Preparing for Configuration

Before you begin configuring Sun ONE Directory Server, you should have an understanding of the various components and the design and configuration decisions you need to make.

To help you configure Sun ONE Directory Server, you should be familiar with the concepts contained in the following sections.

• Components

• Configuration Decisions

• Configuration Process Overview

• Configuration Privileges

The Deployment Guide for the Sun ONE Directory Server contains basic directory concepts as well as guidelines to help you design and successfully deploy your directory service.