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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
12 Dec 2007
Modifying Custom Attributes with the IDM Null Driver (tip)
Father Ramon
12 Dec 2007
Inserting and Removing Users in Groups in an IDV Tree (tip)
This tip from Father Ramon helps you insert or delete Group users in an Identity Vault tree.
10 Dec 2007
Monitor Identity Manager - eDirectory Driver Synchronization with Nagios (tool)
Check Novell Identity Manager synchronization between eDirectory trees using ldap.
5 Dec 2007
Configuring Access Manager for UserApp and SAML (appnote)
In this AppNote, Thomas Lubanski explains how to configure Novell Access Manager for use with IDM UserApp and SAML.
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
Cool Blog: Driver Usage Paradigm (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Aaron Burgemeister describes the "light-bulb" experience he had with the IDM Resource Kit and driver usage.
5 Dec 2007
Access Management Authentication Class for SMS Token Login (feature)
Bart Andries describes an SMS token-based authentication method for Access Manager.
5 Dec 2007
Access Management Authentication Class for Static Token login (feature)
Bart Andries describes a Static token-based authentication method for Access Manager.
5 Dec 2007
BA Authentication modules for Novell Access Manager (tool)
This package contains custom authentication modules for Novell Access Manager.
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.
5 Dec 2007
Customizing Error Messages in Access Manager Login Pages (feature)
You can help your users deal with authentication issues by customizing the error messages they get, thanks to this article from Neil Cashell.
5 Dec 2007
Finding Form Fill Secret Store Details in Access Manager (feature)
Learn more about Secret Store for Form Fill. Neil Cashell fills you in on the details ...
5 Dec 2007
Setting Up Subversion with LDAP and IDM Designer (feature)
This article by David Gersic helps you use Subversion revision control in conjunction with LDAP and Designer.
5 Dec 2007
Success Story: St. Vincent Health (feature)
Learn how St. Vincent Health found a better way to track system access and protect confidential patient information, thanks to Novell Identity Manager.
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
About Loopback and Null Drivers (feature)
Rob Schneider brings us up to speed on IDM loopback and null drivers, including a rule example.
28 Nov 2007
Success Story: Liverpool (feature)
Learn how Liverpool, Mexico's leading fashion department store, deployed Novell Identity Manager to enable efficient access control to its SAP applications and other business-critical enterprise systems.
28 Nov 2007
Quick Install for IDM UserApp (tip)
David Gersic shares a handy quick-install procedure for getting IDM UserApp up and running.
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.
28 Nov 2007
IDM SAP HR Driver: Where to Get the JConnect Libraries (tip)
Geoff Carman explains how to find the files you need to support the SAP HR driver for Novell Identity Manager.
28 Nov 2007
Manually Configuring Oracle Enterprise Manager for a Sentinel Instance (feature)
Tom Burt explains how to configure the Oracle Enterprise Manager dbconsole properly after installing Sentinel.
28 Nov 2007
Finding BorderManager Licenses After an Upgrade (tip)
This tip from Craig Johnson explains how to improve the way your BorderManager installation locates and displays its licenses.
28 Nov 2007
Displaying the eDirectory loginTime in NSL (tip)
Here's a tip from David Guest that displays the eDirectory login time for NSL in GMT format.
26 Nov 2007
UniqueID Check v1.0 (tool)
Analyze UID and CN attributes from an eDirectory tree.
21 Nov 2007
Calling Stored Procedures with the IDM JDBC Driver (feature)
Geoff Carman explains how you call stored procedures using Policy Builder, GCV, XML Parse, and destCommandProcessor - with the JDBC driver.
21 Nov 2007
Configuring SUSE Firewall for the SSL VPN Component in Access Manager (appnote)
In this Appnote, Sureshkumar T explains how to set up a SUSE Firewall configuration that works with the SSL VPN Component of Access Manager.
21 Nov 2007
General-Purpose Relational Integrity Rules for IDM (appnote)
This AppNote by Rob Schneider describes an approach to maintain relational integrity between the user and job data commonly referenced by Identity Manager.
21 Nov 2007
Novell Adds Roles-Based Provisioning Module to Identity Manager (feature)
Learn how roles-based provisioning has been integrated with Novell Identity Manager, making it easier to tie identity to business processes.
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
Novell SecureLogin Adds Support for Windows Vista (feature)
Learn how Novell SecureLogin, a feature-rich single sign-on solution, offers advances to enforce consistent password policy and address compliance mandates.
21 Nov 2007
Success Story: University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston (feature)
Learn how the The University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston (UTHSC-H) incorporated Novell Identity Manager and Novell iChain to form a identity management solution that works across all their applications and platforms.
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
Changing a Notes DateTime Field (tip)
Perry Nuffer shows how to set the HTTPPasswordChangeDate value in the Domino directory, using an XDS input document example.
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
Detecting Password Fields on a Javascript Web Page (tip)
David Guest explains how to detect a password field when you are dealing with a Javascript Web Page.
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.
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
Novell SecureLogin 6.1 Ships (feature)
Version 6.1 of Novell's popular SecureLogin solution has shipped. Learn more about it here ...
14 Nov 2007
Success Story: Toll Brothers (feature)
Learn how the Toll Brothers construction company selected Novell Identity Manager and Novell Access Manager to securely connect all their systems and synchronize user identities.
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
Stripping Null Values from IDM Operations (tip)
Will Schneider shares a few IDM rules that strip all null values from all operations, either at the Input, Output, the Command.
14 Nov 2007
Moving the IDM Designer Location in Linux (tip)
This tip from Geoff Carman explains how to successfully move IDM Designer from one location to another in Linux.
14 Nov 2007
Using Sentinel Collectors as Syslog Servers (tip)
Oscar Castro explains how to get your Sentinel Collectors to act as Syslog Servers.
14 Nov 2007
Another Reason to Use -host in dxcmd (tip)
Geoff Carman explains why the -host parameter is the way to go, if you are using dxcmd and running multiple eDirectory instances.
14 Nov 2007
Updated SSL Configuration for UserApp 3.5.1 (tip)
With the new jBoss version, you may need this tip from Celso Lima to get SSL configuration working properly.
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
Novell Positioned in the Leaders Quadrant for Web Access Management (feature)
Find out more about the latest recognition of Novell product excellence, this time for Access Manager.
7 Nov 2007
Dredging for Inactive Accounts (feature)
Rob Schneider shares a practical approach for locating inactive user accounts in Identity Manager.
7 Nov 2007
About the IDM Integration Module/Composer (tip)
Here are some interesting insights into the new Novell Identity Manager Integration Module 2.1 for Enterprise, including the Composer tool - courtesy of Geoff Carman.
7 Nov 2007
Success Story: Greater Baltimore (feature)
Learn how the Greater Baltimore Medical Center adopted a solution based on Novell SecureLogin and Novell Identity Manager to provide single sign-on and safeguard important medical data.
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
Adding IDM Attributes based on Existing Values (tip)
If you need to add IDM attributes based on existing values, this tip and code sample from Lothar Haeger should help.
7 Nov 2007
Specifying Multiple Users in TO, CC, BCC with UserApp (tip)
This tip from Steven Williams provides a workaround so you can send email for more than one user in the Finish Activity of the UserApp workflow.
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
Creating an eDirectory User based on ADS Group Membership (feature)
Father Ramon outlines the process for creating a user in eDirectory based on a specific ADS (W2K3) Group Membership.
31 Oct 2007
Using Secret Store (tip)
Geoff Carman takes a look at the benefits of using Novell Secret Store with SecureLogin and Identity Manager.
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
New at Download.Novell.com - Identity Manager Integration Module 2.1 for Enterprise - Custom Edition (tip)
Check out the new Identity Manager Integration Module 2.1 for Enterprise - Custom Edition, available at download.novell.com ...
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
Customizing an NSL Script for Admin Account Users (tip)
This tip from David Guest shows you how to help outside (admin) users access a web page for modification, via an NSL script.
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.
29 Oct 2007
Status-Checking Script for DirXML Remote Loader (tip)
Thanks to Arjan Anthonisse for sharing this script that makes status checking easier when you're running the DirXML Remote Loader.
27 Oct 2007
Novell Audit Starter Pack Database Version 1.3 (tool)
Capture, maintain and analyze the information gathered by the Novell Audit Starter Pack 2.0.2 application.
24 Oct 2007
Identity Management - an Inevitable Need (appnote)
In this AppNote, Gaurav Vaidya provides a broad view of identity management and explains why you can't afford to be without a solid identity management plan for your business.
24 Oct 2007
What's New in the Form Script for Identity Manager 3.5.1 (feature)
Rudy Duym brings us up-to-date on the latest developments with the Form Script for Identity Manager 3.5.1.
24 Oct 2007
Enforcing Two-Factor Authentication with a Smart Card on a Citrix Server (feature)
Kiran Prabhu DP explains how you can take advantage of smart card authentication on a Citrix server.
24 Oct 2007
Troubleshooting IF-THEN-ELSE Blocks with IDM Code (feature)
Geoff Carman explains a subtle bug dealing with IF-THEN-ELSE command ordering, and how to resolve it.
24 Oct 2007
New at Download.Novell.com - IDM 3.5.1 Bundle Edition (tip)
Check out the new Identity Manager 3.5.1 Bundle Edition for OES and ZENworks ...
24 Oct 2007
Success Story: JAL Card (feature)
Learn how JAL Card, a Japan Airlines subsidiary, overhauled its identity management system and increased its compliance capabilities by implementing Novell Identity Manager and Novell SecureLogin.
24 Oct 2007
IDM Token-Unique-Name Examples (tip)
David Gersic and Father Ramon share a few IDM policy rules that help you see the "token-unique-name" noun in action ...
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
Redirecting the Access Gateway to the Full Domain Name (tip)
In this article, Bart Andries explains how to redirect the Access Gateway to the full domain name when receiving error "Host name received is not for this web site".
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.
24 Oct 2007
Installing iChain's ConsoleOne Snap-ins on a Linux Client (tip)
This tip from Rob Rawson helps you install iChain's ConsoleOne Snap-ins on a Linux Client.
17 Oct 2007
Survey: How well are Novell and your other vendors meeting your needs? (tip)
We're interested in knowing how well Novell is meeting your needs in several areas identified as important to current customers. Please take this short, five-minute survey to help us understand your satisfaction with Novell and other vendors.
17 Oct 2007
IDM Engine Event Caching (appnote)
In this Appnote, Geoff Carman takes us behind the scenes with the powerful event caching feature of Identity Manager.
17 Oct 2007
Tiered Structure for Governance of Identity Management (feature)
This article by David Guest provides an overview of the advantages of a tiered data structure with the IDM Identity Vault.
17 Oct 2007
Testing for Supported Cryptographic Functions (feature)
Aaron Burgemeister shares a cool Perl script that helps you determine which cryptographic technologies are supported on certain servers.
17 Oct 2007
Unique Name Token Functionality in IDM 3.5 (feature)
Geoff Carman describes IDM 3.5's Unique Name Token feature, along with an interesting peculiarity ...
17 Oct 2007
Using DebugView to Track SecureLogin Application Definitions (feature)
David Guest explains how to use Microsoft's DebugView to help you track SecureLogin information dealing with performance monitoring and other time-sensitive issues.
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
Success Story: Schneider Electric Mexico (feature)
Learn how Schneider Electric Mexico dramatically improved its provisioning and information synchronization with a new Identity Manager solution.
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.
17 Oct 2007
BorderManager Migration Tips (tip)
Craig Johnson shares a few handy tips for migrating BorderManager from version 3.8 to 3.9.
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.
10 Oct 2007
Deleting Driver Associations in Identity Manager (feature)
Need to remove a driver but don't want to manually remove thousands of associations? Yancey Yeargan shares a Perl script that does the trick.
10 Oct 2007
Using Identity Injection to View Roles (feature)
Bart Andries explains how to troubleshoot Identity Injection and Form Fill Policies in this article.
10 Oct 2007
Adding IDM Driver Support for Intruder Lockout Detection on Linux/UNIX (feature)
Now you can implement IDM support for Intruder Lockout Detection on Linux and UNIX, thanks to this solution from Geoff Carman.
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
Using Alternate Mailfile Templates with the Lotus Notes Driver (tip)
This tip from Perry Nuffer demonstrates another approach to using mailfile templates with the IDM Notes driver.
10 Oct 2007
Success Story: APACS (feature)
Learn how APACS, the UK trade association for payments, used a Novell Identity Manager solution to keep vital databases synchronized.
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
SAML / NAM / Concur Integration (appnote)
In this AppNote, Neil Cashell demonstrates how to integrate Novell Access Manager and Concur, using the Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) solution for Single Sign-on (SSO) to the Concur Expense Service (CES).
3 Oct 2007
Creating Temporary Security Access for NAM 3 using Roles (feature)
Mike Faris explains how to grant temporary system access to outside personnel, using Roles with Access Manager.
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
Novell-led Bandit Project Launches "Control Your Identity" Campaign (feature)
Learn how the Bandit Project is driving better, more secure user management of Internet identities.
3 Oct 2007
Cool Blog: Updated: Identity Manager Driver Health & Statistics (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Lynn Christensen shares the details of the new UI for Identity Manager Driver Health and Statistics.
3 Oct 2007
Using Mapping Tables in IDM to Set User Destinations (feature)
Dave Gersic shares a few sample polices that use mapping tables to do common lookup tasks.
3 Oct 2007
Success Story: The University of Adelaide (feature)
Learn how Australia's University of Adelaide used Novell Identity Manager to build a solution that synchronizes identities between its data directories.
3 Oct 2007
Notes Driver Support for XDS Attribute Types and Field Data Types (tip)
Perry Nuffer describes the XDS attribute types and Lotus Notes field data types that are supported by the Notes IDM driver.
3 Oct 2007
Bypassing Authentication for Remote Users in BorderManager (tip)
This tip from Craig Johnson explains ways you can bypass authentication for remote users in BorderManager, connecting directly to target sites.
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
Personalizing Novell Access Manager Using Custom Headers and LDAP (feature)
Now you can personalize the look and feel of your NAM environment, thanks to this handy article from Mike Faris.
26 Sep 2007
Xen Setup for Access Manager (feature)
Ever wondered if Novell Access Manager woould work with XEN? Neil Cashell shows you how to get NAM up and running on SUSE Linux with XEN virtualization.
26 Sep 2007
New at Download.Novell.com - IDM 3.5.0.1 Plug-in for iManager 2.6 (feature)
Check out the new Identity Manager plug-in for iManager 2.6, on download.novell.com ...
26 Sep 2007
Resyncing Users in IDM after a Delete (tip)
Here's a tip from Ofer Gigi that helps you resync users after they have been deleted and recreated.
26 Sep 2007
AD Driver Default Rule Oddity (tip)
Geoff Carman explores a strange characteristic in an AD Driver rule for IDM. If you know why it behaves like it does, let us know ...
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.
26 Sep 2007
"Expired Query-Ex Data" in the Lotus Notes Driver (tip)
Perry Nuffer explains the mystery behind "expired query ex-data" in the IDM driver for Lotus Notes.
26 Sep 2007
Blocking Sub-Domain Access in BorderManager (tip)
Craig Johnson shares some advice about blocking access to sub-domains, using access rules and wildcards.
26 Sep 2007
Solving User Datastore Errors after NAM Upgrade (tip)
This tip from Samantha Fetter shows a simple way to get around IDP errors after an upgrade to Access Manager.
26 Sep 2007
Fixing iChain Fonts in Firefox (tip)
If your problem is iChain fonts that are too large in Firefox, Klaus Gast has your answer ...
25 Sep 2007
Using GroupWise Mail and Calendar on Non-Novell Portals (tip)
Kevin Hurni explains how to get your GroupWise mail and calendar features working on non-Novell portals.
23 Sep 2007
Landscape Generator (tool)
Configure a cool looking customer environment web page without writing any HTML code!
19 Sep 2007
Creating a Time-triggered Job Automatically with Policies (appnote)
In this AppNote, Pekka Kuronen shares an automatic process for making time-triggered events with IDM, in the spirit of crontab.
19 Sep 2007
Proof of Concept: IDM 3.5.0 JDBC Driver and Apache Derby Java Database (appnote)
This AppNote by Jon Hardman is a demonstration of how Identity Manager can support any RDMS database that works with SQL and JDBC connectivity.
19 Sep 2007
Solutions Providers High-Five Fast Growth Vendors (feature)
Learn how vendors such as Novacoast are reaping the rewards of tight alliances with Novell, Linux, and identity management.
19 Sep 2007
Synchronizing Users into Google Apps with IDM (tip)
Check out this Google Apps connector, built by Johann Akerstrom.
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
Upgrading from BorderManager 3.6 (tip)
If you're planning to upgrade your BorderManager from version 3.6, this tip from Craig Johnson will clear up a few issues.
19 Sep 2007
Success Story: New York City Transit (feature)
Learn how the New York City Transit automated their identity management process with Novell Identity Manager and Access Manager.
19 Sep 2007
Moving IDM Drivers from NetWare to Linux (tip)
Here's a tip from Armando Perez that helps you get your Identity Manager drivers safely moved from NetWare to a Linux box.
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
Lotus Notes Redirection on Novell Access Manager Using PHP and LDAP (appnote)
In this AppNote, Mike Faris shows how to configure Access Manager to determine on which Notes server the current logged in user resides, and present only a single email icon.
12 Sep 2007
IDM Rule Programming Techniques for Pseudo Select Statement Emulation (appnote)
This AppNote by Justin Birt explains how to construct complex conditional statements within a single IDM rule.
12 Sep 2007
"I Agree" - A Simple Recipe for Identity Manager Self-Registration (feature)
Michel Bluteau explains how to require users to agree to Terms and Conditions before accessing Self-Registration in Identity Manager
12 Sep 2007
Troubleshooting 10101043 and 10101044 Errors in Access Manager (appnote)
In this AppNote, Neil Cashell explains in detail how to deal with 10101043 and 10101044 errors that occur in Access Manager, as well as setting up a circle of trust between the Liberty Service Provider and the Liberty Identity Server.
12 Sep 2007
Identity Manager in Leaders' Quadrant for User Positioning (feature)
This evaluation by Gartner, Inc. is based on completeness of vision and ability to execute. Find out more here ...
12 Sep 2007
ATT Training Update (feature)
Check out these new training opportunities from Novell ATT ...
12 Sep 2007
Workaround for -404 Error in iManager (tip)
This tip by Geoff Carman helps you solve a -404 error in iManager that actually stems from a Firefox bug.
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
IDM Notes Driver and Association Values (tip)
Why does the Notes driver always publishes association values in IDM? Perry Nuffer provides a few answers here ...
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.
5 Sep 2007
Using SecureLogin Scripting to Enable Quick Finder Login for Web Single Sign-On (appnote)
This AppNote by Girish Mutt provides an overview of how to use NSL scripts to enable Quick Finder searches with SSO.
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 Notes Driver Error "Operation stopped at your request" (tip)
Perry Nuffer provides some insight on a curious error with the Lotus Notes driver for Identity Manager.
5 Sep 2007
Creating a Unique CN from the IDM UserApp (tip)
Rob Schneider adds a twist to Rudy Duym's AppNote, helping you compare a CN against all those in a tree.
5 Sep 2007
Solving SecureLogin Startup Issues (tip)
SecureLogin taking too long to start up? Aaron White shares a script that addresses several logon issues ...
5 Sep 2007
Driver Filter Reset for AD and IDM (tip)
Father Ramon explains how to work with a filter to get it to make AD or policies authoritative on create events but not on modify events.
5 Sep 2007
Avoiding MySQL "Noise" with Audit (tip)
Jason Doering share a simple tip for avoiding excessive MySQL activity when you install Audit.
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
Populating the AD Home Directory Field with IDM (tip)
Tim Edmonds shares an XML example that helps you get your AD Home Directory field populated, using Identity Manager.
5 Sep 2007
Forcing a Mirror on AD Synchronization (tip)
Here's a tip from Father Ramon that forces a move event when DNs in AD accounts are not the same.
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
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 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
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
Moving Users Between Containers on both eDirectory and AD (tip)
David Gersic explains a strategy for moving a user from one container to another, on both eDirectory and AD systems.
29 Aug 2007
Audit Starter Pack: Installation, Configuration and Usage Instructions (appnote)
This AppNote by Chris Premo provides a complete guide to successfully installing, configuring, and using the Novell Audit Starter Pack.
29 Aug 2007
Fixing Multiple Interface Problems with Tomcat on Novell Access Manager 3.0.1 (tip)
Mike Faris and Neil Cashell team up to solve a few tricky issues with Tomcat on Access Manager.
29 Aug 2007
Installer for Password Synchronization Filters on AD - IDM Tested Version: 3.5.0 (tool)
This script installs Password Synchronization filters into a Microsoft Active Directory environment.
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.
29 Aug 2007
Troubleshooting Lotus Notes Driver Issues (tip)
Perry Nuffer returns with this timely tip for solving a startup problem with the Lotus Notes driver on Linux, Solaris, and AIX.
29 Aug 2007
Moving Users Between Containers on both eDirectory and AD (tip)
David Gersic explains a strategy for moving a user from one container to another, on both eDirectory and AD systems.
29 Aug 2007
Handling Move Events and Associations with the Loopback Driver (tip)
Here's a tip from Lothar Haeger that helps you use associations on move events, with the IDM loopback driver.
29 Aug 2007
Using Delays with the Workorder Driver (tip)
Father Ramon shares some sample code for implementing timed delays in the IDM Workorder driver.
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
Using the Time Tokens in IDM 3.5 (feature)
Geoff Carman explains how to use two of the cool new features of Identity Manager 3.5 - the Time and Convert Time tokens. *Update - Test Button information added*
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
Using the JDBC Driver and Direct SQL (feature)
This article from Geoff Carman shows you how to issue SQL calls from Policy Builder in Identity Manager.
22 Aug 2007
Using Multiple eDir-to-eDir Drivers (tip)
Dave Gersic explains how to run multiple eDir-to-eDir drivers in IDM, with a graphical representation included.
22 Aug 2007
Using the JDBC IDM Driver with Custom Descriptor Files (tip)
Geoff Carman explains how to work around a loading problem when you are using custom descriptor files with the JDBC driver.
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.
21 Aug 2007
Success Story: Johnson Matthey, GroupWise, and BorderManager (feature)
Learn how Johnson Matthey, a leader in advanced materials technology, provided secure and reliable access to intranets, extranets, and the Internet with a solution including Novell GroupWise and Novell BorderManager.
15 Aug 2007
Configuring and Troubleshooting SAML 1.1 with Novell Access Manager (appnote)
This AppNote by Bart Andries explains configuration and troubleshooting options for implementing SAML 1.1 in your environment.
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.
15 Aug 2007
Using the Work Order Driver in IDM (feature)
Geoff Carman provides an overview of the new Work Order driver in IDM 3.5, including strategies for how and why to use it.
15 Aug 2007
Troubleshooting XML Validation in Access Manager (feature)
Here's a helpful guide to solving XML validation problems with Novell Access Manager, courtesy of Neil Cashell.
15 Aug 2007
New from Novell Downloads: Novell Client Login Extension for IDM 3.5 (feature)
Check out the new Novell Client Login Extension for IDM 3.5, at download.novell.com ...
15 Aug 2007
IDM JDBC Driver and Third-Party JDBC Driver Versioning (tip)
Geoff Carman explains how to get proper version matching between the IDM JDBC driver and an Oracle JDBC driver.
15 Aug 2007
Solving Trace File Overwrites in IDM (tip)
Thorsten Schloesser explains how to keep your IDM trace files intact, without being overwritten.
15 Aug 2007
Auxiliary Classes and Identity Manager (tip)
Here's a tip from Geoff Carman that helps you avoid problems with missing mandatory Auxilliary classes in Identity Manager.
8 Aug 2007
Active Directory Driver Basics (appnote)
This AppNote by Aaron Burgemeister provides a comprehensive guide to getting the Microsoft Active Directory (MAD) driver working smoothly with Identity Manager.
8 Aug 2007
Changing Ports in Novell Access Manager 3.0.1 (feature)
If you're faced with changing ports with Access Manager, this step-by-step guide from Mike Faris should come in handy.
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
Configuring Single Sign On for iFolder 3.6 Server Web Access using Novell Access Manager (appnote)
This AppNote from R Anupkumar helps you implement single sign-on for Web access of the iFolder server.
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.
8 Aug 2007
Solving RDP Issues on Remote Loader (tip)
This tip from Geoff Carman demonstrates a simple way to get NDSTrace and other options working, when you're connected via RDP.
8 Aug 2007
Sending Only Inserts, Not Updates, to AS400 via IDM (tip)
Jason Elsberry shows how to use XSLT to send insert queries to the database, not updates.
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
2 Aug 2007
IDM Status Monitor v1.1 (tool)
At a glance, allows you to see the current status of any and all of your IDM drivers.
1 Aug 2007
Password Transformation Rule Sets (appnote)
In this AppNote, Geoff Carman takes a detailed look at the policies in the default IDM 3.5 driver sets, adding comments and useful tips.
1 Aug 2007
Upgrading to IDM 3.5 with Multiple eDirectory Instances (feature)
Aaron Burgemeister shares tips and strategies for upgrading IDM when you have multiple instances of eDirectory that you are running.
1 Aug 2007
Setting Up Scope/Role Relationships in IDM (tip)
Here's a tip from Ofer Gigi that helps you establish attribute relationships between scopes and roles in the eDirectory schema.
1 Aug 2007
Accessing a Custom Java Method from IDM (tip)
This tip from Lothar Haeger shows you how to access a custom Java method from Identity Manager.
1 Aug 2007
Open Call - Rules that Need Updating when Migrating to IDM 3.5 (tip)
If you've found a rule that needs to updated for an IDM 2.x or 3.x driver so it works better with IDM 3.5, Geoff Carman wants to know ...
1 Aug 2007
Checking Synchronization between eDirectory Trees (tip)
Jeff Johnson shares a few IDM rules that help you determine whether passwords have been synchronized.
1 Aug 2007
Extracting a Second Entry in a Multi-Valued Attribute (tip)
Father Ramon shares a policy that finds and extracts the second entry in a multi-valued attribute.
30 Jul 2007
iManager Plugin UnInstall Tool (tool)
Command Line Tool to UnInstall iManager Plugin NPM Build.
30 Jul 2007
iManager Plugin Roles and Tasks (tool)
Command Line Tool to get the Roles and Tasks mapping provided by iManager Plugin NPM build.
30 Jul 2007
iManager Plugin Manifest Information and Comparison (tool)
Command Line Tool to view and compare the Manifest file(s) in iManager Plugin NPM(s) Build.
30 Jul 2007
iManager Plugin (NPM) Install (tool)
Command Line Tool to install iManager Plugin NPM Build.
30 Jul 2007
iManager Plugin (NPM) Resource File Comparison (tool)
Command Line Tool to compare the resource (properties) file(s) in iManager Plugin NPM Build.
25 Jul 2007
Password Complexity Auditing Driver (tool)
Prints out a .csv file that describe the properties of objects' passwords without actually showing the passwords.
25 Jul 2007
Fill Password Java Data Injection Module for NAM (appnote)
In this AppNote, Bart Andries explains how to configure SSO securely, with a combination of the NMAS Toolkit and his custom Java Data Injection module.
25 Jul 2007
Upgrading the Notes Driver Shim in IDM 3.5 (feature)
This article by Geoff Carman sheds light on some useful tips for when you upgrade the Notes Driver shim in Identity Manager 3.5.
25 Jul 2007
Success Story: Southwest University for Nationalities (feature)
Learn how China's Southwest University for Nationalities used an array or Novell products to establish a comprehensive single sign-on system.
25 Jul 2007
Designer and XML Validation (tip)
Here's a tip by Geoff Carman that points out some "stupid XML tricks" and how to avoid them when using Designer for IDM.
25 Jul 2007
Syncing an Attribute from Notes to eDirectory after Create (tip)
Perry Nuffer shares a policy that helps synchronize an attribute back from Notes to eDirectory after it is created.
25 Jul 2007
Policy example for Association Problems when Updating the i5os Bidirectional Driver to IDM 3.5 (tip)
Jeff Bate provides a policy for changing driver associations to lowercase, helping overcome a previous driver bug in IDM.
25 Jul 2007
Setting the Notes ID Password in IDM 3.5 (tip)
Geoff Carman explains how to get access to the Notes ID file via IDM 3.5, in order to set the user password.
25 Jul 2007
BorderManager Filters Database 2.4 (tool)
Monitor changes in BorderManager filters file.
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.
19 Jul 2007
Identity Manager Form Script API (appnote)
This AppNote by Rudy Duym provides a comprehensive overview and API for Identity Manager's powerful Form Script tool.
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.
18 Jul 2007
Removing Identity Manager v3.5 from a NetWare 6.5 Server (feature)
Mike Faris describes how to remove an instance of the IDM Engine from your NetWare Server.
18 Jul 2007
Comparing Identity Manager to Microsoft MIIS (tip)
How does Microsoft MIIS stack up against Novell Identity Manager? Here are a few thoughts from Johann Akerstrom ...
18 Jul 2007
Limitation to AS400 Driver Support in IDM (tip)
Geoff Carman explains a problem with bidirectional synchronization between IDM and i5os for AS400 - and how to avoid it.
18 Jul 2007
Results of Open Call: Driver Association Descriptions (tip)
Here are some additional IDM driver association descriptions, sent in by Brent Kynaston, Vijayakumar Eppodumvendran, Arindam Laha, and Ofer Gigi.
18 Jul 2007
Date Conversion Rule for Policy Builder (tip)
Michel Bluteau shares a handy date conversion rule that gets a date into eDirectory format.
18 Jul 2007
Using Multiple Servers for Driversets (tip)
Aaron Burgemeister shars some advice on assigning multiple servers to an Identity Manager driverset.
18 Jul 2007
Solving License Activation Issues on IDM 3.5 (tip)
Geoff Carman explains a "gotcha" with the IDM 3.5 licensing model and how to take care of it.
18 Jul 2007
Closing a Workflow Request Based on a Directory Query (tip)
This tip from Rudy Duym helps you automatically close an IDM workflow request form, based on the result of a directory query.
18 Jul 2007
Association Problems when Updating the i5os Bidirectional Driver to IDM 3.5 (tip)
Here's another workaround tip from Geoff Carman, helping you avoid upper/lowercase issues in driver association values.
13 Jul 2007
NDSRepair for UNIX Menu Wrapper (tool)
NDSRepair is a UNIX command-line utility used to check and repair the NDS database.
13 Jul 2007
SplitXML for SecureLogin (tool)
Utility to create individual SecureLogin import files from SecureLogin export files containing multiple application definitions, policies or preferences.
11 Jul 2007
Configuring Secure Identity Federation in Novell Access Manager (appnote)
This AppNote from Aruna Kumari explains Identity Federation and how to get it configured securely in Novell Access Manager.
11 Jul 2007
Decrypting SSL Traffic to Troubleshoot NAM (appnote)
In this AppNote, Bart Andries describes how you can overcome the challenges of Troubleshooting Novell Access Manager when SSL is enabled.
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.
11 Jul 2007
Remote Network Traces on NAM with Linux (tip)
Bart Andries shares a script that does the setup work so you can run run remote network traces on Novell Access Manager.
11 Jul 2007
Getting the Current Time into the UserApp Flow (tip)
This tip from Martyn Durrant shows you how to get the current time into a UserApp flowdata variable.
11 Jul 2007
Cool Blog: Domain Services for Windows (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Jaimon Jose explains the benefits of the new Domain Services for Windows feature of OES 2, applied to eDirectory and Active Directory.
11 Jul 2007
Setting Passwords with the Notes Driver on a Remote Share (tip)
You can get remote access to ID files through the Notes driver, thanks to this tip from Geoff Carman.
11 Jul 2007
Adding UserApp Buttons, with Form Scripts or HTML (tip)
Rudy Duym explains how to use a form script function in UserApp to add a text or image button.
11 Jul 2007
Solving Account Disabled Issues with the AS400 Bidirectional Driver (tip)
Geoff Carman shares a rule that allows a disable action to flow from AS400 to eDirectory.
11 Jul 2007
Form Field Visibility after a Workflow Task is Claimed (tip)
This tip from Rudy Duym shows how to make a form field appear only after a workflow task is claimed.
5 Jul 2007
Best Practices for IDM 3.5 Form Script (feature)
Rudy Duym shares and explains three best practices for using and organizing the form script for IDM 3.5 workflows.
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
Setting Up a Loopback Driver with a Group Entitlement for eDirectory (tip)
Father Ramon provides a configuration for a loopback driver with a group entitlement for eDirectory.
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 ...
5 Jul 2007
Workflow Tips for Identity Manager (tip)
Here are some practical tips for getting the most from your IDM workflow routines, courtesy of Rudy Duym.
5 Jul 2007
Open Call - IDM Association Values for eDirectory Objects (tip)
Geoff Carman wants to get a complete list of the available association values for eDirectory objects in IDM - and you can help by joining this Open Call ...
5 Jul 2007
Getting IESSO Debugging Data to Appear with NSL (tip)
Here's a troubleshooting tip that helps restore IESSO debugging data that has disappeared.
5 Jul 2007
Multiple-Entry Fields and AD Synchronization (tip)
This tip from Dave Simons solves a common AD syncronization problem with multiple-entry fields.
5 Jul 2007
Good Grammar - and IDM Rules (tip)
Sometimes being good is bad - at least when it comes to grammar habits and IDM rules, as Geoff Carman explains ...
5 Jul 2007
Associating Users Based on Group Membership (tip)
Father Ramon shares a simple approach to associating eDirectory users based on their membership in a group.
27 Jun 2007
Using the GroupWise Post Office Record Count with IDM (feature)
David Gersic shows how to use the Post Office Record Count feature in Identity Manager to keep post offices "full" of users.
27 Jun 2007
IDM Pushback Rule for Password Changes (tip)
Here's a handy IDM rule from Jeff Johnson that pushes back a password when certain criteria are met.
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
Finding Missing NBM Filters after Upgrades (tip)
Craig Johnson explains what to do when you lose BorderManager filters after an upgrade to NetWare or NBM.
27 Jun 2007
Storing Multiple Attribute Changes in a Single Document, with the Notes Driver (feature)
Here's a tip and some sample code from Perry Nuffer that helps you get your changing attributes into one request.
27 Jun 2007
Summary List of Assets in Sentinel (tip)
Jorge Osorio describes a process you can use to list the available assets in Sentinel 5's ActiveViews.
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.
27 Jun 2007
Showing and Hiding Action Buttons from a UserApp ECMA Script (tip)
Rudy Duym explains how to show and hide buttons from a UserApp ECMA Script.
21 Jun 2007
Utility to help remove NCS/BCC, NSS, and ARK iManager plugins (tool)
This utility will remove the files on disk for the NCS/BCC, NSS, and ARK iManager plugins.
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
Quick Setup for eDirectory and AD Synch with IDM (feature)
Here's a step-by-step guide for getting the setup done for eDirectory and AD synchronization, courtesy of Aaron Burgemeister.
20 Jun 2007
Reusing ESM ActiveView Filters in Sentinel (feature)
Pascal Oetiker describes how to reuse filters in the Active Views feature of Novell Sentinel.
20 Jun 2007
Testing Collectors in Sentinel 6 (feature)
Pascal Oetiker shares a prcedure for testing Sentinel Collectors, using the Sentinel 6 Syslog service and telnet.
20 Jun 2007
ATT Training Update (feature)
Check out the latest training offerings from Novell ATT ...
20 Jun 2007
Setting Extended Attributes with Storage Manager (tip)
This tip helps you go about setting the extended attributes for Storage Manager directories, including Delete Inhibit and Rename Inhibit.
20 Jun 2007
Locating Proxy Servers with BorderManager Logs (tip)
Daniel Griswold shares his strategies for locating problem proxy servers, using BorderManager logs.
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 ...
20 Jun 2007
Blocking Proxy Web Sites that Bypass Filters (tip)
David Pickett shares a few tips and a list for blocking those sneaky proxy sites that are bypassing your filters.
20 Jun 2007
Handling Form Queries with IDM UserApp (tip)
Rudy Duym explains how to get the proper return values when using form queries with the IDM UserApp.
20 Jun 2007
Importing Overlay Configurations in Designer (tip)
Here's a tip from Brady Rogers that helps you import overlay configurations in Designer for IDM.
18 Jun 2007
Process Heap Viewer (tool)
Tool to efficiently enumerate process heaps on Windows.
16 Jun 2007
RTMonitor 5.0.3 (tool)
Monitor BorderManager User Activity in real time.
13 Jun 2007
WorkOrder Details (appnote)
In this AppNote, Aaron Burgemeister explains the inner "workings" of the WorkOrder driver, complete with tree design strategies, code samples, and test details.
13 Jun 2007
Creating a User CIFS Share Path in Active Directory (feature)
This article from Charles Short provides a solution for getting CIFS share paths created automatically for users, in complex environments.
13 Jun 2007
New from download.novell.com - Client Login Extension for IDM 3.5 (tip)
Check out the new Client Login Extension for Identity Manager 3.5, available on download.novell.com ...
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
Workaround for Installing NBM 3.9 (tip)
If you've experienced problems with the BorderManager 3.9 upgrade installation, these pointers from Chris Mosentine should make things a bit easier.
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.
13 Jun 2007
More about the Veto Command for Scoping Events (tip)
Geoffrey Carman handles an exception to the Veto rule in this tip.
13 Jun 2007
Using Multi-Language GroupWise Scripts with NSL (tip)
Need to run multiple languages in the GroupWise client, via NSL? David Guest has a simple solution for the problem.
13 Jun 2007
Transforming the Home Directory Attribute (tip)
Father Ramon is back with a tip that helps transform the Home Directory attribute involving the eDir-to-eDir driver in IDM.
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
Configuring IDM to Synchronize with an ADAM Instance (appnote)
In this AppNote, Steve Trottier gives a detailed explanation of how you can configure an Identity Manager driver to synchronize with an ADAM (Active Directory Application Mode) instance.
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
Blocking Proxy Server Sites with NBM (tip)
Tired of adding proxies to block lists to keep up with crafty students? This tip from Rod Urquhart shows how to deny about 90% of proxy server sites at once.
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
Dual Server Configuration Tip for BorderManager (tip)
This tip from James Gosling helps you get dual NBM servers running, each working independently as a fully functional proxy server.
6 Jun 2007
Setting Up a LAG Cluster with NAM (tip)
Gert Vanden Berghe explains how to get a LAG (Link Aggregation Group) cluster set up with Novell Access Manager.
6 Jun 2007
Using Links with iMonitor Tracing (tip)
Here's a way to make iMonitor tracing simpler and more convenient, courtesy of V.M. Luotonen.
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 ...
5 Jun 2007
Trapper 4.0.0 (tool)
Controller/analyzer of HTTP traffic for users of Novell BorderManager.
30 May 2007
Novell Announces Availability of Sentinel 6 (feature)
Read about the newest release of Novell's enterprise-class security solution, Sentinel 6.
30 May 2007
Upgrading from SecureLogin v3 to v3.5 for Lotus Notes (feature)
Peter Hine shares some customized updates to the Protocom upgrade script for SecureLogin and Lotus Notes.
30 May 2007
IDM Support for Exchange 2007 (tip)
Although Exchange 2007 support for Identity Manager is not yet here, this workaround from Yancey Yeargan shows us what we can do in the meantime ...
30 May 2007
DMZ Configuration with Access Manager (tip)
Here's a graphic look at cofiguring your DMZ with Novell Access Manager, courtesy of Ben Walter.
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
Synchronization with the Remote Loader on the Domain Controller (tip)
If you're synchronizing eDirectory with AD, using the Remote Loader on the Domain Controller is a good idea, as Aaron Burgemeister explains.
30 May 2007
Using the INF Installer with the IDM AD Driver (tip)
Lothar Haeger shows how to get the filter DLL properly installed on Domain Controllers, with Identity Manager 3.5.
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 ...
30 May 2007
Retrieving Date/Time Text Strings via Java (tip)
Need to get date and time in a text string, via Java? Dave Gersic has an XML policy that helps with date formatting.
30 May 2007
Removing Values from the Network Address Field (tip)
The Network Address should get cleared of data - but when it doesn't, this tip from Lothar Haeger should come in handy.
23 May 2007
Cool Blog: Workorder Introduction (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Novell's Aaron Burgemeister gives you a first-hand look at the strange and wonderful world of the new IDM WorkOrder driver.
23 May 2007
AD Password Synch with IDM 3.5 (tip)
Father Ramon explains how IDM 3.5 policies can access and take advantage of external data sources in password synchronization.
23 May 2007
Getting Group Membership, eDirectory to Active Directory (tip)
Jim Willeke shares some advice and some sample code for doing user group assignments, based on OU attribute matching.
23 May 2007
Certificate Renewal Tips for IDM Drivers (tip)
Here are some pointers from David Gersic and Yancey Yeargan on avoiding certificate hassles with IDM drivers.
23 May 2007
Generating Unique 8-Character CN's (tip)
Father Ramon shares a sample policy that helps generate unique CN's that are a maximum of 8 characters.
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.
23 May 2007
Using the ambkup.sh Backup Tool for Access Manager (tip)
In this tip, Gert Vanden Bergh shows how to get the ambkup.sh backup tool running, with the help of a defbkparm.sh file.
23 May 2007
Setting Longer Solaris Passwords with IDM (tip)
Here's a tip from Jeremy Grieshop that explains how to set Unix Solaris passwords that are longer than 8 characters.
22 May 2007
BMgrSaver v2.1. (tool)
Fulfills backup and restore of BorderManager Access Rules of the BorderManager server.
18 May 2007
Blackbird DeTroubler for eDirectory & Active Directory (tool)
Rapid online recovery for eDirectory & Active Directory.
16 May 2007
Oracle Triggerless/Scalable Driver for IDM (appnote)
In this AppNote, Michel Bluteau explains how to create an Oracle triggerless driver for IDM 3.5 that's scalable and effective.
16 May 2007
Setting Notes User Passwords with NotesDriverShim v3.5 (feature)
Novell's Perry Nuffer is back with a detailed explanation on setting passwords using the Lotus Notes NotesDriverShim v3.5 for IDM.
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
Blocking Google Searches via NBM Proxies (tip)
Daniel Griswold helps us stay one step ahead of those crafty students looking to bypass blocking filters ...
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
Setting and Updating a Counter Value from an IDM Policy (tip)
Jim Willeke's site is worth checking out - this tip explains how to update Global Configuration Values.
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
DoubleCheck Integrates Novell Sentinel and Identity Manager (feature)
DoubleCheck has integrated Novell Security and Identity Management Products, including Novell Sentinel and Identity Manager, into its Governance, Risk, Compliance and Testing Solution Suite. Find out more here ...
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
IDM 3.5 Work Order Driver Example: Inactivating and Deleting Users (feature)
Fred Patterson shares sample code examples for building an IDM Work Order driver of your own.
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
Avoiding Startup Vetos with Scoping Rules (tip)
Here's a tip from Geoff Carman that helps you apply scoping to your IDM driver without inadvertently vetoing the driver startup.
9 May 2007
AD / eDirectory Password Synchronization Tip (tip)
Father Ramon shares some advice and sample code for synchronizing Active Directory and eDirectory passwords with Identity Manager.
9 May 2007
Troubleshooting Tomcat behind iChain (tip)
Ryan Seale shares a few pointers on getting Tomcat running smoothly behind your iChain implementation.
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
iManager Objects to Manage SLP (tool)
iManager 2.6 Objects to Manage SLP
2 May 2007
IDM 3.5 Synchronization to the Production Tree and Testing LDAP Searches (appnote)
Mike Faris concludes his three-part series on synchronization with Identity Manager 3.5.
2 May 2007
Novell Wins Five Info Security Products Guide Excellence Awards (feature)
Users vote Novell identity, security and resource management solutions Best in Class ...
2 May 2007
Myth about TCP Port 443 and Novell Access Manager 3.0 SSLVPN (tip)
Can Access Manager run on TCP port 443? Chendil Kumar provides the answer ...
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
Placing Users in Contexts with the IDM Mapping Table (tip)
David Gersic shares an placement rule that uses the IDM mapping table to get eDirectory users into a target context.
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.
2 May 2007
Support for Oracle jInitiator with SecureLogin (tip)
Here's a tip from David Guest that helps you get jInitiator working with your Java-enabled NSL.
26 Apr 2007
IDM 3.5 pwfilter.dll updater INF (tool)
INF installer updates pwfilter.dll and associated files.
25 Apr 2007
IDM 3.5 Metrics Client Demo (tool)
Demo shows how IDM 3.5 Metrics Webservice can be used to generate a dashboard that can be used to monitor/evaluate workflow performance.
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
Multi-National Company Deploys eControl to Manage Network Growth and Prepare for IDM 3 (feature)
A leading multi-national marketing company is upgrading to eControl 2.5 to provide delegated user account management for the network systems it acquires during its agressive growth through acquisition strategy. Read more about how it uses eControl to provide web-based, ZERO-Rights, delegated user account management in preparation to deploy its global Novell IDM solution.
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
Honeywell to Integrate Novell's Identity Management Solution (feature)
Learn how the Honeywell Corporation is taking advantage of Novell Identity Manager to strengthen its access control security platform.
25 Apr 2007
Response: Tracking Admin Passwords (tip)
Geoff Carman responds to the Cool Solutions Open Call for advice about tracking admin passwords.
25 Apr 2007
Using Custom Notes Fields in IDM (tip)
Perry Nuffer shares an example policy for storing data in a custom Notes field using Identity Manager.
25 Apr 2007
Entitlements vs. Attribute Changes (tip)
Lothar Haegar shares some insights on whether to use entitlements or attribute changes to grant and revoke resources in connected systems.
25 Apr 2007
Redirecting with the Access Gateway Authorization Policy (tip)
Jason Sabin shares a tip for redirecting an Access Manager error message to the UserApp workflow page.
25 Apr 2007
Dealing with GroupType Fields in Notes (tip)
Perry Nuffer explains how to work around a problem with how GroupType fields are default-filled using the IDM Notes driver.
18 Apr 2007
Sentinel Collector for Apache Access Logs (tool)
Sentinel Collector that parses and normalizes events received from Apache 2 Access Logs (running on SLES10).
18 Apr 2007
Setting up eDirectory to eDirectory Drivers using Identity Manager 3.5 (feature)
Mike Faris continues his series of articles on how to set up and use eDir-to-eDir drivers with IDM 3.5.
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
Migrating Users from AD to the ID Vault (tip)
Father Ramon shares a policy rule that helps you migrate your Active Directory users to the Identity Vault in IDM.
18 Apr 2007
Checking for Blank Attributes in DirXML (tip)
Father Ramon shares a sample policy rule that checks for blank attributes in DirXML variables.
18 Apr 2007
Using the WorkOrder Driver in IDM (tip)
Perrin Blanchard shares some advice and examples for using the IDM WorkOrder driver effectively.
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
Placing DNs in Multi-Valued Attributes (tip)
Here's a tip from Father Ramon that helps you get DNs and place them into multi-valued attributes.
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.
18 Apr 2007
Getting Language Templates to Appear in Designer 2.0 (tip)
Need Designer templates in other languages? Novell's Marvin Dean explains how to get them to show up properly.
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
Identity Manager Wins Readers' Choice Award (feature)
Novell has received the Readers' Choice Award for Identity and Access Management - get the details here ...
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
New from Download.Novell.Com (feature)
Here's the info on new Novell product components you can download fron Novell.com, including the JMS driver for Identity Manager, the IDM Provisioning Module, and the BorderManager 3.8 Eval version.
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.
11 Apr 2007
Completing a SecureLogin Install without Admin Login (feature)
Kevin Prior explains how to bypass the additional admin login needed by the SecureLogin install process.
11 Apr 2007
Tutorial: Using Sentinel's Exploit Detection (feature)
Pascal Oetiker walks us through the process for using Sentinel's powerful exploit detection feature, handling system attack and alert information.
11 Apr 2007
Mapping CN to Full Name with the Notes Driver (tip)
In this tip, Geoff Carman explains how to control the information that gets synced to eDirectory through the IDM Notes driver.
10 Apr 2007
Sentinel Collector for SLES 10 (tool)
Sentinel Collector parses and normalizes events received from SLES 10 by syslog.
4 Apr 2007
IDM 3.5 - Update on New Features (feature)
Here's a walkthrough of some of the cool new features in Identity Manager 3.5, courtesy of Geoff Carman.
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
Configure SLED 10 Single Sign-On LDAP / Kerberos Authentication to Active Directory on Windows Server 2003 (feature)
Shannon VanWagner explains how to configure SLED 10 Single Sign-On LDAP / Kerberos Authentication to Active Directory on Windows Server 2003 R2 with UID/GID mapping via LDAP.
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
Load Balancing and Performance with BorderManager (tip)
Craig Johnson explains some basic concepts about load balancing and increasing performance with BorderManager systems.
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.
3 Apr 2007
Placing New Groupwise Accounts in Two PO Objects, by Name, with IDM (tip)
Here's a tip from Aaron Burgemeister that helps you use Identity Manager to put a new GroupWise account into two different Post Office objects.
30 Mar 2007
BMrules (tool)
View and save the outgoing rules of BorderManager.
28 Mar 2007
Identity Manager 3.5 Preview: They Did It Again ... (feature)
Michel Bluteau is back with an in-depth review of the new Identity Manager 3.5.
28 Mar 2007
Using the IDM Delimited Text Driver (tip)
David Gersic shares some insights on using the Uniqe ID and Expiration Time fields with the IDM delimited text driver.
28 Mar 2007
Load-Balancing Two iChain 2.3 SP5 Boxes - without Session Broker (tip)
In this tip, Steve Bratt shows us how to get load balancing working for two iChain boxes, without using the session broker.
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
Setting a Multiple Mailfile Path with the IDM Notes Driver (tip)
Geoff Carman explains how to get a multiple mailfile path working, along with a sample IDM rule.
28 Mar 2007
Backing Up Third-Party Rules (tip)
Here's a tip that helps you save third-party rules in BorderManager, courtesy of Craig Johnson.
28 Mar 2007
Creating New Notes Users using the Unique Org Unit (tip)
Perry Nuffer shares a sample rule that gets new Notes users created via the Unique Org Unit field.
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 ...
28 Mar 2007
Stripping Data from Attributes, AD to eDirectory (tip)
Father Ramon shares an input transformation rule that chops off unneeded data in Active Directory attributes.
27 Mar 2007
NordicEdge Strong authentication through one time password for Novell Access Manager 3 (tool)
Strong authentication through one time password for Novell Access Manager 3.
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
Introducing Novell Identity Manager 3.5 (feature)
Learn how the new Identity Manager 3.5 offers tighter integration with Novell Access Management and security event monitoring solutions, as it streamlines enterprise user provisioning and password management.
21 Mar 2007
SSL VPN Load Balancing for Access Manager (appnote)
In this AppNote, Chendil Kumar explains how to use the Novell SSL VPN included in Access Manager 3 to provide secure access to non-HTTP based applications inside a corporate network.
21 Mar 2007
Introducing Novell Sentinel 6 (feature)
Learn more about the upcoming Sentinel 6, and how it offers new capabilities in incident response, event source management, correlation and platform support.
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
Dealing with Changing Public IP Addresses in BorderManager (tip)
Switching to new public IP addresses can be a pain ... Caterina Luppi shares a few insights to get BorderManager to handle them well.
21 Mar 2007
Using Names without IDs in Notes (tip)
What good is using names in Notes with the corresponding ID? Novell's Perry Nuffer has some answers ...
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
NAM Open Lab 5: Setting Up RBAC (appnote)
Part 5 of the Open Lab series on Novell Access Manager, by Chris Van Den Abbeele, focuses on Role-Based Access.
14 Mar 2007
Cool Blog: The Next Identity Manager - Flow Control and Variables (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Shon Vella discusses how new flow control actions and local variable capabilities can make your life easier in Identity Manager 3.5.
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
Running Domino Console Commands on Password Change (tip)
This tip from Perry Nuffer explains how you can get set up to run Domino Console commands when a password change comes in from your Identity Vault.
14 Mar 2007
Troubleshooting Audit Logs (tip)
BorderManager expert Craig Johnson shares some helpful troubleshooting tips for CSAUDIT and Audit Logs.
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
Working with eDirectory Containers and Active Directory (tip)
David Gersic has a simple tip for matching and synchronizing eDirectory and Active Directory users.
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
NAM Open Lab 4: Basic Configuration of the Access Gateway (appnote)
Chris Van Den Abbeele continues with his series of Open Labs for Novell Access Manager - this time it's configuring the Access Gateway component.
7 Mar 2007
Cool Blog: The Next Identity Manager - Libraries for Shared Policies and Resources (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Shon Vella gives us a glimpse into a powerful new feature in the upcoming Identity Manager version - Libraries for shared policies and resources.
7 Mar 2007
Novell Open Audio: Access Manager, Part 2 (feature)
Check out the new Novell Open Audio segment on Access Manager, featuring Lee Howarth and a lead engineer from Novell.
7 Mar 2007
Managing AD Group Placement (tip)
Father Ramon shares a policy for automatically placing a group into Active Directory via the eDir to AD driver, without using RBE.
7 Mar 2007
SAP Script for NSL (tip)
Here's an SAP script for NSL 6.01 from Michael Kimble that recognize the main SAP logon window and fills in the username and password fields.
7 Mar 2007
Placing a Web Server in an NBM DMZ (tip)
Caterina Luppi has a simple tip for setting up a Web server in a BorderManager DMZ.
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.
2 Mar 2007
DirXML Fault Tolerance Manager (tool)
Monitor DirXML Drivers status in a single engine environment and control multiple DirXML Drivers in a dual engine environment, to assure Fault Tolerance.
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
Dynamic Groups and the RBE Driver (feature)
Father Ramon explains the challenges associated with managing dynamic groups in Identity Manager, and how the RBE driver can help.
28 Feb 2007
Search Exclusions in NSL (tip)
David Guest shares a simple tip for excluding certain pages from a SecureLogin search.
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
Adding a Default Attribute to a Document (tip)
Here's a sample IDM rule from Father Ramon that helps you add a default attribute to a document.
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.
28 Feb 2007
Creating an Exchange Mailbox from IDM (tip)
Here's a tip that helps you create an Exchange mailbox using Identity Manager 3.
21 Feb 2007
NAM Open Lab 3: Configuring Identity Server, LDAP User Store, Device Manager (appnote)
In this AppNote, Chris Van Den Abbeele explains how to configure your Novell Access Manager test system for Identity Server, LDAP User Store, and Device Manager.
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
Using the Address Book Mode in Lotus Notes (tip)
Novell's Perry Nuffer describes the features and behaviors of the Address Book mode for the IDM driver for Notes.
21 Feb 2007
Using iChain to Protect a Sharepoint Site (tip)
Cool Solutions reader Jim Goodall explains how you can configure your iChain and Sharepoint servers, so that the Sharepoint site is protected.
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
Checking Password Sync between Systems, in Bulk (tip)
Here's an IDM policy for checking synchronization on large numbers of passwords, courtesy of Lothar Haeger.
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.
19 Feb 2007
Generic File Driver for IDM (tool)
Pluggable generic file driver currently supporting read/write of CSV, XML and XLS.
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
NAM Open Lab 2: Setting Up Test/Demo Websites (appnote)
Chris Van Den Abbeele is back with Part 2 of his Novell Access Manager Open Lab series - this time, it's setting up test web sites to work with NAM.
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
Monitoring Identity Manager with Novell Audit (feature)
Jeff Johnson shares a guide for getting Novell Audit set up to monitor your Identity Manager transactions.
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.
14 Feb 2007
Novell Previews Next-Generation Identity and Security Management Solutions (feature)
The new releases of Sentinel and Identity Manager underscore Novell's Ongoing Innovation and Leadership. Get the details in this press release.
14 Feb 2007
Loading JBoss and MySQL with the IDM User Application (tip)
V. M. Luotonen shares a step-by-step process for getting JBoss and MySQL to start as services with the IDM User Application.
14 Feb 2007
Avoiding Empty Attributes in Identity Manager (tip)
Here's a tip from Father Ramon that helps you avoid empty attributes in Identity Manager XML docs.
13 Feb 2007
Update (tool)
Windows Utility to replace XCopy/NCopy.
12 Feb 2007
LDAP Count Script (tool)
This script is useful for benchmarking, performance testing, and debugging.
7 Feb 2007
Synchronizing GroupWise and eDirectory Passwords via IDM (appnote)
In this AppNote, Dave Simons walks us through the steps for installing the GroupWise Driver for IDM and synching an eDirectory Password with a GroupWise account.
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
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
IR1 for Novell Access Manager is Available (feature)
Get the details on the new release of Novell Access Manager here ...
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.
7 Feb 2007
Installing IDM ... on Windows 2003 or OES Linux? (feature)
Which is the better place to install Identity Manger - Windows 2003 or OES Linux? Find out what a few Forum members have to say ...
31 Jan 2007
Network Security: Test-Drive Your Firewall Solution (appnote)
In this AppNote, Gary Childers provides a practical way to test-drive the Novell Security Manager firewall solution, from the comfort of your own lab.
31 Jan 2007
Changing Default Policies in Identity Manager (appnote)
Dave Simons explains how to get your default Identity Manager polices set up the way you like, so you can get immediate user synchronization.
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
Tips for Synchronizing Groups with AD (feature)
Rob Schneider shares a few tips on getting eDirectory and Microsoft AD to play nicely together, when it comes to synchronizing users in Groups.
31 Jan 2007
Using the IDM GroupWise Driver with a GroupWise Cluster (tip)
Axel Larsson explains why using the IDM GroupWise Driver on a GroupWise Cluster works, but can be a rather interesting endeavor ...
31 Jan 2007
Firefox 2 Support for SecureLogin (tip)
Here's a quick tip from Nicholas Lemberger on how to get Firefox 2 working with Novell SecureLogin.
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
Creating New Multi-Valued Groups in IDM (tip)
Father Ramon is back with a tip on handling multi-valued groups with a single Identity Manager rule.
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.
24 Jan 2007
Open Lab: Installing Novell Access Manager (feature)
Chris Van Den Abbeele walks us through the installation and setup of Novell Access Manager, using VMWare.
24 Jan 2007
Cool Blog: Synchronization versus Virtualization (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Volker Scheuber discusses the pros and cons of virtualization and synchronization with IDM.
24 Jan 2007
Moving IDM to a Linux Platform (feature)
Interested in moving your IDM system to Linux? Lothar Haegar and Aaron Burgemeister share some advice and a few tips to make the transition easier.
24 Jan 2007
Using an LDIF to Extend NSL Schema (tip)
David Guest shows how to extend a schema for Novell SecureLogin when using ldapmodify instead of LDAPSchema.
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 ...
24 Jan 2007
Troubleshooting Remote Loader Upgrade Issues (tip)
Geoff Carman has a workaround for old filters for Remote Loader that get left behind during an upgrade to IDM 2 or IDM 3.
24 Jan 2007
Sub-Error Codes for LDAP Error 49 (tip)
There's more to LDAP Error 49 than meets the eye ... find out what the next steps are, thanks to this tip from Geoff Carman.
24 Jan 2007
Mailfile Quota Size Setting Not Replicated on IDM Driver for Lotus Notes (tip)
Novell's Perry Nuffer explains how the mailfile quota size for the Notes driver may get ignored, and what you can do about it ...
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
IDM Password Synch with eDirectory and AD (appnote)
In this AppNote, Dave Simons outlines the tasks for getting Password Synch working between eDirectory and Microsoft AD, using Novell Identity Manager.
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
Success Story: Alvarado Independent School District (feature)
Learn how the Alvarado Independent School District in North Texas developed a comprehensive integration solution, featuring Novell Identity Manager, Novell Storage Manager, and SIF.
17 Jan 2007
Troubleshooting Connection and File Access Problems with Notes (tip)
Here are some helpful troubleshooting tips for problems with the Domino Server and Notes, courtesy of Perry Nuffer.
17 Jan 2007
Setting IDM Transaction Status (tip)
Dave Gersic shares