Creating a Group on HP-UX

Use the following procedure to create a group.

  1. Start SAM by entering

    sam <Enter>

    The utility displays the Main Menu.

  2. From the Main Menu, make the following selections:

    Users and Groups
    Groups

    The utility displays a list of all the groups, their assigned GIDs, and a list of group members.

  3. Move to the menu bar by pressing <F4>.

  4. Select

    Actions
    Add

    The utility displays a form for adding a new group.

  5. Type the group name in the Group Name field and press <Enter>.

  6. Assign members to the group by selecting users from the list.

  7. Move to the OK field and press <Enter>.

    The utility creates the new group, automatically assigns the next available GID, and exits the form.