Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP)
SD Elements can be configured to rely on an LDAP user store for validating access to the application.
Configure LDAP for Single Sign-on
Follow the steps below to configure LDAP for Single Sign-on.
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The application user is a Super User.
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Network access to the LDAP server.
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LDAP Information.
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Server URI: The URI of the LDAP server.
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Bind DN: The distinguished name to use when binding to the LDAP server.
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Bind Password: The password to use with the bind DN.
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Start TLS: Indication if connection should use Start TLS for security.
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Base DN: The DN within which to search for the user.
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Scope: The scope of the search.
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User filter: How to match LDAP users.
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Log in to the SD Elements web application.
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From the gear icon [settings] menu, select Authentication.
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Select option LDAP under SSO Type.
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Update the fields using appropriate LDAP Information.
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Click Save.
The server is now set up to authenticate users using LDAP. You can test the configuration using the Test User Authentication section on the page.
Troubleshooting
On the LDAP SSO configuration form, click on Verify Bind Connection to verify credentials and settings. For more advanced debugging, refer to the methods below.