The Break Sequence
Before you start the password-recovery process, you need to be aware that the Break key sequence of the most common operating systems depends on the software you use. Table D-6 shows the standard Break key sequences you use with a variety of software.
| Software | Platform | Operating System | Key Combination or Procedure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyperterminal | IBM-compatible | Windows 2000 | Ctrl-Break |
| Hyperterminal (version 595160) | IBM-compatible | Windows 95 | Ctrl-F6-Break |
| Kermit | Sun workstation | UNIX | Ctrl-\l Ctrl-\b |
| MicroPhone Pro | IBM-compatible | Windows | Ctrl-Break |
| Minicom | IBM-compatible | Linux | Ctrl-a f |
| ProComm Plus | IBM-compatible | DOS or Windows | Alt-b |
| Telix | IBM-compatible | DOS | Ctrl-End |
| Telnet to Cisco | IBM-compatible | — | Ctrl-] |
| Teraterm | IBM-compatible | Windows | Alt-b ... |
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