About entering FIPS mode
For the device to enter FIPS mode, you can use one of the following methods:
Automatic reboot—The system automatically performs the following operations:
Prompts you to specify the username and password for the next login.
Creates a default FIPS configuration file named fips-startup.cfg.
Specifies the default FIPS configuration file as the startup configuration file.
Reboots and loads the default FIPS configuration file to enter the FIPS mode.
Manual reboot—You must complete the required configuration tasks and reboot the device manually.