwords must be a minimum of 16 characters in length and must not contain the same character three times or more in a row.
Note: passwords featuring a mix of letters, numbers, and cases, may be shorter than 16 characters - however we recommend a memorable long password phrase made up of at least three words such as:
- greenhousemonkey
- orangewheelflower
We strongly recommend that you use the advice from NCSC when setting your password.
Passwords that are too simple or too similar to your old password will be rejected.
Usernames:
- Usernames are standardised and the rules governing them are:
- Must be a maximum of 8 characters in length
- Only alpha-numeric charcters allowed (no special charcters eg $,@)
- Lowercase only
- Must start with a letter
- Must not be the same as a groupname on ARCHER
If you have any questions about the choice of passwords OR usernames on ARCHER, please mail to the ARCHER Helpdesk.
