Configuring GFI Directory Service

GFI Directory is a directory of users and groups that integrates with GFI Archiver in environments where there is no Microsoft Active DirectoryA technology that provides a variety of network services, including LDAP-like directory services. available.

GFI Directory can be downloaded from the following link: http://go.gfi.com/?pageid=DIR_Download

To learn how to install and configure GFI Directory consult the GFI Directory Administrator Guide available from: http://go.gfi.com/?pageid=DIR_Help_En

Installing GFI Archiver with GFI Directory

When installing GFI Archiver with GFI Directory, the installation wizard will detect that GFI Directory is installed. If the installed version is older than the one packaged with GFI Archiver you are asked whether to upgrade the installed GFI Directory version or skip the upgrade process. It is highly recommended to upgrade to the most recent version of GFI Directory.

Manage users and groups in GFI Directory

Using GFI Directory, you can create new users and groups, assign administrative rights to users and also reset user passwords.

To access GFI Directory from GFI Archiver:

1. In GFI Archiver, go to Configuration > GFI Directory ServiceGFI Directory is a directory of users and groups that integrates with other GFI Software products in environments where there is no Microsoft Active Directory available..

2. Use administrator credentials to log in GFI Directory.