Novell Enhanced Smart Card Method 3.0.1, Installation Manual

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Basic Configuration Requirements
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Basic Configuration Requirements
After installing the method, it is important to use iManager to complete the configuration steps
outlined below. Completing these steps ensure that the method is properly configured.
Š
Section 5.1, “Activating the Method,” on page 29
Š Section 5.2, “Configuring Trusted Root Certificates,” on page 29
Š
Section 5.3, “Configuring Certificate Revocation Checking,” on page 31
Š Section 5.4, “Configuring Users,” on page 32
5.1 Activating the Method
The method has a 90-day trial period. After the trial period, a valid license key must be entered to
activate the method. A license key can be obtained from your Novell
®
sales representative.
To enter a license key, click Smart Card Login > Global Setting . Click Activate Method and enter a
valid license key.
Figure 5-1
Activate Method Page
5.2 Configuring Trusted Root Certificates
The certificate validation process ensures that the login certificate has been issued by a trusted
Certificate Authority. This is accomplished by validating that the certificate chain ends with a
trusted root certificate. Trusted root certificates are stored in trusted root containers in eDirectory.
1 Create a trusted root container.
1a Select Novell Certificate Server > Create Trusted Root Container .
1b Specify the container name and location.