User guide

Chapter 2: Installation and Configuration
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Remote Authentication
Note to CC-SG Users
When the KX II-101-V2 is controlled by CommandCenter Secure
Gateway, CC-SG authenticates users and groups.
For additional information about CC-SG authentication, see the
CommandCenter Secure Gateway User Guide, Administrator Guide,
or Deployment Guide, which can be downloaded from the Support
section of the Raritan website (www.raritan.com).
Supported Protocols
To simplify management of usernames and passwords, the KX II-101-V2
provides the ability to forward authentication requests to an external
authentication server. Two external authentication protocols are
supported: LDAP/LDAPS and RADIUS.
Note on Microsoft Active Directory
Microsoft
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Active Directory
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uses the LDAP/LDAPS protocol natively, and
can function as an LDAP/LDAPS server and authentication source for
the KX II-101-V2. If it has the IAS (Internet Authorization Server)
component, a Microsoft Active Directory server can also serve as a
RADIUS authentication source.
Create User Groups and Users
As part of the initial configuration, you must define user groups and users
in order for users to access the KX II-101-V2.
The KX II-101-V2 uses system-supplied default user groups and allows
you to create groups and specify the appropriate permissions to suit your
needs.
User names and passwords are required to gain access to the KX II-101-
V2. This information is used to authenticate users attempting to access
your KX II-101-V2. See User Management (on page 83) for details on
adding and editing user groups and users.