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Cradle to Grave
12 Dec 2007
One Giant Leap: Cool Solutions gets some New Digs (tip)
Eleven years after launching the first Cool Solutions site, we have just taken a major step forward. We have some new digs - a full-on community site with all the Web 2.0 bells and whistles. Check it out!
12 Dec 2007
LDAP Password Changes and Versions of Security Services (feature)
Geoff Carman
12 Dec 2007
Counting References for an eDirectory Identity (tip)
Sailaja Mada
5 Dec 2007
Converting Structured Attributes in eDirectory (feature)
Fernando Freitas share some IDM rules that help you convert a structured syntax attribute to two different eDirectory formats.
5 Dec 2007
Managing the eDirectory Database Cache (tip)
You can manage you eDirectory database cache more effectively, thanks to this tip from Geoff Carman.
28 Nov 2007
Installing eDirectory 8.8 SP2 as a Non-Root User (appnote)
In this AppNote, Samuel Soares explains how to install and configure eDirectory 8.8 properly as a non-root user.
28 Nov 2007
Adding eGuide from OES1 to OES2 (tip)
Missing eGuide in your new OES install? This tip from Alan Pearson should help you get it back and working.
26 Nov 2007
UniqueID Check v1.0 (tool)
Analyze UID and CN attributes from an eDirectory tree.
21 Nov 2007
LDAP Directory Access over SSL, with MAC OS 10.5 Leopard (feature)
The new version of Mac OSX introduces some issues with LDAP Directory Access over SSL. Colin Pearce explains how to get smooth access again, with LDAP and the Directory Utility application.
21 Nov 2007
Building Group Memberships in eDirectory (tip)
This tip from Jack Shreve explains how to add a new eDirectory group, based on an existing group with similar membership.
21 Nov 2007
Avoiding an Error when you Delete an Application from iManager (tip)
This tip Francesco Vinci explains what to do about an error that can happen when when you delete an application from iManager.
21 Nov 2007
Controlling Container Access for eGuide Users (tip)
Here's a tip from Niklas Ekstedt that helps you control how eGuide users access certain containers.
19 Nov 2007
Installing and Configuring Novell FTP Server for eDirectory Authentication (feature)
This article by Punya Mall is useful for administrators who want to use eDirectory instead of open-LDAP for user authentication.
14 Nov 2007
Configuring SugarCRM to use Novell eDirectory for Authentication (feature)
Check out this cool solution posted by Omni to help its Riva SugarCRM GroupWise Integration closed beta customers configure SugarCRM for eDirectory LDAP user authentication.
14 Nov 2007
Mass Updates to Individual Trustee Assignments (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister explains how to change the individual trustee assignments, en masse ...
14 Nov 2007
New at Download.Novell.com - iManager Plug-ins (tip)
Check out these new iManager plug-ins, available at download.novell.com.
14 Nov 2007
Solving Application Access Problems after Upgrading to eDirectory 8.8 (tip)
This quick tip from Jack Shreve helps your users access applications and dirmap correctly after an upgrade to eDirectory 8.8.
7 Nov 2007
Using DXCMD in a Script (tip)
Here's a sample script and explanation from Geoff Carman that helps you run the dxcmd app to restart eDirectory and start necessary drivers.
7 Nov 2007
Finding Updated Snap-ins for iManager (tip)
This tip from Jesse Pretorius shows you how to find the sometimes elusive iManager snap-ins you need to download.
7 Nov 2007
Configuring eDirectory LDAP Server to Listen on Specific IP Addresses/Host Names (tip)
G Gireeshkumar explains how eDirectory LDAP Server can listen on selected IP addresses or host names.
7 Nov 2007
Checking NICI Libraries (tip)
Marcel Cox explains how you can tell whether your NICI library is really up-to-date.
31 Oct 2007
Backup scripts for eDirectory on Linux (tool)
Scripts to backup eDirectory on Linux using either dsbk or ndsbackup.
31 Oct 2007
IDM Driver Monitoring Solution (tool)
IDM Driver monitoring solution for Linux
31 Oct 2007
Using iManager 2.7 with Apache (tip)
Here's a brief guide on how to configure iManager to work properly with Apache. Thanks to Pekka Kuronen for sharing.
31 Oct 2007
eDirectory Migration and Disk Space Problems (tip)
If you're not fond of the idea of running out of disk space during an eDirectory migration, this tip from Andy Cox is for you.
31 Oct 2007
Using ndsconfig with eDirectory Installs (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister shares a few insights on using the ndsconfig utility when installing eDirectory.
31 Oct 2007
Customizing the Chooser Mode in iManager Roles & Tasks (tip)
Here's a tip from Wolfgang Schreiber that helps you specify the chooser mode that's used for custom tasks in iManager.
30 Oct 2007
Solving a Socket Error on a Linux Client (tip)
Ritu Sati explains how to deal with socket errors that occasionally happen when you run the eDirectory LDAP performance tool on a Linux client.
24 Oct 2007
Understanding Replicas in eDirectory (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister gets down to the basics of replicas and how they work in eDirectory.
24 Oct 2007
Changing iManager 2.7 Default Timeout (tip)
Geoff Carman describes how to change the default 30-minute timeout for iManager version 2.7.
17 Oct 2007
New at Download.novell.com: eDirectory 8.8 Plug-in for iManager 2.5, 2.6 & 2.7 (feature)
Check out the latest eDirectory plug-in available at download.novell.com ...
17 Oct 2007
Creating Nested Groups in eDirectory 8.8.2 using iManager 2.7 (tip)
You can create nested groups in eDirectory 8.8.2 more easily, thanks to this tip from Mada Sailaja.
15 Oct 2007
Check eDirectory LDAP Statistics with Nagios (tool)
This program can be used to monitor the number of ldap searches and errors with Nagios.
11 Oct 2007
Expire Accounts Not Used in 30 Days (tool)
Script expires accounts that haven't been used in the last 30 days.
10 Oct 2007
New at Download.novell.com (feature)
There are quite a few new software versions available at download.novell.com - learn about them here ...
10 Oct 2007
Cool Blog: TAO Files and Drivers (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Aaron Burgemeister unravels the ancient mysteries of TAO ...
10 Oct 2007
ATT Training Update (feature)
Check out the latest happenings in the Advanced Technical Training world ...
10 Oct 2007
Debugging Slow Performance in iManager on NetWare (tip)
Marcel Cox provides a few suggestions for getting iManager to respond more quickly when running on NetWare.
10 Oct 2007
Simple LDAP Management Tool, works with eDirectory from Linux (tool)
Allows users to easily update multiple users attributes, including passwords from the Linux console.
3 Oct 2007
Migrating Data from NetWare 5.1 to OES, with eDirectory 8.7.3.7 (feature)
This article by Shashikala B.V. shows the step-by-step process to follow when migrating from NetWare 5.1 to OES, using upgrades to eDirectory.
3 Oct 2007
Adding Alternative Names with Certificate Signing Requests (tip)
This tip from Klaus Gast shows you how to get alternative names into a CSR, using a process that leverages OpenSSL.
1 Oct 2007
DNSBrowse 2.08.04 (tool)
Utility for browsing through the DNS/DHCP records in NDS.
26 Sep 2007
Check ZLM assignment integrity between eDirectory object store and postgresql data store (tool)
This program checks the bundle, catalog and policy assignments between the eDirectory object store and postgresql data store.
26 Sep 2007
Establishing Cross-Realm Trust between Active Directory and Novell KDC (appnote)
In this AppNote, Anil Kumar Sekhara and Ashish Kumar explain how to log in to Windows XP, with Novell KDC interoperating with Microsoft KDC (Active Directory).
26 Sep 2007
Success Story: Nippon Comsys (feature)
Learn how Nippon Comsys built an effective single sign-on system with the help of Novell eDirectory, Identity Manager, and iChain.
19 Sep 2007
Understanding Unrestricted Access in iManager/RBS (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister explains the notion of "unrestricted access" with iManager and RBS.
19 Sep 2007
More about Container Searches in ConsoleOne (tip)
Jack Shreve adds some insight to the ongoing discussion on container searches in ConsoleOne ...
12 Sep 2007
ATT Training Update (feature)
Check out these new training opportunities from Novell ATT ...
12 Sep 2007
Success Story: Anne's Diary (feature)
Learn how Anne's Diary, the first secure social networking site for children, found the secure identity environment it needed, thanks to Novell eDirectory, Access Manager, and NMAS.
12 Sep 2007
Solving Search Issues with ConsoleOne (tip)
If you're not getting great results from ConsoleOne searches, this tip from Geoff Carman may clear things up for you ...
12 Sep 2007
Outputting Audit Query Results to a Web Page (tip)
You can get your Audit query results posted to a web page, thanks to this tip from Aaron Burgemeister.
12 Sep 2007
Using LdapConnection with Windows (tip)
Here's a code sample from Johann Akerstrom that shows how to use an ldapconnection to get eDirectory information.
11 Sep 2007
A GroupWise First -- Integrate eDirectory Values into GroupWise Signatures (feature)
Do you need to standardize your GroupWise signatures by adding eDirectory values? Read more about how Omni's new Managed Signature module allows you to push eDirectory values into GroupWise signatures.
5 Sep 2007
Success Story: SecureX (feature)
Learn how the SecureX group combined Novell Identity Manager with eDirectory to manage user accounts in a complex production system.
5 Sep 2007
Solving iPrint Errors in Mobile iManager (tip)
This tip from Wolfgang Schreiber helps you avoid iPrint exception errors that can occur when you use Mobile iManager.
5 Sep 2007
Adding a link to a Photo Editor in eGuide (tip)
If your eGuide users need an online graphics editor for their pictures, this tip from Jim Goodall should help.
30 Aug 2007
DSRAZOR for eDirectory/NDS and NetWare (tool)
Secure, delegate, administer and audit your eDirectory/NDS and NetWare File Systems. Manage user accounts, report on and manage security settings, delegate helpdesk tasks and more.
30 Aug 2007
DSMETER for NetWare (tool)
Audit and control your eDirectory/NDS and NetWare File Systems. Track login/logout activity, audit, alert and control server, file system, and directory activity, report on server inventory and more.
30 Aug 2007
DSRAZOR for GroupWise (tool)
Secure, delegate, administer and audit your GroupWise installations. Manage user accounts, report on and manage security settings, report disk space usage, manage distribution lists and more.
29 Aug 2007
Success Story: Saarland University (feature)
Learn how Germany's Saarland University found a centralized solution for iits 25,000-user network with Novell Identity Manager.
24 Aug 2007
NetworkTester (tool)
This script is made to test networking hardware and software in a simple way by verifying packets travel reliably across the network.
22 Aug 2007
Migrating AD into eDirectory, using OpenLDAP on OES (appnote)
This AppNote by Mike Faris takes you step by step through the process of migrating Active Directory data into eDirectory on an OES system, using OpenLDAP.
22 Aug 2007
Installing and Configuring eDirectory 8.8.x on Ubuntu Linux (appnote)
Need to install eDirectory on Ubuntu? It can be done, as this AppNote by Jon Hardman demonstrates.
22 Aug 2007
NMAS Authentication for Novell eDirectory, via Biometric Client and Server Login Kits (feature)
Fujitsu and 123ID have introduced Biometric Client and Server Login Kits, enabling NMAS authentication for Novell eDirectory. Learn more here ...
22 Aug 2007
Scrubbing eDirectory 8.8 on Linux (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister explains how to delete instances of eDirectory on Linux.
22 Aug 2007
Solving ConsoleOne Display Corruption (tip)
If you're getting annoyed by frequent display setting corruptions in ConsoleOne, this tip from Tony Kelly should help.
15 Aug 2007
K-12 School Uses EMU to Create and Bulk Modify Novell Home Directories for Mac OS X Users (feature)
Struggling with managing Macintosh Home Directories on NetWare / OES?
Does your school district or college use Macintosh OS X computers with
home directories on NetWare or OES? Check out this Cool Solution
success story about how Savannah Country Day School uses EMU to manage
their 1,200 user accounts, including Macintosh home directory values on
NetWare.
8 Aug 2007
Cool Blog: Are You Ready for eDirectory 8.8 SP2? (feature)
Jaimon Jose explains the top reasons why you should be excited about the upcoming eDirectory 8.8 SP2 release, including performance boost, encryption features, security enhancements, and more ...
8 Aug 2007
Handling Port Collisions with Multi-Instance eDirectory (tip)
Geoff Carman explains how to avoid port collisions that can sometimes occur when you run multiple instances of eDirectory on a server.
8 Aug 2007
Scheduling eDirectory Backups (tip)
Bryan Keadle shares a handy script and explanation for how to easily get a backup of a server NDS.
7 Aug 2007
Preventive Maintenance for System Administrators (feature)
Here's some practical and detailed advice on staying ahead of the server maintenance game, courtesy of Hanny Kraa.
6 Aug 2007
3D Log Viewer v 1.11.1 (tool)
A must have utility for viewing IDM log files, but makes it easy to visualize many other cryptic logs. By unchecking rules the results can be dramatically altered for easy viewing.
6 Aug 2007
Base64 Encode/Decode (tool)
Easily decode Base64 encoded data while viewing an LDIF file.
6 Aug 2007
PKI Certificate Expiry Reporter (tool)
This utility simply reports the certificate expiry date, it does not validate certificates.ident
1 Aug 2007
Scheduled Backup of Clustered Multiple eDirectory Instances with dsbk (tool)
This script detects which eDirectory instance is running on which host,
then performs a backup of it with dsbk.
24 Jul 2007
MiniChecker (tool)
Monitor individual drivers on NW, Linux, and Windows, as well as some LDAP search/auth performance and directory sync.
24 Jul 2007
Changing a GroupWise Given Name (tip)
Paul Lamontagne and Uwe Buckesfeld explain a curious problem that can happen when you try to update a GroupWise name in ConsoleOne.
18 Jul 2007
Single Sign-On to eDirectory 8.8.2 using the SASL GSSAPI Mechanism (appnote)
In this AppNote, Anil Belur describes the SASL GSSAPI (Generic Security Services Application Programming Interface) authentication mechanism for Kerberos V5 authentication with eDirectory 8.8.2.
13 Jul 2007
NDSRepair for UNIX Menu Wrapper (tool)
NDSRepair is a UNIX command-line utility used to check and repair the NDS database.
11 Jul 2007
Restoring a Single Object from a Whole DIB Backup (feature)
Need just one object from a DIB? Nikanth Karthikesan shows you how, as well as comparing the pros and cons of the most popular eDirectory backup methods.
5 Jul 2007
Omni Webinar Series (feature)
Omni presents three weekly web seminars to help you maximise your GroupWise, eDirectory and SLED deployments. Find out how to deploy GroupWise Dynamic Distribution Lists, Common Calendars, set Proxy Access for Auditors, clean-up eDirectory information to prepare for IDM, save up to 80% on your SLED desktop deployments and provide ZERO-Rights, delegated user account management.
5 Jul 2007
New at Download.Novell.com - Novell Kerberos KDC 1.0 .3 (tip)
Check out the new version of Novell Kerberos for Linux on download.novell.com ...
27 Jun 2007
Working with Empty E-mail Notification Fields (tip)
V.M. Luotonen explains how to change empty e-mail notification fields from "$Variable$" to something more useful.
27 Jun 2007
Converting "Miliseconds Since 1970" to Readable Date Format (tip)
This tip from V.M. Luotonen gets the unwieldy "milliseconds since 1970" into a more friendly and readable date format.
20 Jun 2007
ldiftosch - Convert LDAP Schema into Novell SCH Format (tool)
Convert LDAP schema (ldif) file into SCH file (Novell eDirectory specific format).
20 Jun 2007
ATT Training Update (feature)
Check out the latest training offerings from Novell ATT ...
20 Jun 2007
Solving a Slow Performance Situation with iManager 2.6 (tip)
Is iManager running slower for you since upgrading to version 2.6? Wolfgang Schreiber has a fix that should improve performance ...
13 Jun 2007
More about UniqueID in eDirectory (tip)
Geoff Carman shares additional insights about the purpose and use of the eDirectory UniqueID, and how it compares with the CN.
13 Jun 2007
Getting iManager Plug-ins to Show Up in OES Linux Server (tip)
Can't find the iManager plug-in modules that you need to install? Dave Simons has a workaround that gets their link to show up properly.
11 Jun 2007
SwapVol (tool)
Swapvol is a simple tool for updating the volume (part) of the "home directory" attribute in the eDirectory.
6 Jun 2007
iManager Password Management Plug-in Available (feature)
Get the details on the new iManager Password Management Plug-in, available from download.novell.com.
6 Jun 2007
Public Beta: GroupWise Collaboration Integration Suite for eDirectory and GroupWise, June 8, 2007 (feature)
Check out this cool announcement from our friends at Omni. Their new,
unified GroupWise integration suite allows you to create Dynamic
GroupWise Distribution Lists, push calendar entries, push proxy access,
clean up address books, generate GroupWise archive path reports,
eDirectory password expiry reports and more. Sounds like just the kind
of application a GroupWise administrator would like to have on hand.
6 Jun 2007
Removing eDirectory 8.8 Instances (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister shares a simple process for clearing out separate instances of eDirectory 8.8 on a server.
6 Jun 2007
Troubleshooting SDIDIAG and NICI Problems (tip)
Klaus Gast shares some insights on dealing with SDIDIAG and NICI problems that may come up with server maintenance.
6 Jun 2007
CN and UID - Matching or Not? (tip)
In eDirectory, does your CN need to match your UID? Marcel Cox and Dave Gersic weigh in with practical advice on the question ...
30 May 2007
Using KeePass to Track Admin-Level Passwords (tip)
Michael Roizman explains how the KeePass open source solution can help you get a grip on the many passwords needed in your environment.
30 May 2007
Counting LDAP Searches and Binds (tip)
How many LDAP searches or binds are you doing these days? Akos Szechy shows us how to add up the score ...
23 May 2007
Restarting eGuide from a Linux Command Line (tip)
Here's a simple tip to restart eGuide from a Linux command line, rather than from a web-based interface.
18 May 2007
Blackbird DeTroubler for eDirectory & Active Directory (tool)
Rapid online recovery for eDirectory & Active Directory.
16 May 2007
ATT Training Update (feature)
Check out the latest in ATT sessions coming to a location near you ...
16 May 2007
Using the iManager Plug-in Studio to Customize Your Own Plug-in (feature)
This step-by-step explanation from Magnus Hoglund helps you use the iManager Plug-in Studio to customize a plug-in for LDAP authentication.
16 May 2007
Using ICE to Create External Entities from a Delimited File (tip)
Jim Henderson shares a tip for using ICE and LDIF to get external entities from a delimited file.
16 May 2007
Mass Import of Users (tip)
Here's another approach to mass-importing users into eDirectory, courtesy of Scott Owen.
16 May 2007
Replication Override in German ConsoleOne (tip)
Florian Albers shares a workaround for getting Replication options working properly in the German version of ConsoleOne.
9 May 2007
lastlogin - Generate Report Based on Last Login Time (tool)
Creates a report of all users not logged in within a configured time frame.
9 May 2007
LDAP / Universal Password with eDirectory 8.8 (appnote)
In this AppNote, Novell's Paul McKeith explains the new feature in eDirectory 8.8 SP1, where NMAS enables LDAP authentications (binds) so that they are case-sensitive. This feature can also help ease the deployment of Universal Password.
9 May 2007
Beyond the "Three-of-Four" Policy with NMAS (feature)
Looking to get more than the typical "three of four" password security policy? Aaron Burgemeister shows you how the new version of NMAS can meet your needs.
9 May 2007
Success Story: Novell Secures User Identities at Fairfax County Public Schools (feature)
One of the nation's largest school districts picks a portfolio of Novell products to centrally manage its identity infrastructure
9 May 2007
Speeding Up Syncsort Backup Express eDirectory Backup with Embox (tip)
If you're getting slow results with Syncsort backups on embox, this tip from Michael Alexander may help.
2 May 2007
Success Story: ANSI (feature)
Learn how the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) used a Novell identity management solution to reduce time spent on manual user provisioning by 90 percent.
2 May 2007
Fixing Expired Certificates for NRM and NDPS (tip)
Jamie Roth shares a tip for resolving an error when certificates are viewed on NRM with NDPS.
25 Apr 2007
PKI Auto-Enrollment for Novell eDirectory (appnote)
In this AppNote, Steffen Koehler explains how to use certificate auto-enrollment to help users and machines get certificates transparently.
25 Apr 2007
Expiring Passwords En Masse (tip)
In an emergency, how would you expire passwords immediately? This tip from Bryan Keadle will point you in the right direction ...
25 Apr 2007
Response: Tracking Admin Passwords (tip)
Geoff Carman responds to the Cool Solutions Open Call for advice about tracking admin passwords.
18 Apr 2007
Uninstalling eDirectory 8.7.3 Patches in Windows (tip)
Mada Sailaja shares an easier way to get eDirectory 8.7.3 patches removed on a Windows system.
18 Apr 2007
Open Call - Tracking Admin-Level Passwords (tip)
So how are you handling admin-level passwords in your organization? Inquiring minds - including Bryan Keadle - want to know ...
18 Apr 2007
Switching eDirectory 8.8 to a Non-Root User (tip)
Jurgen Schulz explains how to give a non-root user rights to the location where eDirectory is installed.
18 Apr 2007
Removing Rights for Home Directory Users (tip)
This tip from Jim Henderson shows how to remove rights from many users with a simple procedure.
11 Apr 2007
Improved LDAP Search Tree for eDirectory 8.8 and IDM 3.5, Part 1 (feature)
In this article, Mike Faris shows us how to create an improved LDAP Search Tree for applications that use eDirectory 8.8 and Identity Manager 3.5. Part 1 focuses on creating multiple eDirectory trees on a single SLES server with eDirectory 8.8.1.
11 Apr 2007
Simplified Install of Certificate/Trusted Root on Workstations (feature)
Michel Bluteau shares a step-by-step process for pushing the eDirectory trusted root into end users' Internet Explorer Trusted Root stores, while avoiding annoying warning messages.
11 Apr 2007
ConsoleOne, iManager, and Universal Password (feature)
Aaron Burgemeister and Marcel Cox answer questions about using ConsoleOne and iManager to administer Universal Password.
11 Apr 2007
Cross-platform (Java) Universal Password Retrieval Utility (tip)
Here's a handy utility that stores UP user and password information in an output file before you make that major upgrade, courtesy of Adam Bradley.
4 Apr 2007
Setting Up UIDs in iManager based on CN Values (feature)
Aaron Burgemeister shows us how to get UIDs assigned for users in iManager, based on their CN values.
4 Apr 2007
Getting Additional Stunnel Logs via SSL VPN (tip)
With this tip from Chendil Kumar you can get more stunnel logs for your Linux client, via SSL VPN.
4 Apr 2007
Success Story: Gundersen Lutheran (feature)
Learn how Gundersen Lutheran health system reduced user management time by 95% with a solution based on Novell Identity Manager and eDirectory.
4 Apr 2007
Assigning a Universal Password Policy with a Simple-Password User (tip)
How do you assign a Universal Password policy to a simple-password user? This tip from Jim Willeke may help ...
4 Apr 2007
Finding the Last Item in DSTrace Live (tip)
Geoff Carman shares a workaround that helps you see the entire trace file you need, not just the last few seconds in DSTrace Live.
28 Mar 2007
Using Mobile iManager to Test iManager Changes (tip)
Long-time Cool Solutions contributor Wolfgang Schreiber shares a simple method for testing iManager customizations by using Mobile iManager.
28 Mar 2007
Printing the NDS Tree (tip)
Richard Beels and Peter Kuo list their favorite ways to get printouts of an NDS tree.
28 Mar 2007
Counting Users per Container (tip)
If you need to know how many users are in a given container, this quick tip from Akos Szechy can get you started ...
27 Mar 2007
Ldapsearch Wrapper (tool)
HTML application which adds a GUI front end to the ldapsearch executable, providing an easy, form based, interface for searches and configuration management.
21 Mar 2007
LDAP for "Dummies" (feature)
If you're new to LDAP, this refresher from David Gersic could be what you need to get your indexing set up for faster searches.
21 Mar 2007
Subtree Search Performance in eDirectory (feature)
Jim Henderson explains subtree searches, presence indexes, and Ancestor IDs ...
21 Mar 2007
Creating a Custom Help Desk Page for iManager (tip)
Here's a tip from Wolfgang Schreiber that helps you set up a form for using custom fields on a help desk page in iManager.
21 Mar 2007
Mass Data Addition for Existing eDirectory Users (tip)
Need a simple way to get mass updates made to existing users? This tip from Jim Henderson should help.
21 Mar 2007
Customizing Attributes for iSeries (tip)
If you're using iSeries (i5os), this tip helps to clarify how user data is arranged in iSeries and how Control Language programs help you customize your driver.
16 Mar 2007
HOMES 3.06.08 (tool)
A utility for (re)creation and deletion of home directories.
14 Mar 2007
Getting FreeRadius 1.1.4 Running with eDirectory on SLES 10 (tip)
Need to go beyond version 1.1.0 of FreeRADIUS with SLES 10? Charles Short has a workaround that gets version 1.1.4 up and running.
14 Mar 2007
Preventing the UID from Displaying in the eGuide Details Page (tip)
Here's a solution from Andrei Karyagin that helps you prevent a UID from showing on the eGuide details page, while still allowing the user to log in.
14 Mar 2007
Setting Up Admin Container Rights (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister has some advice for getting admin rights set up in your tree, with consideration for roles and drivers.
14 Mar 2007
Listing Users with Universal Passwords (tip)
If you're using JRB Utilities, this batch file from Chuck Perilli will list the Universal Password Policies for your users, OU's, and O's.
14 Mar 2007
Importing an OU Structure from Excel (tip)
Edward van der Maas and Aaron Burgemeister share some approaches to doing an LDIF import of an OU structure, using an Excel document.
14 Mar 2007
Listing Home Directories for Deleted Users (tip)
Forget to delete a Home Directory when you delete a user? Here's a tip from Dave Simons that helps you find those extra directories so you can delete them, too.
7 Mar 2007
Determining the Type of Directory Server on a Remote System (tip)
You can easily find out the type of directory server running on remote system, thanks to this tip from Talekar Nagareshwar.
7 Mar 2007
Creating/Modifying Groups using an LDAP Command Line (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister shares a quick solution for adding or changing eDirectory groups from an LDAP command line.
3 Mar 2007
NDSRC (tool)
Perl-coded script designed to backup eDirectory on Linux or Solaris.
28 Feb 2007
iManager as a Help Desk Tool (appnote)
This AppNote from Dave Simons describes how you can use iManager in a help desk setting, without granting full eDirectory rights to a temporary worker.
28 Feb 2007
Success Story - JohnsonDiversey (feature)
Find out how the JohnsonDiversey corporation strengthened data security and cut administrative costs with a solution including Novell eDirectory, Identity Manager, and ZENworks.
28 Feb 2007
eGuide as a Help Desk Tool (appnote)
In this AppNote, Dave Simons explains how Novell eGuide can wear a second hat - as an effective help desk application.
28 Feb 2007
Forcing Global Password Changes on NetWare 6.5 Server (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister shows how to use an LDIF file to force a password change for users on a NetWare 6.5 server.
28 Feb 2007
Running ConsoleOne on the Windows Vista Business Edition (tip)
Eventually ConsoleOne will work on Windows Vista - in the meantime, Michael Enevold shares a workaround for getting it up and running.
28 Feb 2007
Quick Way to Detect the iFolder Version (tip)
You can find out the iFolder version on a machine without logging on to it, thanks to this tip from Talekar Nagareshwar.
21 Feb 2007
DosNDS 1.05.04 (tool)
Commandline utility for modifying eDirectory from the commandline.
21 Feb 2007
Global Retailer Uses eControl to Enhance Novell Identity Manager (feature)
Find out how a leading global retailer has deployed eControl from Omni to enhance its Novell Identity Manager implementation.
21 Feb 2007
eGuide as a Company Address Book (appnote)
Dave Simons shares a step-by-step process for installing and using eGuide as your company address book.
21 Feb 2007
Quick Guide for Reinstalling an eDirectory Tree (tip)
Pekka Kuronen shares a solution for quickly reformatting your eDirectory tree, in case of accidents or reinstalls.
21 Feb 2007
Detecting the iManager Version (tip)
Talekar Nagareshwar has a simple method for finding out what version of iManager a remote machine is using.
20 Feb 2007
MassUser 3.06.07 (HomesPlus) (tool)
A utility for (re)creation and maintenance of home directories and some user attributes.
14 Feb 2007
Configuring a Linux High Availability Cluster for IDM 3 and eDirectory 8.8 (appnote)
Can Identity Manager can be used in a clustered environment? Find out the answers in this AppNote by Novell's Jon Hardman.
14 Feb 2007
Installing eDirectory on OES Linux (appnote)
Making the transition to OES Linux is a little easier, thanks to this AppNote on installing eDirectory on OES, by Dave Simons.
14 Feb 2007
Trimming Long Attributes in eDirectory (feature)
If you have some of the world's longest names in your Notes fields, you can trim them down to size with this solution from Novell's Perry Nuffer.
13 Feb 2007
Update (tool)
Windows Utility to replace XCopy/NCopy.
7 Feb 2007
Identity & Security Management: Time Zone and Daylight Saving Changes (feature)
Find out what you need to know - and do - to get your Novell product implementations ready for the upcoming time zone and Daylight Savings changes.
7 Feb 2007
Password Information Tool (tool)
If you need to know about passwords, this tool may help.
7 Feb 2007
Creating a Custom XML Universal Password Policy (feature)
What if you need more than the Password Management iManager plug-in can offer? Brett Berger takes us inside the uncharted regions of customizing the XML Universal Password Policy.
7 Feb 2007
Success Story: Maine Medical Center (feature)
Learn how the Maine Medical Center added Novell Identity Manager and SecureLogin to an existing eDirectory base to create a scalable and secure identity management solution.
7 Feb 2007
Delimited Text Driver for Exporting Passwords from eDirectory to a File (feature)
If you need to export passwords from eDirectory to a file, proceed with caution - and check out this Delimited Text Driver solution from Aaron Burgemeister.
7 Feb 2007
Novell Password Types for eDirectory (feature)
Ever get a bit confused trying to describe all the different Novell Password types? Matt Dunkin shares a brief and clear guide to understanding the basic types of passwords used by Novell.
7 Feb 2007
NMAS Server and Client Guidelines (tip)
Marcel Cox shares some advice on understanding and using NMAS server and client concepts.
7 Feb 2007
New ActivIdentity Solutions for Novell (feature)
Find out about the latest ActivIdentity product solutions for Novell in this press release.
7 Feb 2007
Configuring Login Scripts for Selected Users (tip)
Stephen Wicklund explains how to run portions of your login script so you can exclude VPN users, or users from a users from a specific network or address.
31 Jan 2007
Managing eDirectory Objects with LDAP Commands (tip)
For those new to using LDAP commands with eDirectory, this tip by Donald Lohr should prove quite useful.
31 Jan 2007
Investigating Intruder Lockout History (tip)
Stephen Spalluto shares some insights into getting meaningful results from the Intruder Lockout tool.
31 Jan 2007
Error: No Instance for eDirectory Server is Configured (tip)
Novell's Akos Szechy provides a workaround for a missing instances file in eDirectory.
30 Jan 2007
Group Fix Tool (tool)
If your groups are out of whack, this tool may help.
29 Jan 2007
User/Group Association Utility (tool)
Parse two LDIF exports, one only with users and the other only with group information, and check the associations between both.
24 Jan 2007
Granting Selected Rights for a Temporary Admin (tip)
David Gersic explains a strategy for getting a temp admin ready to edit users, without granting full system rights.
24 Jan 2007
Renewing Challenge/Response Data Administratively (tip)
Kevin Hurni shares a way to administratively reset the answers for a user's challenge/response questions, via ConsoleOne.
24 Jan 2007
Firefox Bug in iManager (tip)
Here's a workaround for a Firefox bug that causes iManager pages to display incorrectly. Thanks to Kevin Hurni for the heads up ...
23 Jan 2007
Universal Password Retrieval Utility (tool)
This Linux command-line utility allows an eDirectory administrator to easily retrieve a user's Universal Password in clear-text.
17 Jan 2007
Cleaning Up after Losing Your CA (appnote)
If you lose your tree's Certificate Authority, all is not lost - thanks to this detailed AppNote from Greg Riedesel.
17 Jan 2007
Troubleshooting Ports with Custom eDirectory 8.8 Instances (feature)
If your default eDirectory instance is down, and you configure a custom instance location, your default instance may not come up again. Here's a workaround for this problem, courtesy of Mada Sailaja.
17 Jan 2007
Detecting Plug-ins Installed in iManager (tip)
Talekar Nagareshwar shows how to quickly and easily detect whether a given plug-in is installed in iManager - without logging in to iManager first.
10 Jan 2007
Configuring Certificates for iManager Plug-ins (appnote)
In this AppNote, Talekar Nagareshwar demonstrates a quick and easy way to configure the certificates needed for your iManager plug-ins.
10 Jan 2007
LUM-enabling eDirectory Users (feature)
Novell's Aaron Burgemeister provides detailed instructions for getting your eDirectory users LUM-enabled on Linux systems.
10 Jan 2007
eDirectory/PAM Authentication to Linux Services (feature)
Here's a step-by-step guide for authenticating users from eDirectory via PAM to services such as VMWare Server, and performing administration tasks using sudo.
10 Jan 2007
Displaying First Name Only in eGuide (tip)
Andrey Karyagin describes the steps for finding and editing eGuide code to let you display a first name only to users.
3 Jan 2007
Get NDS Name (tool)
This Perl script returns what the eDirectory name is for an existing NSS storage pool.
3 Jan 2007
Verify Certificate (tool)
Verify the SSL certificate present on local host or directory server.
3 Jan 2007
Doing a Mass Modify after User Add Operations (feature)
Rob Schneider shares a Word macro that takes the hassle out of doing modifications after an ICE or LDIF user import.
3 Jan 2007
Adding Features and Controlling eDirectory Automated Installations (appnote)
Selva Muthu Kumaran T, a Software Consultant for the eDirectory Installation Team, shares this AppNote for automating and customizing eDirectory installations.
3 Jan 2007
Filtering Server Objects with ConsoleOne (tip)
Cool Solutions contributor Bryan Keadle shares a tip that helps you quickly find the server objects you need in ConsoleOne.
3 Jan 2007
Sample Code: Paging Searches in eDirectory, via LDAP (tip)
Here's a Python code sample that returns simple paged results from a search in eDirectory, courtesy of Michael Stroder.
2 Jan 2007
LDAP Object RDN Reverser (tool)
PERL code to manipulate LDAP extracted data and reverse an object's RDN allowing for the sorting of data by container/organizational unit.
31 Dec 2006
Certificate Scanner (tool)
Scan the entire network for verification of SSL certificate.
30 Dec 2006
View Directory Certificate (tool)
Remotely view the SSL certificate on directory server.
30 Dec 2006
Export Certificate (tool)
Download certificate from directory server to local machine.
30 Dec 2006
Configure Password for eDirectory Users (tool)
Change/reset passwords for large number of users in eDirectory.
20 Dec 2006
Introducing - Identity & Security Management Cool Solutions (feature)
Get all the details on the newest Cool Solutions site and newsletter - Identity & Security Management!
20 Dec 2006
Managing LDAP User Attributes Dynamically through Group Membership (feature)
Cool Solutions reader Mikko Mallat shares a real-world solution for managing user attributes, using Policy Builder, groups, and eDirectory synchronization.
20 Dec 2006
Reporting on LDAP Information with MySQL and Linux (feature)
Daniel Bray uncovers the power of MySQL database reporting for LDAP information, with a custom script provided.
20 Dec 2006
Handling PKI.npm in Non-English Environments (tip)
Long-time contributor Wolfgang Schreiber shares a few localization workarounds for the latest PKI tool.
13 Dec 2006
Manage Users (tool)
Create or delete large number of users from eDirectory.
13 Dec 2006
eDir Locator (tool)
Locate eDirectory version remotely.
13 Dec 2006
Alternative Method of Installing Plugins for iManager (appnote)
In this AppNote, Talekar Nagareshwar explains an easy way to get your plug-ins installed in iManager.
13 Dec 2006
Documenting eDirectory/LDAP Schema (tip)
Looking for a quick and easy way to show your eDirectory/LDAP schema? Novell's Jim Henderson has the answer ...
7 Dec 2006
Home Directory Changer 2.0 (tool)
Change the attributes from one volume to another after a server consolidation.
6 Dec 2006
Configure LDAP Server (tool)
Configure LDAP Server properties remotely.
4 Dec 2006
Trustees 6.1 (tool)
Reads all file trustee rights of user, group, and organizational objects, and writes them to a file with the long file names. This file is then used to add rights back.
1 Dec 2006
Special Holiday Drawing Winner! (feature)
Congratulations to Gary Childers - the lucky winner of the iPod nano RED special edition!
29 Nov 2006
Integrating eDirectory SNMP Agent with a Management Framework (appnote)
In this AppNote, Novell's Mohan Kumar explains how to integrate the eDirectory SNMP Agent into the HP OpenView management framework.
29 Nov 2006
Success Story: State of Geneva, Switzerland (feature)
Learn how the State of Geneva, Switzerland used Novell eDirectory to provide services to reduce the complexity of managing multiple directories.
29 Nov 2006
Passing Domain/Username via Net Use (tip)
Julian Benson shares a workaround for getting the domain/username passed when you use "Net Use" to map drives in the login script to Microsoft shares.
29 Nov 2006
Controlling iMonitor Session Length (tip)
iMonitor not lasting long enough for you? Geoff Carman shares a few simple tips for expanding the session length in iMonitor, so you 'll have more time for your troubleshooting tasks.
29 Nov 2006
Generating Random Passwords for User Creation (tip)
Here's a bit of sample code from Arno Dorenbusch that helps you generate random passwords when you create new users.
28 Nov 2006
Asgard Login Module (tool)
Allows developers to use eDir to control application logins.
28 Nov 2006
QryAttChange (tool)
Update LDAP objects using an LDAP query search.
28 Nov 2006
FileAttChange (tool)
Change objects using a file with a list of objects.
27 Nov 2006
Directory Server Scanner (tool)
Remotely detect type of directory servers running on machines.
22 Nov 2006
OpenAdaptor and Password Expiration Notification (feature)
Here's an alternative solution for handling notification of expiring passwords, courtesy of Andrey Karyagin.
22 Nov 2006
Disabling "Modify Photo" in eGuide (tip)
Need to stop users from fiddling with their eGuide photos? Andrey Karyagin explains how to disable the Modify Photo link.
22 Nov 2006
iManager Role for Renaming Only (tip)
Wolfgang Schreiber shares a quick tip on creating an iManager role that just allows renaming users.
22 Nov 2006
eDirectory Remote Synch Question (tip)
Is synching eDirectory over the Internet without a VPN a good idea? Find out what several people have to say ...
16 Nov 2006
Workaround for TLS Port Not Listening in Linux OES SP2 (tip)
If you get a "TLS port is not listening" error message after installing OES SP2, check out this workaround tip from Hema Joshi.
16 Nov 2006
Client Certificate Generation (tool)
Generate Client Certificate for Radius authentication, integrated with eDirectory.
15 Nov 2006
Novell eDirectory Supports More Than 500,000 Users of SAP Developer Network (feature)
Novell eDirectory helps provide a secure and content-rich site for the half-million strong and rapidly growing SAP technical community. Learn more here ...
15 Nov 2006
Solving iManager Session Timeouts (tip)
Jonathan Cauthorn show you how to modify configurations so your iManager sessions don't time out so frequently.
15 Nov 2006
Avoiding Java Error when Loading Printer Drivers for iManager (tip)
Gary Croxford has a simple tip for resolving a Java error that sometimes occurs when you load printer drivers in iManager.
15 Nov 2006
Importing Encrypted Passwords Into eDirectory (trench)
Brad Williams is our kind of support guy. When asked a question he didn't have an answer for (about importing encrypted passwords) he did some testing of his own -- and kept notes!
13 Nov 2006
DNS CLEAN (tool)
Clean up old/invalid DNS entries en masse.
9 Nov 2006
CSV to LDIF Converter (tool)
Convert CSV file into a formatted LDIF file for importing into LDAP.
8 Nov 2006
Audit and Multiple eDirectory 8.8 Instances (tip)
If you run multiple eDirectory 8.8 instances, getting instrumentation to show up properly can be a bit tricky. Novell's Aaron Burgemeister has some suggestions ...
2 Nov 2006
Change Telephone Numbers (tool)
Mass modification of telephone numbers from the console of server NW6.5
2 Nov 2006
SNMP Start Script (tool)
Script to start the SNMP master and sub agent for eDirectory 873 version.
1 Nov 2006
Novell & Microsoft: What Do You Think? (tip)
Learn more about the landmark announcement from Novell and Microsoft.
25 Oct 2006
Web-based User Account and Identity Management White Paper (feature)
Mergers, acquisitions, security and privacy requirements - and the
potentially devastating lawsuits for non-compliance - have increased
the need for systems and processes that simplify user account management
in mixed networks. Omni eControl delivers a web-based, "ZERO Rights"
user account management tool for Novell GroupWise, eDirectory and mixed
Novell and Microsoft networks. It's an ideal complement to Novell Identity
Manager 3 for distributed user account management.
25 Oct 2006
Why NMAS? (feature)
Marcel Cox shares some insights on why you may need NMAS, or why not - along with tips on NMAS usage and password management.
25 Oct 2006
Creating Home Directories, Rights, and Quotas with ICE (feature)
Are you creating users through ICE but also want to generate home directory info for them? Cool Solutions reader Bo Bonnevie shares a Perl script that uses TRUSTEE and TOOLBOX to get the job done ...
25 Oct 2006
Avoiding SNMP Support Error in eDirectory (tip)
Sometimes the answers are easy ... here's an example from Dave Gersic on how to avoid login error -634 with SNMP for eDirectory.
19 Oct 2006
Rohos Welcome (tool)
Password-replacement solution for Novell Client for Windows.
18 Oct 2006
Stoneybrooke Christian Schools Imports and Manages Student Accounts with EMU (feature)
Like many Novell school districts, Stoneybrooke Christian Schools needed a more efficient way to import and manage their student accounts. Stoneybrooke uses EMU to quickly and easily import and manage their
students' eDirectory and GroupWise accounts.
18 Oct 2006
Avoiding NICI Problems with OES Installs (tip)
Niklas Ekstedt shares some tips and tricks for getting NICI working will with eDirectory and OES installs.
17 Oct 2006
Quick for NDS v1.50a (tool)
Execute several NDS operations from the command line or from batch files.
16 Oct 2006
Display Trustee Assignments (tool)
Scan one or more NetWare directories for trustees.
11 Oct 2006
Integrated PKI Solutions (appnote)
Curious about PKI with eDirectory? In this AppNote, Steffen Koehler explains the pros and cons of PKI solutions using Novell Certificate Server or cv act PKIntegrated (a third-party tool).
11 Oct 2006
Scripps Networks Selects eDirectory for Five-Year Media Asset Project (feature)
Scripps Networks, a civerse media enterprise, will manage 100 million records with Novell eDirectory. Get the details here ...
11 Oct 2006
Open Call - Time-Limit App for eDirectory Sessions (feature)
Here's your chance to share (or point us to) an application that can limit time on the network for school or lab environments.
11 Oct 2006
Changing Photo Sizes in eGuide (tip)
Need to change the default photo properties in eGuide? Try these tips from Ron Imsland and see the difference ...
11 Oct 2006
Solving a Client Extractor Error for Novell Messenger (tip)
Steve Van Slyck helps you avoid a Novell Messenger error when NMMA loads and tries to build the client extractor.
6 Oct 2006
GetCert (tool)
Program to get the Trusted root certificate from eDirectory through LDAP.
4 Oct 2006
Seamless Authentication with the Squid Proxy (feature)
Proxy authentication with the Client Trust key is seamless - why not have seamless authentication with Squid, too? Simon Tideswell shows us how in this detailed article ...
27 Sep 2006
Disabling eGuide on a Server (tip)
Timothy Leerhoff shares a simple way to disable eGuide on a server.
20 Sep 2006
Building an IDM 3 Test Environment using eDirectory 8.8 Multi-Instances (appnote)
Novell's Akos Szechy brings the worlds of IDM 3 and eDirectory 8.8 together, focusing on multi-instance support in a test environment.
20 Sep 2006
Assigning Selective Read Rights with IDM (appnote)
In this AppNote, Raymon Epping explores setting ACLs selectively, using Novell Identity Manager 3, Designer, and IDM connector tracing.
20 Sep 2006
Success Story: RedSpider and Novell Identity Manager (feature)
Learn how an alliance of colleges in the Netherlands - known as RedSpider - saved a significant amount of money by using Identity Manager to streamline student account management and password synchronization.
20 Sep 2006
Using Universal Password with Mac Clients (tip)
Here are some simple suggestions from Geoff Carman on getting Universal Password to work with Mac clients.
13 Sep 2006
Success Story: State of Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (feature)
Learn how the State of Nevada leveraged Novell Identity Manager and eDirectory to simplify ID and password acces in their new web-access environment.
13 Sep 2006
Results from Open Call: Laptop Encryption without Active Directory (tip)
Several readers have responded with their approaches for laptop encryption - without Active Directory. Read their comments here ...
13 Sep 2006
Using sudo with LUM-enabled eDirectory Users (tip)
Here's a tip from Marc Bitner that gives you the benefits of sudo with eDirectory users.
13 Sep 2006
Cool Blog: Using ZENworks Server Management to Install or Upgrade to eDirectory 8.8 (feature)
Novell's Martin Irwin has been busy in his mad scientist lab, cooking up a way to easily install or upgrade to eDirectory 8.8 via ZENworks CPKs.
13 Sep 2006
Finding the eDirectory Patch Version in Windows (tip)
Mada Sailaja has a quick tip for how to finding the version number of your eDirectory Patch in Windows.
12 Sep 2006
Fileusage v2.0.0 (tool)
Monitors open files by connected users, NDS users, NDS groups, and folders. Can also check multiple servers simultaneously
10 Sep 2006
Enterprise User and Import Management Utility (EMU) (tool)
Bulk Manage eDir/NDS and GroupWise accounts, group membership, organizational roles and home directories.
7 Sep 2006
DelDaysOld (tool)
An easy way to schedule to prune files based on age.
6 Sep 2006
NCS Volume Resource Validation Tool (tool)
Checks eDirectory object associations for NCS volume resources on OES Linux.
31 Aug 2006
edir-new-cpks.zip (tool)
Installs a new eDirectory 8.8 Tree on a Windows server.
31 Aug 2006
edir-exist-cpks.zip (tool)
edir-exist-cpks for Automating the Installation or Upgrade of eDirectory 8.8 sp1
30 Aug 2006
Success Story: Fairchild Semiconductor (feature)
Learn how Fairchild Semiconductor combined Novell eDirectory and Identity Manager to unified their worldwide file and print environment, and to reduce passwords for many of the 9,000 employees from seven to one.
30 Aug 2006
Configuration and Authentication for Proxy Squid (tip)
Careful - there may be a proxy squid sitting next to you - and if you'd like to configure it for NDS Proxy authentication, Eric Champagne has the recipe ...
30 Aug 2006
Customizing the Lens Icon in eGuide (tip)
Andrei Karyagin shines some light on the lens - how to customeize the eGuide lens icon, that is.
23 Aug 2006
Success Story: Automobile Association (feature)
Learn how the Automobile Association of the UK used Novell eDirectory and Identity Manager to increase information security and reduce business risk, while keeping costs under control.
23 Aug 2006
Troubleshooting NMAS on ConsoleOne (tip)
Marcel Cox shares a workaround for a DLL version conflict that affects NMAS running with ConsoleOne.
23 Aug 2006
ConsoleOne or eDirectory - Which First? (tip)
Novell's Aaron Burgemeister shares some insights on installing eDirectory and ConsoleOne - and getting port 524 working right.
21 Aug 2006
You Talk, Novell Listens: Progress Report on Customer Suggested Improvements (tip)
Check out this report that explains how Novell has implemented many changes suggested by customers.
18 Aug 2006
UserKVYlist v1.1.3 (tool)
Create reports about users in eDirectory.
16 Aug 2006
Changing the eGuide Default Directory (tip)
What should you do if you need to change the default directory for an eGuide installation? Andrey Karyagin has the answers ...
16 Aug 2006
Autolog 3.0.1.3 (tool)
Allow for fast configuration of automatic logon to the network and the workstation.
16 Aug 2006
International Mapping in eGuide, Take 2 (tip)
Mike Braden provides some fresh info on international mapping in eGuide, including support for UK addresses.
16 Aug 2006
Reloading Driver Store after a Move (tip)
Has some knucklehead moved your Driver Store and Manager? Scott Burman shows you how to get things back in order ...
16 Aug 2006
The App that Won't Go Away (tip)
Deleting an app in ConsoleOne doesn't necessarily make it go away, as Darron Michael explains.
4 Aug 2006
ImportCert (tool)
Automatically import certificate from eDirectory server into local store.
4 Aug 2006
XXCOPY 2.84.9 (tool)
Synchronize directory structures between multiple NetWare servers.
3 Aug 2006
Mass User Delete for Groups (tool)
Applet that will delete users from a group based on a text file.
1 Aug 2006
eDirectory Manager (tool)
A simple tool for exporting and importing large amount of eDirectory data.
26 Jul 2006
Ldif2dib - Offline Bulkload Tool for eDirectory (appnote)
This AppNote by Hiredesai Santosh and Piyush Janawadkar highlights the features and inner workings of the powerful new Bulkload tool in eDirectory 8.8 - "ldif2dib"
26 Jul 2006
Checklist for Trustee and Key Re-creation (tip)
When a server with a tree certificate crashes, what objects need to be deleted or recreated? Here's some advice on the topic from Richard Beels ...
26 Jul 2006
Troubleshooting Missing RBS Tasks (tip)
Marcel Cox shares a few practical ideas for finding RBS tasks that aren't showing up on the Roles and Tasks screen in iManager.
25 Jul 2006
Novell NetWare Revisor 3.4.1 (tool)
Creates NDS image and report, and performs recovery.
19 Jul 2006
Creating UIDs for Older User Objects (feature)
User objects that have been around for quite a while may not have unique IDs. Donald Lohr explains a straightforward way of using LDAP utilities to add those IDs.
19 Jul 2006
Accessing eGuide from the BlackBerry Browser (tip)
Jamie Pepper shows how to avoid a WML exception when trying to access eGuide from the BlackBerry Browser.
19 Jul 2006
Overriding Password Policies (tip)
Novell's Aaron Burgemeister shares his thoughts on the basics of overriding password policies.
19 Jul 2006
Solving ObjectProperties Problems with ADSI (tip)
Microsoft's ADSI can be handy for LDAP calls, but in some cases may be problematic. Steve O'Hara offers a solution for ObjectProperties problems when using ADSI.
18 Jul 2006
Dat file Creator (tool)
Create dat files from LDIF files.
12 Jul 2006
eDirectory and SNMP - Down and Dirty (appnote)
Command-line isn't pretty, but it gets the job done - especially in SNMP utilities for eDirectory. Kudos to Don Lohr for this practical how-to approach on monitoring LDAP and eDirectory items via SNMP.
12 Jul 2006
Update: Mac OS X and Novell eDirectory Integration (feature)
Integrating Macs into a Novell environment can have its challenges, so here's a detailed AppNote from Cool Solutions contributor Randy Saeks on the topic. Get the inside scoop on directory and desktop setup, managing preferences, and more. *Check out the new content in the downloadable PDF file!*
12 Jul 2006
Displaying HTML Code in eGuide (tip)
Adam Bradley shares his UI handler code that helps you display HTML-formatted text in eGuide.
3 Jul 2006
GRBackPro - Professional Backup 6.1.0 (tool)
Data backup program for Windows Vista/2K3/XP/2K/NT/Me/98/95.
28 Jun 2006
Success Story - Ohio Office of the Attorney General (feature)
Learn how the Ohio Office of the Attorney General used a Novell solution to integrate multiple applications and give users secure single sign-on access to tools that help solve and prevent crimes.
28 Jun 2006
Removing Rights for NDS and File System (tip)
Niclas Ekstedt shares some insights on blocking rights and how it applies to trees and trustee assignments.
28 Jun 2006
Restoring Server References (tip)
Getting that empty feeling in a root context is not a happy thing. Novell's Akos Szechy shows how to restore server references after a partition crash.
28 Jun 2006
Renaming User Accounts, eDirectory to AD (tip)
Peter Norris shares an IDM policy that lets you change the CN in Active Directory.
28 Jun 2006
Finding the eDirectory Database Size (tip)
Here are some simple tips on how to find the current size of your eDirectory database, courtesy of Akos Szechy and Massimo Rosen.
26 Jun 2006
PINpoint - Mobile BlackBerry Directory (tool)
A corporate application that distributes an up-to-date listing of users defined in BlackBerry Enterprise Servers (BES) to some or all enterprise-activated devices.
21 Jun 2006
Inheritance with Universal Password (feature)
Novell's Akos Szechy explains how password policy inheritance works with Universal Password.
21 Jun 2006
emBox and Tree Merge (tip)
Here are some clarifications on using emBox to do a tree merge, as shared by Novell's Jim Henderson.
21 Jun 2006
LDAP Sort Order (tip)
How does LDAP sort order relate to eDirectory sort order? Aaron Burgemeister lends a few thoughts on the question ...
21 Jun 2006
Monitoring eDirectory Performance (tip)
If you're new to iMonitor, here are some tips on where to start looking for eDirectory performance indicators, courtesy of David Gersic.
21 Jun 2006
Authenticating to Member Servers without being Prompted (tip)
Garry Goodwin explains how to get non-AD usernames treated as AD accounts, so authentication to member servers can proceed without extra prompts.
21 Jun 2006
Running Multiple eDirectory Trees on SUSE 9 (tip)
Here's a tip from Justin Grote that helps you get multiple instances of eDirectory all starting at boot time.
20 Jun 2006
cDir - Compact Mobile Directory Browser (tool)
Remotely access information stored in your organization's Corporate Directory from a RIM BlackBerry, other mobile device, or web portal.
14 Jun 2006
Universal Password and LDAP (feature)
Don Lohr sheds some light on using Universal Password (and NDS and Simple passwords) in an LDAP setting.
14 Jun 2006
Solving the iManager 'Service Not Available' Message (tip)
George Iosif shares a few tips for solving the "service not available" error message you may get when using iManager to administer the NetStorage service.
7 Jun 2006
Password Query for OS X (tool)
Query the specified LDAP server to determine how many days until the current user's password expires.
31 May 2006
ConsoleOne Booster (tool)
Select ConsoleOne SnapIns at Startup.
31 May 2006
GWTreecast (tool)
Manage corporate Shared Folders centrally and without end-user intervention.
25 May 2006
Mass User Add for Groups (tool)
Applet that will add users from a txt file to a group.
24 May 2006
Enabling Entitlements for the eDirectory Driver(s) without In-the-box Entitlements (appnote)
Novell's Michel Bluteau shares an AppNote that describes how to create an Entitlement for the eDirectory driver. It also helps you leverage the driver with the Workflow/Provisioning Module, to create workflows for granting or revoking access.
24 May 2006
Setting the UniqueID on eDirectory Users (tip)
Geoff Carman has some practical ideas on setting and using the UniqueID attribute, including how to leverage it with LDAP apps and JRB utilities.
24 May 2006
SAP Success Story (feature)
Learn how software giant SAP built a successful developer network on the strengths of Novell's eDirectory.
24 May 2006
Mounting or Sharing Directories for eDirectory on Solaris (tip)
Mounting a large DIB on a Solaris server can be a problem. Here's a tip from Mamatha S R that helps you get the files and permissions right.
24 May 2006
How to set NMAS method at the container level in eDirectory 8.8 or above (feature)
from Harsh Pradhan
19 May 2006
Dirload Template and Data Files (tool)
Dirload Template and data files for generating User LDIFs for test teams.
18 May 2006
Setting up Open Enterprise Server as a Primary Domain Controller (feature)
Justin Grote explains how to set up Open Enterprise Server to allow Samba to authenticate against the eDirectory Universal Password.
17 May 2006
Catholic Healthcare West Success Story (feature)
Learn how Catholic Healthcare West streamlined operations with a solid identity management solution from Novell.
17 May 2006
Resolving NMAS Authentication Problems after eDirectory 8.8+ Upgrade (feature)
If you're using eDirectory 8.8 and trying to do NAMS authentication, this tip from Novell's Harsh Pradhan should make things a bit easier for you.
17 May 2006
Uninstalling NICI Keys, to Successfully install eDirectory 8.8 in Windows 2003 (tip)
Mada Sailaja takes us through the process for getting NICI keys uninstalled in order to install eDirectory 8.8.
17 May 2006
Avoiding Memory Errors While Closing ConsoleOne (tip)
Novell's Raghuveer Talekar provides a simple solution for avoiding nagging memory errors when closing ConsoleOne.
10 May 2006
eDirectory 8.8 Multiple Instances (appnote)
Heard of the new multi-instance support feature in eDirectory 8.8? Now you can get an inside look at the technology, thanks to this AppNote from Novell's Paul McKeith.
10 May 2006
DSRepair - Cross-Platform Functions (feature)
This quick-guide article by Novell's Akos Szechy helps you run DSRepair effectively on Linux and Windows platforms.
10 May 2006
Accessing eDirectory on NetWare from Perl (appnote)
Here's an AppNote from David Bank that shows you how to access eDirectory on NetWare from a Perl script.
10 May 2006
Bringing up the TLS port on Unix after a DIB Restore (feature)
Novell's Harshwardhan Pradan explains how to successfully bring up the TLS port after NICI problems have been encountered.
10 May 2006
Bringing up eDirectory after a Change of Server Hostname or IP Address (tip)
Harshwardhan Pradan explains how to successfully bring up eDirectory after a hostname or IP address change.
10 May 2006
Bringing up iManager 2.0.x after a Change of Server Hostname (tip)
Harshwardhan Pradan explains how to successfully bring up iManager after a hostname change.
4 May 2006
ShowMembers (tool)
View and extract NDS group members.
3 May 2006
Novell Acquires eSecurity, Inc. (feature)
Read about how newly acquired e-Security and its Sentinel 5 product make Novell's Identity Management solutions even stronger.
3 May 2006
Novell Videos Are Here (feature)
Now you can find Novell marketing videos in one convenient place, including BrainShare, Student Competitions, and Archived Videos.
2 May 2006
Getting RSS Feeds in your Instant Messaging Client (appnote)
Rather than having a RSS news reader running all the time checking for updates to your web feeds (blogs and podcasts), wouldn't you love to get updates via IM? Jon Strickland explains how to use InstantFeed to get your RSS feeds to show up in most IM clients, including AIM, ICQ, Jabber, MSN, and Google Talk. Very nifty device for keeping yourself informed while you chat with your friends.
26 Apr 2006
Bulk Deletion of Linux Profile Data (tip)
Here are some practical tips on doing bulk deletions of user objects in Linux, shared by Justin Grote and Aaron Burgemeister.
26 Apr 2006
Counting LDAP Connections (tip)
Curious about how many persistent LDAP connections are active on your server? Here's a tip from Novell's Aaron Burgemeister that adds them up.
24 Apr 2006
NWLogoff (tool)
Command line utility to quickly disconnect from all NetWare/eDirectory servers.
24 Apr 2006
fMakeLDIF - Convert CVS files to LDIF (tool)
Convert CVS files to LDIF and pipe to ldapmodify IE.
21 Apr 2006
LDAP expired password notification (tool)
An AppleScript to run a query against the LDAP server of the current logged in user to determine how long until the user's password expires.
19 Apr 2006
The Problem with NCP Protocol over NAT (feature)
Novell's Akos Szechy gives an inside look into the NCP protocol, and why is it not supported to use the Novell client and eDirectory over a NAT connection.
19 Apr 2006
Continuum Partners Success Story (feature)
Read about how Novell consultants helped Continuum Health Partners create a security and identity solution with Novell eDirectory and Identity Manager.
19 Apr 2006
Using ldapsearch with LDIF Files (tip)
Novell's Jim Henderson shares a tip on using the ldapsearch command with the -f option.
12 Apr 2006
CPAN LDIF Utilities (feature)
If you need LDIF tools, the CPAN site is your friend! Check out the cool array of scripts and tools, complete with samples and histories.
12 Apr 2006
Weber District Success Story (feature)
Learn how the Weber School District's new identity management solution is saving time and money, providing a consolidated view of 31,000 student and staff identities.
11 Apr 2006
Check NDS Login ability with Nagios (tool)
Used by Nagios to check every configured Server for eDirectory Login.
3 Apr 2006
Novell Linux Client Tricks (appnote)
Peter Van den Wildenbergh shows some slick ways to log in to the Novell Client for Linux using some of his own scripts.
29 Mar 2006
Snapshots - a Good DR Practice? (tip)
How useful are system snaphots as a resource for disaster recovery? Novell's Jim Henderson shares some thoughts on the potential pitfalls of snapshots, in several disaster recovery scenarios.
29 Mar 2006
Implementing Secondary SLP Scopes (feature)
Cool Solutions reader Nicholas Pelton outlines a detailed approach for setting up secondary SLP scopes in a large organization.
26 Mar 2006
DSReport: NDS Report Generator (tool)
Browse NDS Object Attributes, Generate NDS Reports.
24 Mar 2006
VolRst32 (tool)
Set Volume Space Restrictions.
23 Mar 2006
GEHE Pharma Handel GmbH Success Story (feature)
Read how pharmaceutical company GEHE harnessed the power of eDirectory and Identity Manager to reduce costs and boost efficiency.
23 Mar 2006
Getting a Wildcard SSL Certificate into eDirectory (tip)
Cool Solutions contributor Chris Perry has written a nifty procedure on how to get a wildcard SSL certificate into eDirectory for use with Apache, iManager, NetStorage, and Remote Manager.
15 Mar 2006
TOD (tool)
Export and import trustees and rights from the filesystem into an XML file.
15 Mar 2006
Authenticating Macintosh OS X machines to eDirectory via Kanaka (feature)
Geoff Carman shares several tips on using Kanaka for eDirectory authentication on the Mac platform.
15 Mar 2006
Kanaka Troubleshooting (appnote)
Here's a guide to troubleshooting Kanaka, the popular Mac authentication tool from Condrey Consulting. Cool Solutions contributor Geoffrey Carman shares his hands-on tips in this helpful AppNote.
15 Mar 2006
Java Implementation of LDAPNetAddr PHP Function (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Damien Joldersma adds a new twist to Jay Burrell's LDAPNetAddr function - a Java implementation.
9 Mar 2006
Introducing Cool Blogs (tip)
Heads Up: Check out the newest addition to Novell Cool Solutions -- Cool Blogs. Written by key Novell personnel who are responsible for creating, supporting, and marketing Novell's products, these Cool Blogs will be an unprecedented opportunity for you to get the inside scoop on this technology. If you use Novell in your desktop or datacenter, you need to check this out.
5 Mar 2006
Password Enhancements in eDirectory 8.8 (appnote)
eDirectory 8.8 has some significant enhancements in password technology and deployment, notably with Universal Password. Novell's Sarangthem Chanu explains the details in this AppNote.
1 Mar 2006
LDAP Benchmarking Script (tip)
Wouldn't it be nice if there were a Perl script that could do LDAP performance benchmarking? Well, there is - and it's here. Thanks to Novell's Aaron Burgemeister for sharing it with us.
1 Mar 2006
About Effective Rights (tip)
How far down the tree are effective rights calculated? Here are a few insights on the question, courtesy of Aaron Burgemeister.
1 Mar 2006
Updated: How to Connect Securely to LDAP using PHP (tip)
Bryan Thoreson shares the steps necessary to connect to LDAP using PHP. The article has been updated with new steps.
22 Feb 2006
Subtree Searches in eDirectory 8.8 (appnote)
It's not often you get to peek under the hood of eDirectory 8.8 technology. In this AppNote, Novell's Prasad Gaitonde shares his insights on eDirectory 8.8's improved subtree search capabilities.
22 Feb 2006
Novell Takes Silver for ID Management (feature)
Read about Novell's recent identity management award given out by Information Security and SearchSecurity.com.
22 Feb 2006
Get Thee to a Nano-ry! (tip)
Finally, a podcast for the die-hard Novell enthusiast! Novell Users International and Novell have teamed up to bring you Novell Open Audio, the cool audio companion for the avid Cool Solutions reader.
15 Feb 2006
New Cool Solutions Site: Secure Identity (feature)
This week is the debut of Secure Identity Cool Solutions! Check out the latest articles on eDirectory and Identity Manager - all in one convenient Cool Solutions site.
15 Feb 2006
Automating DIB Collection (feature)
Make your bed, brush your teeth, collect your DIBs ... wouldn't it be nice if it were all automatic? Check out this solution from Thomas Erickson and friend - while it won't take care of your teeth and your bed, collecting DIBS could get a whole lot easier ...
15 Feb 2006
Secure Identity Q and A - Feb 15 (feature)
Here are some interesting Q and A entries to contemplate - from iManager plug-ins to role-based entitlements for AD, and more.
15 Feb 2006
Disabling a User after Intruder Lockout (tip)
Here's another tip from Aaron Burgemeister - this one helps you prevent a locked-out intruder from trying passwords against another system with synchronized passwords.
15 Feb 2006
Best Login Practices - Part 4 (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Paul Gear shares a login script that solves a problem with workstations holding a login script open, which would prevent updates.
15 Feb 2006
Better-looking Fonts in ConsoleOne (tip)
If you're of the opinion that ConsoleOne fonts don't look so hot on an LCD monitor, try this solution from Russ Ringer - your eyes will thank you.
6 Feb 2006
Search eDirectory Groups (tool)
Search eDirectory groups and list all members of these groups.
6 Feb 2006
Wireshark (previously known as Ethereal) (tool)
Multi-platform protocol analyzer.
3 Feb 2006
While we're waiting, what can we use now? (feature)
It may take a while to convince vendors to port their applications to Linux. In the meantime, Scott Morris asks what possibilities exist now for the top requested applications.
3 Feb 2006
OpenLaszlo - for Developing Rich Internet Applications (feature)
Looking for an open-source platform for Internet application development? Check out OpenLaszlo - it may have what you need.
3 Feb 2006
Using Novell Solutions to Provide Integration with Citrix Products (tip)
David Shepherd works for Novell Consulting in the UK and has been involved in a number of Citrix Integration projects. He realized that there was very little current information to be found on that topic, so he took matters into his own hands and wrote this excellent document on Citrix/Novell Integration. Along the way he's updated it, and here's the newest version.
2 Feb 2006
Update on Linux Application Request Survey (feature)
Scott Morris reveals and discusses the newest data and results from Novell's Linux Application Request Survey.
1 Feb 2006
Integrating eDirectory with Cisco Call Manager (appnote)
In this proof-of-concept AppNote, Andy Swiffin shows how eDirectory can be integrated with Cisco Call Manager.
1 Feb 2006
Getting Started with Password Policies (tip)
Interested in getting started with Password Policies? Novell's Aaron Burgemeister shares the why's and how-to's of getting a Password Policy up and running, using iManager.
1 Feb 2006
Moving eDirectory to Another Subnet (tip)
Here's a step-by-step solution from Alan Shea on how to move eDirectory from one subnet to another.
26 Jan 2006
The Application People Most Want Ported to Linux Is... (feature)
We have posted a survey designed to find out which Windows-only applications are keeping people from switching to Linux. Scott Morris reveals the progress of this survey.
25 Jan 2006
FreeRadius Integration with eDirectory (appnote)
If you need an integrated solution with FreeRadius and eDirectory, check out this AppNote from Cool Solutions reader Alexandre Dachine.
25 Jan 2006
Login Scripts - Best Practices, Part 3 (feature)
Our recent series of articles on best practices for login scripts is capped off by this gem from Cool Solutions contributor David Lange - enjoy!
25 Jan 2006
eDirectory - Beyond File System Rights (feature)
Novell's Jim Henderson sheds some light on the important question - "What does eDirectory do for me without managing file system rights?"
25 Jan 2006
Mac Authentication to eDirectory (feature)
Getting Mac OSX authentication to eDirectory just got easier, thanks to this approach from Cool Solutions contributor Chris Perry.
25 Jan 2006
Troubleshooting eDirectory 8.8 Installation (tip)
*Update* - If your eDirectory 8.8 install fails early on, you may have noticed that you can't re-install the same language version. Our eDirectory expert Akos Szechy shows you how to work around the problem so re-installation can be done.
24 Jan 2006
IPListLaunch 1.0 (tool)
List IP addresses and usernames for a NetWare server.
18 Jan 2006
Hiding Users in eGuide (feature)
Need an easier way to hide that admin user in eGuide? Check out this solution from Andreas Ollenburg, with screen shots and a detailed step-by-step procedure.
18 Jan 2006
Using ICE to Mass-Create Objects (tip)
Forum experts Dave Gersic and Jim Henderson share some tips on using ICE to mass-create objects.
18 Jan 2006
Using Directory Map Objects to Point to Folders (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Darrell Eddy explains how to take the pain out of moving directories across volumes, with an approach that maps directory objects to specific folders.
18 Jan 2006
Path to DSRepair on Linux (tip)
Three Novell experts show us the "PATH" to running DSRepair on Windows or Linux platforms ...
18 Jan 2006
Tracking User Object Connections (tip)
Forum expert Dave Parkes shares a code sample that helps you track the last logged-in user.
13 Jan 2006
Need an App to run on Linux? Request it here! (tip)
If you have critical applications that you MUST be able to use on
Linux, please take a minute to let us know what they are, and we'll see what we can do to nudge the folks who create them. Together, your voices
will count for more than they would separately.
11 Jan 2006
eDirectory 8.8 and Novell Product Compatibility (tip)
Get the details here on which Novell products are or are not supported with the new eDirectory 8.8.
11 Jan 2006
Using OpenLDAP ldapsearch to Query eDirectory (feature)
Cool Solutions contributor Darko Delinac shares his insights on the basics of using ldapsearch queries, including search filters and bind parameters. Plenty of examples are provided!
11 Jan 2006
Best Practices for Login Scripts, Part 2 (tip)
Last week we posted an open call on best practices for login scripts. Here are three of the best responses we received, from around the globe - enjoy!
4 Jan 2006
eDirectory in the News - America First (feature)
In this installment of eDirectory in the News we focus on how the State of Utah has benefitted from an eDirectory infrastructure.
4 Jan 2006
Open Call - Best Practices for Login Scripts (tip)
Here are a few tips on using login scripts more effectively - send us your best practices and common-sense solutions, too!
4 Jan 2006
Mouseover Sample Code for eGuide (tip)
This sample code solution from Andrey Karyagin gives you the freedom to display your own .GIF on a mouseover event in eGuide.
4 Jan 2006
Disabling Fields in eGuide (tip)
Here's a tip from Forum expert Niklas Ekstedt on how to hide the Address and Project Links fields in eGuide.
4 Jan 2006
Sample Code - LDAPNetAddr (feature)
This sample code shows how to extract a readable network address from the LDAP-encoded networkAddress attribute.
4 Jan 2006
Commandline login 1.03 (tool)
A simple commandline login utility.
3 Jan 2006
Tree logout commandline (tool)
Command-line logout of a tree and kill all connections.
28 Dec 2005
Solving Continuous Synchronization Problems (tip)
Novell's Akos Szechy lends a tip on how to solve continuous synchronization problems. The key is in finding the problematic timestamps in large log files.
28 Dec 2005
Using Keytool to Create an SSL Cert via eDirectory (feature)
Novell's Rich Roberts shows us how to use keytool to create an SSL Cert via eDirectory. The cert can then be used with iChain and a JBoss portal.
28 Dec 2005
Installing ConsoleOne on a Debian Distribution (tip)
With this tip from Cool Solutions reader Darko Delinac, you can do the "impossible" - installing ConsoleOne on a Debian distribution.
28 Dec 2005
Creating Custom Roles, Tasks and Property Books for Printer Operators (tip)
James Denton explains how to create custom roles, tasks, and property books to assign access control for printer operators.
28 Dec 2005
Copying Student Files Quickly (tip)
Here's a tip from Cool Solutions reader James Denton that helps you speed up the process of migrating student accounts.
28 Dec 2005
Dekart Logon (tool)
Password-replacement solution for Windows PCs and Novell Client.
22 Dec 2005
Bulkmod.pl (tool)
LDAP utility to populate attributes without an LDIF.
22 Dec 2005
iPrint-like Printer Maps for NDPS Environments (tool)
Provides an internet protocol handler (prnt:) to install printers on Windows 2000/XP clients via an HTML page similar to Novell's iPrint maps.
21 Dec 2005
Novell Releases iManager 2.6 (feature)
Novell iManager 2.6 is here! Check out the new features and what it can do for you, as well as the additional plug-ins available for eDirectory 8.8, NMAS 3.0, and PKI 3.1.
21 Dec 2005
Installing iManager 2.6: Windows server with IIS / GroupWise 7 WebAccess (tip)
You've installed iManager 2.6 but you get the "Unable to start Tomcat" error - so what next? Novell's Jeff Crow comes to the rescue with this workaround.
21 Dec 2005
International Mapping with eGuide (tip)
Need to go global with the eGuide map? Mike Braden lends this tip that shows you how to get maps for the world ...
21 Dec 2005
A Beginner's Guide to LDAP Development (feature)
This article is specifically for those who are brand new to LDAP development and have been tasked with building a "Directory-enabled" application.
*Update* - new Java code sample by Cool Solutions reader Jeff Porter.
20 Dec 2005
LDAP Exporter 1.2 (tool)
Export data easily from a LDAP server.
15 Dec 2005
DSSec.exe: Report NDS Security Issues (tool)
Create reports on users who have no passwords, insecure password restrictions, or excessive rights.
14 Dec 2005
Password Generator (tool)
Generate random passwords.
14 Dec 2005
TKInfo Tool (tool)
Script that creates four reports for monitoring information about keys.
14 Dec 2005
Leveraging Security Features in eDirectory 8.8 (appnote)
Hot topic 1: Security ... Hot topic 2: the new eDirectory 8.8. Put these together and you get a great new AppNote from Garg Shailesh and Jaimon
Jose that helps you get the most from Encrypted Attributes and Encrypted Replication.
14 Dec 2005
Using the dsbk Utility on Windows (feature)
Curious about the dsbk utility? Novell's Saurabh Garg serves up a timely treatise on the basics of running dsbk on Windows, with info on parameters, examples, and more.
14 Dec 2005
Finding Duplicate GUIDs (feature)
Duplicate GUIDs can be a pain! Novell's Aaron Burgemeister shares a cool Perl script that can track down those annoying critters so you can fix them. *Now updated with some helpful background information ... *
12 Dec 2005
Password Change (tool)
Create a password change page in Java applications.
9 Dec 2005
WalkID: The iChain LDAP-Query-enabled Plug-in (feature)
Novell's Alfredo Santos and Andres Monteiro team up to show the business case and technical usages for WalkID, the iChain LDAP-Query-enabled Plug-in.
8 Dec 2005
List Meta-Data Archive (tool)
Lists files with the meta-data archive bit set.
8 Dec 2005
Simple Password Self-Service (tool)
Allows users to change their own password.
8 Dec 2005
DupeTrace 1.5 (tool)
Utility to "play back" an LDAP trace file.
7 Dec 2005
DSRepair in eDirectory Troubleshooting (feature)
You've heard of DSRepair, and you've probably used it - but how well do you really know it? Here's a look inside that popular and sometimes misunderstood eDirectory tool, courtesy of Novell's Akos Szechy.
7 Dec 2005
A Faster Schema Synchronization Check (tip)
When you install or upgrade eDirectory, one of the time-consuming tasks is checking the schema synchronization. This tip from Cool Solutions reader Mahmood Anwar helps you set up a script to make schema-checking quicker and easier.
7 Dec 2005
Restoring Queue Objects (tip)
Here's a quick tip by Novell's Dean Giles on a way to avoid failures when restoring queue objects.
5 Dec 2005
SchDiff (tool)
Compare eDirectory Schema on 2 Trees and Report on Differences.
2 Dec 2005
NDS Expediter (tool)
Verify, inspect, backup, restore and monitor objects on specifically selected replicas.
2 Dec 2005
Schema LDIF Exporter: SchExp (tool)
Export selected classes and/or attributes.
30 Nov 2005
eDirectory Tuning (feature)
Is your eDirectory running smoothly on all cylinders? Get some timely tips of boosting your eDirectory performance in this BrainShare summary article.
30 Nov 2005
eGuide StyleSheet Modifications for FireFox/Mozilla/Safari (tip)
Are you seeing strange things? More to the point, do you see odd-looking eGuide buttons in Firefox, Mozilla, or Safari? This tip from Cool Solutions reader Andrew Miller will get your eGuide vision back to normal.
28 Nov 2005
Nlist Search Tool (tool)
Used with nlist.exe to compile a list of users' emails in a given context.
28 Nov 2005
Mini Remoter for ConsoleOne (tool)
Used with ConsoleOne for loading ConsoleOne to remote PCs.
22 Nov 2005
NCPSync.nlm (tool)
Synchronize two directory subtrees by NCP.
17 Nov 2005
How to configure LUM on a new SUSE workstation (feature)
Got OES and NLD? Cool Solutions contributor Edward van der Maas shows you how to get LUM configured on a new SUSE workstation.
16 Nov 2005
eDirectory Partition Operations - Part 2 (appnote)
Here's the second AppNote on eDirectory partition operations, by Novell's Akos Szechy.
16 Nov 2005
LDAP Enabling for Oracle (appnote)
Cool Solutions points leader Michel Bluteau continues his suite of Oracle articles with this AppNote on enabling LDAP for Oracle.
16 Nov 2005
Solving Password Caching Problems on Macintosh (tip)
With this tip from Mac expert Randy Saeks, your Mac users can get around a password synchronization problem with AFP servers.
14 Nov 2005
iMgrXML (tool)
Developer Tool to read existing iManager Info from eDirectory and export as XML.
14 Nov 2005
iMgrExport (tool)
Read existing iManager Info from eDirectory and export as XML.
13 Nov 2005
HBWSchema 1.05 (tool)
Add and remove attribute and class definitions into/from schema.
9 Nov 2005
eDirectory Partition Operations - Part 1 (appnote)
Need some practical insights on handling replica and partition operations? Novell's Akos Szechy clears up the picture with this insightful Appnote - and stay tuned for his follow-up AppNote next week - eDirectory Partition Operations - Part 2 ...
9 Nov 2005
Configuring iManager to Manage SLP objects (appnote)
If you've been waiting for a plug-in to manage SLP with iManager, wait no more! Novell's Chuck Flood shows you step-by-step how to get iManager to manage SLP objects in your tree.
9 Nov 2005
Finding Application Associations (tip)
How easy is it to read application associatioins? Sometimes, not so easy - but this tip from Cool Solutions reader Mathieu Provencher should help make it go a bit smoother, especially for ZENworks users.
9 Nov 2005
Bulk Load Test-User Generator (feature)
Novell's Aaron Burgemeister shares a cool LDIF utility that creates, modifies, renames, and deletes groups of test users, on Linux, UNIX, NetWare, and Windows.
8 Nov 2005
eDirSync (tool)
Easily create reports on available Partitions and Replicas and some basic health information. Check or Force Synchronization.
3 Nov 2005
WalkID (tool)
Search attribute values of any object of one LDAP Server.
2 Nov 2005
iManager Configuration - Part 2 (feature)
Here's the second article in a two-part series on iManager configuration, as presented in BrainShare. It covers object classes, preferences, plug-ins, and tips and tricks for iManager.
2 Nov 2005
Avoiding Crashes on Fedora Core (tip)
Here's a tip from Cool Solutions reader Klaus Steinberger that helps you deal with iManager and ConsoleOne crashes that can happen on Fedora Core.
1 Nov 2005
NDS Object Counter (tool)
Count total number of object in NDS Tree.
31 Oct 2005
SQL2LDAP (tool)
Enable administrators of Novell networks to import user details from a SQL server to create the NDS user leaf objects.
26 Oct 2005
iManager Configuration - Part 1 (feature)
Here's a good overview of iManager configuration, courtesy of BrainShare TUT267.
26 Oct 2005
NDS Health Check Tutorial (feature)
The famous NDS Health Check TID - 10060600 - now has a step-by-step tutorial. Now health checks are even easier to do!
26 Oct 2005
Faster iManager on Internet Explorer (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Eric Young leverages a GroupWise TID to help speed up iManager performance on Internet Explorer.
26 Oct 2005
Extending Certificate Life (tip)
A year goes by all too quickly when you're dealing with certificate expirations. Thanks to this tip from V.M. Luotonen, you can extend your certificate life for eGuide to a lot longer - 10 years in this example.
26 Oct 2005
Sample Code - Printing and Converting 64-bit Integers (feature)
This sample code shows how to print 64-bit integers and convert them to character strings.
19 Oct 2005
eDirectory 8.8 Now Available (feature)
The best is now even better! Check out the details on the latest version of Novell eDirectory - 8.8 is here.
19 Oct 2005
Attribute Mapping for Password Self-Service (feature)
Here's an inside look at Novell Password Self-Service by Gordon Mathis. A sample application in the article shows you how to use the NMAS Challenge/Response method outside the framework of Password Self-Service.
19 Oct 2005
Solving Binding Problems on Solaris Servers (tip)
Here's a tip from Cool Solutions reader Donal Duane on how to get NDS utilites to bind correctly on Solaris 9 servers.
19 Oct 2005
Sample Code - Adding an eDirectory Object with LDAP-Perl (feature)
This sample code shows how to use the perl-ldap module to add an object in eDirectory.
12 Oct 2005
Tree Architecture Design (feature)
How does tree design affect LDAP search scope? What is "horizontal scaling," and when should it be used? Get the answers to these and other questions in this BrainShare summary article.
12 Oct 2005
Auto-filling iManager Fields (tip)
Here's a tip from long-time Cool Solutions contributor Wolfgang Schreiber on how to use the iManager 2.5 Plug-in Studio to auto-fill attribute values. Javascript examples are included.
12 Oct 2005
Large-scale User Object Creation with PERL (feature)
Consultant Ian Pattison used Perl scripts to create user accounts for 17,000 students and 1,500 teachers at a large Catholic school in Toronto, Canada. What would have been a 45-day project was done in just 9 days, with data imports taking just an hour.
12 Oct 2005
eGuide Fix for Timeshifts (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Andrey Karyagin lends this fix to a time-shift problem in eGuide, complete with .java and .class code files.
12 Oct 2005
Sample Code - Modifying Attributes with LDAP and Python (feature)
This sample code shows a simple function that will modify attributes of an object using LDAP and Python-LDAP.
5 Oct 2005
Using dsbk on Linux and Unix (feature)
You may be familiar with the dsbk utility on NetWare, but are you comfortable using it on Linux or UNIX? This article by Novell's Jim Henderson will help you understand and use the dsbk utility more effectively.
5 Oct 2005
Centralis Contex White Paper Now Available (feature)
Find out how Centralis Contex can help you get the most from ConsoleOne, by downloading the new Contex white paper from Centralis.
5 Oct 2005
From .CSV File to User Accounts - in Minutes (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Charles Love takes us from .CSV file to imported user accounts, using some easy-to-follow ICE commands. A lot faster than manual data entry, to be sure ...
5 Oct 2005
eDirectory in the News: State of Utah (feature)
In this installment of eDirectory in the News we focus on how the State of Utah has benefitted from an eDirectory infrastructure.
5 Oct 2005
Removing Files when Updating ConsoleOne (tip)
If you're having troubling removing all the folders and files when you try to deploy a new version of ConsoleOne, check out this tip from Mathieu Provencher.
29 Sep 2005
Developing an NMAS Method (feature)
Novell Developer Labs creates NMAS methods - and you can, too, thanks to this article from Novell's Gordon Mathis.
29 Sep 2005
Installing iManager after Renaming a Tree (tip)
If you rename your tree at some point, don't forget this timely tip from Novell's Jeff Crow to keep your iManager software running smoothly.
29 Sep 2005
Displaying Partial Attributes in iManager (tip)
Cool Tools guru Wolfgang Schreiber lends some code that helps you display partial attributes
29 Sep 2005
Sample Code: Searching eDirectory using LDAP and Perl (feature)
This sample shows how to use the perl-ldap module to search eDirectory.
28 Sep 2005
eDirectory: Making It Count! (tip)
Have eDirectory count how many objects there are in your tree or in a given organizational unit.
27 Sep 2005
Duplicates (tool)
Identify Objects with Attributes Duplicate / Attributes Present / Attribute Not Present.
27 Sep 2005
Mutate Objects (tool)
Change the base class of existing objects.
27 Sep 2005
OuDelete (tool)
Delete eDirectory Organizational Units recursively (with all their subcontainers).
21 Sep 2005
Automating eDirectory Updates with ZENworks (feature)
Check out this new feature in the eDirectory patch 8.7.3.4. You can use ZENworks server management to automate e-Directory patches. And it works for Windows or Netware! Find out more here ...
21 Sep 2005
AppNote: NMAS and Kerberos (appnote)
Update - The AppNote now contains new Usage Scenarios.
The single sign-on feature of Kerberos is a great thing - and now you can use that feature in eDirectory authentication, thanks to this AppNote by Preetam Ramakrishna.
21 Sep 2005
Speeding Up with ConsoleOne (tip)
ConsoleOne running slow for you? Try this simple solution for speeding up performance, from Cool Solutions reader Eric Young.
16 Sep 2005
Removable Media Device Security and Encryption (tool)
Disknet Pro provides eDirectory administrators with central control and encryption of removable media-I/O devices, and the ability to monitor user access through these devices.
15 Sep 2005
Universal Password, Part 2 (feature)
Here's the second part of the BrainShare 2005 presentation on Universal Password. It's a collection of vital Q&As to help you understand, use, and troubleshoot Universal Password.
15 Sep 2005
Extending the Schema for LUM / iManager 2.5 (tip)
If you need help extending the eDirectory schema for LUM (Linux User Management), here's a tip from Cool Solutions contributor Andy Bialock that might do the trick.
15 Sep 2005
Changing a Simple Password on Windows, via CIFS (tip)
Here's a tip from Donald Lohr that helps you change a simple password on Windows, via CIFS and local authentication.
14 Sep 2005
Check Login (tool)
Checks if password is about to expire.
9 Sep 2005
AdRem Free Remote Console 5 (tool)
Free remote access to NetWare server console.
8 Sep 2005
eDirectory 8.7.3.7 Now Available (feature)
You can get the latest and greatest eDirectory patch release for NetWare, Windows, Solaris, Linux, and HP-UX platforms - check out the details here!
8 Sep 2005
Universal Password, Part 1 (feature)
What's the difference between NDS, Simple, Enhanced, and Universal Passwords? If it took you more than a few seconds to think of the answers, this summary article on Universal Password is for you ...
8 Sep 2005
Finding Orphaned Home Directories (tip)
When user accounts are deleted but the home directories are not removed, you can be stuck with a mess. This tip from Cool Solutions contributor Charles Hucks provides a script to get the cleanup handled.
8 Sep 2005
The Effective Service Desk and Novell (trench)
This article explains how to select an IT Service Desk/Help Desk Solution which can leverage specific features, as well as your overall investment in ZENworks, GroupWise, eDirectory and Identity Manager.
8 Sep 2005
Authenticating Windows Users to eDirectory (tip)
The task of authenticating Windows Users to eDirectory just got a bit easier, thanks to this tip from Andy Bialock.
8 Sep 2005
Reducing OU Search Times in eGuide (tip)
Tired of long delays in your OU searches? This simple solution from Martin McNaught can help you cut lag time when you search on fields other than surname or firstname.
31 Aug 2005
Scripted Approach to Maintaining Groups (feature)
Cool Solutions contributor Charles Hucks shows us how to combine a script with Novell ActiveX controls to simplify group maintainenance.
31 Aug 2005
AppNote: Moving User Home Directories, the sed Way (appnote)
*Here are some late-breaking additions to the AppNote*
This extensive AppNote from Jim Pye gives you a step-by-step approach to moving home directory data between servers in eDirectory. It also sheds some valuable light on the sed tool. So go get your cuppa and find out what's uppa ...
31 Aug 2005
Single Sign-On to Citrix Web Interface 4.0 using eDirectory Authentication (tip)
Kevin Hurni explains how to Single Sign-on to the Citrix Web Interface 4.0 that is configured to use eDirectory authentication. He also provided an example of the form fill policy he used.
31 Aug 2005
Installing eDirectory on SUSE Linux (tip)
Here are some tips from Avtar Gill on installing eDirectory on SUSE Linux.
31 Aug 2005
Sample Code: LDAP Connection Class for eDirectory in Python (feature)
This code sample from Novell Forge shows a simple class to manage a connection to eDirectory in Python.
24 Aug 2005
eDirectory Disaster Recovery (feature)
A server crash - when will it happen to you? Don't panic - eDirectory expert Jim Henderson is here with some great advice and techniques on getting up and running again.
24 Aug 2005
Importing certificates with a Private Key (tip)
Here's a tip on getting external certificates into eDirectory - with the Private Keys included.
24 Aug 2005
Reactivating Expired Objects (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Andrew Armstrong explains how to reset expiration dates for large numbers of objects, using iManager.
24 Aug 2005
Setting Up an eGuide Proxy (tip)
Martin McNaught shows us how to set up an eGuide proxy in a few easy steps.
22 Aug 2005
Get Directory Size and Quota Size (tool)
Perl-Script to Generate CSV-file Report with dir_name;dir_size;di