Directories Configuration; Main Window; Add A Directory" Button; Action" List - Stormshield SN series Configuration Manual

DIRECTORIES CONFIGURATION

LDAP is a standard protocol that allows managing directories, i.e., accessing user databases on a
network through the TCP/IP protocols.
Stormshield Network firewalls embed an internal LDAP database, which stores information relating
to users who need to authenticate in order to use the firewall. In addition to this internal directory,
the firewall can also be connected to up to four external LDAP bases located on remote hosts.
The Directory configuration module (accessible through the menu Users>Directory
configuration) contains a wizard in the first page, offering you the choice of a directory and
initializing it.
Connecting to a Microsoft Active Directory
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Connecting to an external LDAP directory
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Connecting to a PosixAccount external LDAP directory
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Creating an internal LDAP

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Depending on your selection, the next step will vary, as the configuration of the external LDAP
requires more information.
To find out which characters are allowed or prohibited in various fields, please refer to
A: Allowed names.
Depending on the model of your firewall, a maximum number will determine how many users can
be authenticated simultaneously. This restriction is explained in the chapter Users.
The configuration of each of these directories consists of 3 steps. Select the LDAP database you
wish to create by clicking on the relevant option.

Main window

This module contains the list of the various directories configured on the firewall.
It is divided into 2 distinct zones:
The list of directories and action buttons (left column).
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Tabs setting out the configuration and structure of the selected directory.
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"Add a directory" button

Clicking on this button will launch the wizard to create a new LDAP directory.

"Action" list

When this list is expanded, it is possible to Delete a directory, Set as default, Check connection
to a directory or Check usage of a directory in the firewall's configuration.
Creating an internal LDAP
This type of directory is hosted by your Stormshield Network multi-function firewall, and your
information is stored in it once the LDAP directory is created.
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