Configure LDAP Contexts

Contexts are defined starting points in an LDAP database from which the search function begins searching. Contexts are used with the Authentication feature. You can configure the printer to add an authentication context automatically to the Login Name provided by the user.

NOTE: Contexts are only used if you configure LDAP server settings and select NDS as the server type.

1. Access CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS) and if necessary, login as System Administrator. See the Related Content for additional information.

2. Click on the Properties tab.

3. Click on Connectivity on the left side of the window.

4. Click on Setup.

5. Under Protocol, next to LDAP, click on Edit. The LDAP window will be displayed.

6. Click on the Contexts tab.

7. For Default Login Context, enter details, as needed.

8. Click on Apply.

9. If necessary, proceed with configuring other LDAP settings. See the Related Content for additional information.

Related Content

• Access CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS)

• Add or Edit LDAP Servers Using CentreWare Internet Services (CWIS)

• Configure LDAP User Mappings