Bodet NETSILON 7 User manual

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NETSILON
TIME SERVER
User Manual
On receipt, ensure that the product has not been damaged during transportation and report any concerns to the carrier.
BODET SA
1 rue du Général de Gaulle
49340 Trementines, France
Tel. support France: 02.41.71.72.99
Fax France: 02.41.71.72.01
Ref.: 608065 B
www.bodet-time.com
This document refers to the following products:
907,900 NETSILON 7 (100-240 VAC)
907,901 NETSILON 7 (18-36 VDC)
907,902 NETSILON 7 (100-240 VAC + 18-36 VDC)

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CONTENTS
1. GENERAL POINTS 6
1.1 Using the guide 6
1.2 Introduction 6
1.3 Netsilon presentation 7
1.3.1. Front panel 7
1.3.2. Rear panel 7
1.4Specications 9
1.4.1. Precision 9
1.4.2. Connection 9
1.4.3. Mechanical characteristics 9
1.4.4. Electrical characteristics 9
1.4.5. Communications 9
1.4.6. Lists of network protocols supported 10
1.4.7. Synchronisation sources 10
2. INSTALLATION 11
2.1 Checking the package 11
2.2 Safety 11
2.2.1. Installing the equipment 11
2.2.2. Opening the equipment 11
2.2.3. Earth connection 11
2.3 Mechanical rack installation 12
2.4 Electrical installation 12
2.4.1. Power supply 12
2.4.2. Backup battery - CR2032 12
2.4.3. Ethernet 12
2.4.4. Alarm relay circuits 12
3. COMMISSIONING 13
3.1Factoryconguration 13

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3.2 Choosing the LCD screen display language 14
3.3CongurationwithaDHCPserver 14
3.4CongurationwithoutaDHCPserver 15
4. WEB SERVER MENUS 16
4.1 Start-up 16
4.1.1. Presentation of the main menu 16
4.1.2. ConguringtheNetsilonfrontpanel 16
4.1.3. Changing the language 18
4.2Managingusers 19
4.2.1. Changing the password 19
4.2.2. Creating or modifying an account 19
4.2.3. Deleting an account 19
4.2.4. Restoring the default password 20
4.3Conguringthetimezone 21
4.3.1. Deningthelocaltimesystemanddate 21
4.3.2. Creating a time zone manually 21
4.3.3. Creating a time zone automatically 22
4.4Conguringthecomputernetwork 23
4.4.1. ETH0Ethernetportconguration 23
4.4.2. ETHERNETexpansioncard(ref.907920) 24
4.4.3. Managing network services 25
4.5Choosingsynchronisationsources 29
4.5.1. Status of sources 29
4.5.2. Priority of sources 29
4.5.3. Satellite receivers 30
4.6 NTP 31
4.6.1. NTPservice 31
4.6.2. NTPclient 32
4.6.3. NTPservers 33
4.6.4. NTPpeers 34

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4.6.5. NTPkey 36
4.6.6. NTPAutokey 38
4.6.7. NTP-Anycast 39
4.7Timedistribution 40
4.7.1. AFNORexpansioncard(ref.907940) 40
4.7.2. PULSEexpansioncard(ref.907942) 41
4.7.3. CURRENTLOOPexpansioncard(ref.907944) 42
4.8Managementofnotications 43
4.8.1. SMTPconguration 43
4.8.2. SNMPtrapConguration 45
4.8.3. Congurationofalarms 46
4.9Systemsupervision 47
4.9.1. SNMPagent 47
4.10 Systemmonitoring 48
4.10.1.Home page 48
4.10.2.GPS statistics 49
4.10.3.NTPstatistics 50
4.10.4.NTPlog 51
4.10.5.Alarm history 51
4.11 Systemtools 52
4.11.1. Firmware updates 52
4.11.2.Loadingandsavingaconguration 52
4.11.3. Firmware version and online help 53
4.11.4.Factoryconguration 53
4.11.5.RestartingorswitchingoffNetsilon 53
4.11.6.Removinganexpansioncard 54
4.11.7.ExportingNTPlogs 54
5. CONFIGURATIONBYSSH 55
5.1Authenticationbypassword 55
5.2Authenticationbypublickey 56

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6. CONFIGURATIONBYCONSOLE 58
7. CONTROLPANELMENUS 59
7.1Mainmenutree 59
7.1.1. System menu 60
7.1.2. Networkmenu 61
7.1.3. USB transfer menu 62
7.2Technicianmenu 63
8. SUPPORT 64
8.1 Status of LEDs on front panel 64
8.2Webbrowsernotopening 65
8.3Controlpanelinactive 65
8.4Datasynchronisation  65
8.5USBloading 66
8.6 BODET technical support 66
8.7Historyofupdatestothisguide 66
9. ANNEXES 67
9.1Annex1:synchronisation 67
9.1.1. Primary source / secondary source 67
9.1.2. Automatic selection 69
9.2Annex2:functions 70
9.3Annex3:rightsaccordingtoprole:administrator&user 71
9.4Annex4:savedsettings 72
9.5Annex5:listofcommandsets 73
9.6Annex6:secureleforSCPandSFTPtransfer 74

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1. GENERAL POINTS
Thank you for choosing the BODET Netsilon time server. This product has been carefully designed to meet your
needs in accordance with ISO 9001 quality standards.
We recommend that you read this manual carefully before using the product for the first time.
Retain this manual throughout the lifespan of your product so that you can refer to it when necessary.
Failure to observe these instructions may cause irreversible damage and invalidate the warranty.
Non-contractual data. Bodet reserves the right to make changes to equipment, including functional, technical and
aesthetic changes or changes to colours, without notice.
This manual is subject to change without notice. To obtain the most recent version of this document, please refer to
our website: www.bodet-time.com.
Pleasenote:dependingonyourconfiguration(e.g.optioncards,NTPand/orGPSsynchronisation,etc.),
somefunctionspresentedinthisnoticemaynotbeavailableonyourNetsilontimeserver.
1.1 Using the guide
Different user profiles may be required to install or use this product.
According to the task to be performed and the proficiency level of the user, we recommend as follows:
>Little or no experience in this environment:
Read through this manual in its entirety before installing and configuring Netsilon.
>Good knowledge of this environment:
Read through this manual from Chapter 2. Installation
> If Netsilon is already operational:
In order to change a specific setting or gain a better understanding of its characteristics and functions, read
through this manual from Chapter 3.Commissioning. Use the search function, click on a PDF bookmark, or
use the table of contents.
> In the event of technical problems please refer to Chapter 7. Support.
Key to symbols:
: indicates advice, a recommendation or any other noteworthy information relating to use of Netsilon.
: indicates that special attention needs to be paid.
: indicates that misuse or failure to follow the instructions could result in a hazard. This information must be
taken into account when installing or using Netsilon.
1.2 Introduction
Netsilon is a time server designed to distribute a high-precision time signal.
Compact and modular, the Netsilon time server combines the precision of a master clock with the secure approach
of data networks:
> High-precision internal clock regulated by its own quartz TCXO.
> Order of priority for the different synchronisation references.
> Modular design allowing a wide variety of input/output signals (up to four option cards).
> Network security management: enable/disable encryption, authentication, and access protocols.
> Alarm information in the form of SNMP traps and e-mails.
Three versions are available, depending on the power supply:
> Netsilon 7 (100-240 VAC).
> Netsilon 7 (18-36 VDC).
> Netsilon 7 (100-240 VAC + 18-36 VDC).

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1.3 Netsilon presentation
1.3.1. Front panel
The Netsilon front panel contains:
>a USB11port
> three status LEDs for power supply, synchronisation and alarms (Power, Sync. and Alarm) 2.
See Chapter 6.1 Status of LEDs on front panel
>a two-line LCD display 3,
> control keys 4for initial setup (full setup from the web server).
1.3.2. Rear panel
> NETSILON7(100-240VAC+18-36VDC)
1Earth.
2On/Off switch.
3Mains. IEC 320 AC power inlets.
418-36 VDC power supply terminal. 3.81mm terminal.
5Slots for option cards:
> NETWORK option card (RJ45), ref. 907920.
> AFNOR option card, ref. 907940.
> PULSE option card, ref. 907942.
> CURRENT LOOP option card, ref. 907944.
> NETWORK FIBER option card (2 SFP), ref. 907921.
The option cards are installed in our production factory. For subsequent installation, refer to the expansion card
installation guide.
6Common/Normally-Closed/Normally-Open relay contact output.
If contact Normally-Open: no alarms / If contact Normally-Closed: alarms.
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2
1 2
3 6
5 5 5 5
7 8 9 10
SLOT A SLOT B SLOT C SLOT D
1 NetsilonsupportsUSBkeysformattedtoAT16/FAT32andNTFS

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7Terminal for GPS antenna:
8Alarms input: interfaces with the dry contact of the client equipment.
9Serial port.
10 ETH0 network card.
> NETSILON7(100-240VAC)
> NETSILON7(18-36VDC)

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1.4 Specications
1.4.1. Precision
Typicalvalues
Precision11x10-9
Stability2 1x10-7/day
Holdover35 ms (after 24 hours)
Alarm SNMP traps, email and relay contact
1average after 24 hours with GPS signal
2average after 2 weeks with GPS signal
3typical value, after 2-week GPS synchronisation at constant temperature
1.4.2. Connection
Input 1x GPS
Outputs 1x Ethernet, 4 slots for option cards
1.4.3. Mechanical characteristics
Construction Metal case - 1 U rack - 19”
Operating temperature 0°C to +50°C
Humidity level 0-90% without condensation
Protection class IP41
Weight 2.5kg
Dimensions 447 x 264 x 44.2mm
1.4.4. Electrical characteristics
Power supply
AC: 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
(1.4 A @ 115VAC, 0.85 A @ 230VAC)
DC: 18-36 VDC
MTBF 100,000 hours
1.4.5. Communications
Network port RJ45, 1000BASE-T (Gigabit)
Panel USB port (can be disabled) for saving and updating rmware
Keyboard (lockable) and LCD screen for network conguration

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1.4.6. Lists of network protocols supported
PROTOCOLS
NTP V2, V3, V4 Compliant with RFC 1305 and 5905 protocols.
Supports Unicast, broadcast, Multicast, peering,
MD5 encryption and Autokey.
Client/’server mode: NTP requests per
second
> 2000
SNTP V3, V4 Compliant with RFC 1769, 2030, 4330 and 5905
MANAGEMENT
HTTP/HTTPS Browser-based conguration and supervision
SSH Conguration basique avec des jeux de
commandes par le port Ethernet
Console Conguration basique avec des jeux de
commandes par le port série
COMMUNICATIONS
IP Version 4
SERVICES
DHCP Version 4
SMTP Mail forwarding
SUPERVISION
SNMP Supports V1, V2C and V3 (traps + agents)
Relay contact / External input Sending and receipt of alarms
1.4.7. Synchronisation sources
Two synchronisation sources are available for Netsilon: the BODET GPS antenna or an NTP server present on the
computer network.

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2. INSTALLATION
This chapter provides an overview of the steps to be followed to install Netsilon.
Several factors must be taken into account when installing Netsilon:
1) The type of power supply: 18-36 VDC and/or 100-240 VAC.
2) The type of installation: Netsilon integration into an existing Ethernet network or new installation (ensure
cable accessibility).
3) A PC connected to the Ethernet network with a web browser1such as Google Chrome®, Mozilla Firefox or
Microsoft Internet Explorer® is required.
If Netsilon is equipped with option cards, they must be configured from the web server once network configuration
is complete (via the ETH0 port).
2.1 Checking the package
Carefully unpack the time server and check the contents of the package. These should include:
> The Netsilon unit, with its option cards,
> The two brackets for mounting in a 19’’ rack,
> Aquick start guide.
> A safety instructions notice.
2.2 Safety
This product has been carefully designed to meet your needs in accordance with ISO 9001 quality standards.
Before beginning to install and configure Netsilon, carefully read the various safety instructions.
Ensure that you observe the safety warnings and precautions at all times during the installation, operation and
maintenance of your product.
2.2.1. Installing the equipment
The installation and maintenance of this device must be performed by accredited personnel. This product must not
be installed by unauthorised users / operators.
Electrical installation of the equipment must comply with applicable electrical standards.
2.2.2. Opening the equipment
There are no user-repairable parts inside this equipment. Please contact BODET customer support if the equipment
needs to be repaired.
Do not open the product except when adding or replacing expansion cards:
> Never open the product while the power supply is connected.
> Ensure that all power supply sources are removed from the device before installing the option cards: unplug
the AC and/or DC power supplies connected to the equipment (according to model).
theON/OFFswitchisoffunctionaltype.Itisnotapowersupplydisconnectswitch.Disconnectthe
powersupplyandrelaycircuitsbeforeanyintervention.
2.2.3. Earth connection
Never run the equipment without an earth connection.
Contact an electrician if you are not certain that your electrical network is earthed.
This device must be directly connected to an earthed mains power outlet
The device’s mains power supply must have a phase-neutral C curve circuit breaker of 16A maximum, rapidly
accessible upstream from the power supply line.
1 It is recommended that you use the latest version of your internet browser.

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2.3 Mechanical rack installation
The Netsilon time server should be installed in a 19” rack or cabinet, using the two brackets supplied.
WerecommendthatyouinstallNetsiloninasecurelocation.
2.4 Electrical installation
All cables must be securely attached to the chassis before being connected to the various terminal blocks in order
to prevent traction on connections.
2.4.1. Power supply
Power supply management according to version:
> Netsilon 7 (100-240 VAC): mains power supply only.
> Connect the power cord to the AC connector at the rear of the device.
> Netsilon 7 (18-36 VDC): direct current only.
> Connect a DC cable and observe the polarity indicated at the rear of the device.
> NETSILON 7 (100-240 VAC + 18-36 VDC): priority mains power supply. If the latter is lost, the power supply
will automatically switch over to 18-36 VDC.
> Connect the power cable supplied to the AC connector, together with a DC cable, and observe the
polarity indicated at the rear of the device.
2.4.2. Backup battery - CR2032
If replacing the CR2032 battery, it is essential to observe the polarity, as indicated on the slot of the battery.
There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by a non-compliant battery.
Dispose of used batteries in accordance with the instructions given on our website.
2.4.3. Ethernet
The ETH0 Ethernet port, accessible on the rear panel of the device, enables easy connection to routers, switches
or hubs.
1) Use a shielded CAT.5E or CAT.6 cable Ethernet cable (RJ45)
2) Connect the Ethernet network cable to the RJ45 connector on the Netsilon rear panel.
TheproductiscommissionedbyactivatingtheON/OFFswitchontherearpanelofthedevice.
The Bodet company strongly recommends connecting and using Netsilon exclusively on a private
network(VLAN).
2.4.4. Alarm relay circuits
For the relay circuits, provide protection by means of a fused disconnect switch or circuit breaker of 1A maximum.
Maintenance must be performed with power off. Disconnect the power supply and relay circuits under hazardous
voltage.
Breaking capacity: 1A / 50V AC DC.

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3. COMMISSIONING
Netsilon configuration is performed exclusively on the web server. In order to be able to access the web server it is
necessary to configure the ETH0 port via the front panel keypad and the LCD screen.
inordernottodisruptNetsilonsynchronisationwiththeotherproductspresentonthenetwork,itis
importanttomaintainidentificationofthetimeserver.
There are two solutions for accessing the web server:
> With a DHCP server: automatic assignment of an IP address.
> Without a DHCP server: manual assignment of a xed IP address via the control panel in the Netsilon network
menu.
3.1 Factoryconguration
The default configuration parameters have been selected to facilitate initial configuration. A single account is
activated on shipment from the factory.
> Default web server user account:
> Username: bodetadmin
> Password: admin49
  Thisaccountcannotbedeleted.However,itisstronglyrecommendedtochangethepassword
(seeChapter4.2.1Changingthedefaultaccountpassword)
When first running Netsilon, the default parameters are as follows:
Functions Default status Means of configuration
Control panel & LCD
screen
Unlocked Control panel (technician menu) + web server
Language: English Web Server
Rotation of information: time,
network, synchronisation and
system status
Web Server
USB port Enabled Web Server
ETH0 Ethernet port
Services:
HTTP: ON
HTTPS: ON
DNS: ON
Console: ON
SSH: ON
Web server
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3.2 Choosing the LCD screen display language
The network settings for configuration of the ETH0 port (assignment of an IP address) can be read or configured via
the Netsilon control panel. It is first necessary to select the product’s display language:
3.3 CongurationwithaDHCPserver
1) On start-up, the Netsilon time server waits for automatic assignment of an IP address by the DHCP server. This
may take a few minutes.
2) Once assigned, this IP address is shown on the LCD screen. By default, the LCD screen alternately displays
several parameters. To read the IP address on the LCD screen, consult the network menu using the Netsilon
control panel and LCD screen:
3) Enter the IP address, as seen on the LCD screen, into the web browser (Google Chrome®, Mozilla Firefox or
Microsoft Internet Explorer®).
4) See Chapter 4.Webservermenus.
192.168.1.0/24istheIPaddresswithCIDRnotation.
Exit the menu by pressing the button.
L a n g u a g e     o k 
   õ
L a n g u a g e     o k 
   õ
Language:ENGLISHú
   ok
Language:FRENCHú
   ok
Selection of languages available:
English, French, Italian, Dutch, German
and Spanish
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Network  õ
Productinfo ok
Version  õ
Version  ok
Optioncards õ
Optioncards ok
Language  õ
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Network  õ
Network  ok
USBtransfer õ
DisplayETH0 ok
Config.ETH0 õ
192.168.1.0/24
Nogatewayok

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3.4 CongurationwithoutaDHCPserver
Without automatic assignment of an IP address by a DHCP server, it is necessary to manually assign a fixed IP
address.
To manually configure the Netsilon network settings, enter the following three parameters:
> IP address assignment
> This is a unique address assigned to Netsilon by the network administrator. Ensure that the chosen
address is available.
> Subnet mask
> The subnet mask defines the number of bits taken by the IP address. The number of bits used in the
netmask may range from 8 to 30 bits.
> Gateway
> The gateway address is required if communication with Netsilon is outside the local network. By
default, the gateway is disabled.
To configure these three parameters, use the Netsilon network menu, via its control panel:
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Network  õ
Network  ok
USBtransfer õ
DisplayETH0 ok
Config.ETH0 õ
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IPAddress:
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gress...
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Enter the values with the and
keys.
Note:thesevaluesaredetermined
bythenetworkadministrator.

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4. WEB SERVER MENUS
The order of the chapters corresponds to the steps to be completed as part of an initial commissioning. It is important
to observe this order to ensure correct deployment of the system.
An administrator profile is required to modify the web server parameters presented in this chapter. To view rights
according to the profile used, refer to Annex3:rightsaccordingtoprofile.
To access the Netsilon web server, follow these steps:
1) Note the Netsilon IP address.
2) Open a web browser page.
3) Enter the IP address into the browser’s address bar.
4) Enter the username and default password to access the web server. For info:
>Username: bodetadmin
>Password: admin49
4.1 Start-up
4.1.1. Presentation of the main menu
: dashboard which can be used to view the status of synchronisation, sources, alarms, power supplies
and outputs
: configuration of interfaces and network services.
: configuration of alarms, SNMP traps and SMTP.
: management of users, SNMP agents and SSH.
: configuration of synchronisations (NTP and GPS), outputs and the time zone.
: consultation of GPS and NTP statistics, NTP logs, and acknowledgement of alarms.
: configuration of the system, the LCD screen display, consultation of firmware versions, online help
and system tools (upgrade and backup, restarting, expansion card versions and log exporting).
4.1.2. ConguringtheNetsilonfrontpanel
To configure the interface (LCD display, USB port and control panel), follow these steps:
1) SYSTEM menu > General > Front panel:

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2) Click , and the following window will appear:
3) Perform the desired configuration:
1Can be used to lock the Netsilon control panel when the box is checked.
> This function can be used to prevent any misuse by a third party.
2Can be used to disable the USB port located on the panel when the box is checked.
> This function can be used to prevent the insertion of a USB key containing malicious files by a third party.
3Can be used to select the language displayed on the Netsilon LCD screen.
> By default: English
> Available languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Italian.
4Can be used to select the scrolling parameters displayed on the LCD standby screen:
> Time
> Local time and date.
> Network
> IP address
> Subnet mask
> Gateway.
> Synchronisation
> Display of source(s) of synchronisation (primary and/or secondary).
> System
> Display of system status (synchronised, holdover, change of reference between primary and secondary
synchronisation, non-synchronised and autonomous). In order to understand these statuses, refer to
Annex1:Synchronisation.
5Can be used to set the scrolling display time between each element (Time, Network, Synchronisation and
System) in seconds.
4) Click to apply the changes.
1
2
3
4
5

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4.1.3. Changing the language
To make the configuration easier it is recommended to select the language you are the most confortable with.
To choose the web server display language, follow these steps:
1) SYSTEM menu > General > Settings:
2) English is the default language. It is also possible to set the period of time after which the web server will
disconnect and return to the login page.
afterconfiguringeachparameter,click to apply the changes.
Change the time server
domain name1
Change the web server
language and idle timeout
1 The domain name must be unique. Once changed, this will lead to regeneration of the Autokey certificate.

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4.2 Managing users
4.2.1. Changing the password
By way of reminder, it is strongly recommended to change the default password before beginning Netsilon
configuration.
To change the default administrator account password, follow these steps:
1) SECURITY menu > User management > Users, or SECURITY menu > User management > Account.
2) Click , and the following window will appear:
3) Click to apply the changes.
4.2.2. Creating or modifying an account
To create a new account, follow these steps:
1) SECURITY menu > User management > Users.
2) Click to add an account, and the following window will appear:
3) Click to apply the changes.
refertoAnnex3toseethedifferencesbetweenadministratoranduserproles.
4.2.3. Deleting an account
To delete an account, follow these steps:
1) SECURITY menu > User management > Users
2) Click on the account to be deleted (to select it).
3) Click to delete the account, and the following window will appear:
3) Click to apply the deletion.
itisimpossibletodeletethedefaultadministratoraccount.
Enter your new
personal password
1
2
3
1Enter a username containing between 5 and 32
characters
2Select a profile type
3Enter a password containing between 7 and 32
characters

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4.2.4. Restoring the default password
In order to restore the default administrator account password, follow these steps:
1) SECURITY menu > User management > Account
2) Click , and the following window will appear:
3) Click to apply the changes.