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In order to prevent any one administrator blocking access to a configuration area for others other users, the server enforces a time limit on how long an admin user can keep a section in edit mode. The auto edit timer counts down from when the mouse was last moved or clicked. Once the time limit is reached, the edit mode for the item that you have open will be terminated, regardless of whether you have saved your changes or not. Therefore, before beginning to create a new installation, you are strongly recommended to increase the default edit time of 15 minutes. You are also recommended to save your changes often.
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