The open firmware password has to be set when ever a new machine is set up in the Lab. This password prohibits the use of boot CD or other device from starting up the machine.
The software is located in Application/Utilities and is called Open Firmware Password
Launch the software and check the box Require password to change Open Firmware settings
Set the Open Firmware Password for the lab and secure with appropriate admin password.
Information in this area is meant for use by CSCF staff and is not official documentation, but anybody who is interested is welcome to use it if they find it useful.