Sun Java System Directory Editor 1 2004Q4 Installation and Configuration Guide |
Preface
This publication explains how to install and configure Sun Java System Directory Editor for use in a production environment.
For the latest information about the features and functionality in this release of Directory Editor, please see the online release notes at:
http://docs.sun.com/db/prod/sjs.diredit
Note
User interfaces depicted in this document are subject to change in future versions of the product.
This Preface contains the following information:
Who Should Use This BookThis Installation and Configuration Guide is intended for use by administrators, systems engineers, and professional services engineers who will use Directory Editor to create and manage directory data.
You should already be familiar with
Before You Read This BookThe Sun Java System Directory Editor Release Notes contain the latest information about the product — including information that may supersede instructions provided in this book. Be sure you read these Release Notes before attempting any procedures described in this book.
Because Sun Java System Directory Server is used as the data store in an Directory Editor deployment, you should be familiar with the documentation provided with that product. Directory Server documentation can be accessed online at
http://docs.sun.com/coll/DirectoryServer_04q2.
How This Book Is OrganizedThe Sun Java System Directory Editor Installation and Configuration Guide is organized into the following chapters:
- Chapter 1, "Before You Install" provides important information to help you prepare to install and configure Directory Editor.
- Chapter 2, "Installing Directory Editor" provides instructions for installing Directory Editor on your system.
- Chapter 3, "Getting Started" provides an overview of the Directory Editor’s graphical user interface and major features.
- Chapter 4, "Creating and Editing Objects" explains how to create and edit objects in your directories.
- Chapter 5, "Working With Forms" explains how to customize the default Directory Editor forms and how to create new forms for your site.
- Chapter 6, "Searching Directories" explains how to search for objects in the directory.
- Chapter 7, "Configuring Directory Editor" explains how to configure authorization roles and create a secure site.
- Chapter 8, "Backing Up and Restoring Configurations" explains how to backup and restore your configuration data.
- Chapter 9, "Removing the Software" explains how to uninstall Directory Editor.
- Chapter 10, "Error Logging and Troubleshooting" explains how to work with Directory Editor error logs and how to troubleshoot problems you may encounter as you work.
- Appendix A, "HTML Components Used to Define Directory Editor Forms" describes the HTML components you use to customize Directory Editor forms.
- Appendix B, "Resources for Role Configuration" describes the resources that are available for configuring roles.
Conventions Used in This BookThe tables in this section describe the conventions used in this book.
The information is organized as follows:Typographic Conventions
The following table describes the typographic conventions used in this book.
Symbols
The following table describes the symbol conventions used in this book.
Mnemonics
Directory Editor uses mnemonics (underlined letters) throughout the user interface to give you quicker options for performing certain tasks. You simply type the unlined letter to perform the task. Mnemonics are not case sensitive. To access them press the Alt key simultaneously.
Default Paths and File Names
The following table describes the default paths and file names used in this book.
Books in This Documentation SetThe following table summarizes the books included in the Directory Editor documentation set.
Related DocumentationBecause you will be working with Sun Java System Directory Server, you may need to refer to their product documentation. You can access the documentation from the following location:
http://docs.sun.com/coll/DirectoryServer_04q2
The http://docs.sun.com web site enables you to access Sun technical documentation online. You can browse the archive or search for a specific book title or subject.
Accessing Sun Resources OnlineFor product downloads, professional services, patches and support, and additional developer information, go to the following:
- Developer Information
http://developers.sun.com/prodtech/index.html- Download Center
http://wwws.sun.com/software/download/- Product Data Sheets
http://www.sun.com/software/- Product Documentation Online
http://docs.sun.com- Product Support and Status
http://www.sun.com/service/support/software/- Professional Services
http://www.sun.com/service/sunps/sunone/index.html- Sun Enterprise Services, Solaris Patches, and Support
http://sunsolve.sun.com- Support and Training
http://www.sun.com/supportraining/
Contacting Sun Technical SupportIf you have technical questions about this product that are not answered in the product documentation, go to:
http://www.sun.com/service/contacting
Related Third-Party Web Site ReferencesThe following third-party web sites are referenced in this publication:
- For information about configuring LDAP over SSL:
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;321051- For information about installing the Apache Tomcat software:
http://jakarta.apache.org/tomcat/Sun is not responsible for the availability of third-party web sites mentioned in this document. Sun does not endorse and is not responsible or liable for any content, advertising, products, or other materials that are available on or through such sites or resources. Sun will not be responsible or liable for any actual or alleged damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services that are available on or through such sites or resources.
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