Recommendations on configuring and using LDAP for User Authentication (4325023)

Single Sign On enables users who are logged on to the domain to access the SMA (Systems Management Appliance) Administrator Console and User Console without having to re-enter their credentials on the SMA login page. Use, as an recommendation, Active Directory groups to simplify SMA user authentication and administration. Using AD groups will provide a better focus on a specific set of users with their relevant roles or function.

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