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NetLinx Security

NetLinx Security

NetLinx Security

NetLinx Masters (version 2.10.80 or later) have built-in security capabilities. It will require a valid user name and password to access the NetLinx System’s Telnet, HTTP and FTP servers.

The security capabilities are configured and applied via a Telnet connection or the NetLinx Master’s RS-232 terminal interface (the DB-9 PROGRAM port on the front panel of the Master).

Always use the Program port when entering potentially sensitive security information. The Telnet server interface exposes this security information to the network in clear text format, which would be rather easy to intercept by an unauthorized client. By using the Program port, there is some level of security during the configuration of the database, due to the physical proximity of the user to the system.

NetLinx Security Features

NetLinx security allows you to define access rights for users or groups.

A "User" represents a single potential client of the NetLinx Master, while a "Group" represents a logical collection of users. Any properties possessed by groups (i.e., access rights, directory associations, etc.) are inherited by all the members of the group.

The following table lists the NetLinx features that the administrator (or other 'qualified' user) may

grant or deny access to.

NetLinx Security Features

NetLinx Master Security Configuration

The user has access to the security configuration commands of the

 

NetLinx Master. Only those users with security configuration access

 

rights granted will have access to the security configuration com-

 

mands.

 

 

Telnet Security

The user has access to the Telnet server functionality. All basic com-

 

mands are available to the user.

 

 

Terminal (PROGRAM port) Security

The user has access to the Terminal (RS232 PROGRAM port) server

 

functionality. All basic commands are available to the user.

 

 

HTTP (web server) Security

The user has access to the HTTP server functionality. Directory asso-

 

ciations assign specific directories/files to a particular user.

 

 

FTP Security

The user has access to the FTP server functionality. Only the adminis-

 

trator account has access to the root directory; all other 'qualified' cli-

 

ents are restricted to the /user/ directory and its 'tree'.

 

 

Security Terms Used in This Document

User

A user is a single potential client of the NetLinx master.

Group

A group is a logical collection of users. Note that any properties possessed by groups (i.e., access rights, directory associations, etc.) are inherited by all of the members of the group.

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Contents NetLinx Central Controllers and Cards NetLinx Master Cards and Modulesinstruction manual NXM-MHS, NXC-M/ME/MPEAMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer NXC-M Master Card Table of ContentsInstallation and Wiring Product Information - NetLinx ModulesNetLinx Security Features ProgrammingNetLinx Security Program Port CommandsLogging Into a Session Default Security ConfigurationSetup Security Main Security MenuNetLinx Master Cards and Modules NXM-MHS Specifications Product Information - NetLinx ModulesNXM-MHS NXM Modules NXM-MHS specificationsProgram Port DIP switch - baud rate settings NXM-MHS Specifications ContSetting the Program Port DIP Switch Baud Rate SettingsProgram Port DIP switch - Program Run Disable PRD mode PRD Mode SettingsDB-9 Program port front panel Program Port Connections/WiringDB-9 Program Port, Pinouts, and Signals 5-Pin Program Port Pinouts and SignalsRear panel LEDs AXLink Modes and front panel LED blink patternsModes and LED Blink Patterns Rear panel LEDs ICSNet/ICSHubRear panel LEDs Ethernet ME and MPE only NXC-M Master Card SpecificationsNXC-M Master Card NXC-M Master Card SpecificationsRear panel components Installing an optional NCP-E Ethernet Card3. Mount the NCP-E to the NXC-M, as shown in FIG NetLinx Master Cards and Modules NXC-ME Specifications NXC-ME Master-Ethernet CardNXC-ME Master-Ethernet Card Standard Port # Ethernet Ports used by the MEEthernet Ports used by the ME Port TypeNXC-MPE Specifications NXC-MPE Master Port Expander CardNXC-MPE Master Port Expander Card FIG. 9 NXC-MPE Card shown mounted in a NXS-MHS Module - rear view SPE Port Connection/WiringEthernet 10/100 LEDs Ethernet 10/100 connector ICSNet connectors/LEDs ICSHub In/Out connectors/LEDsSPE Cable pinout information SPE Connector Pinouts and SignalsNetLinx Master Cards and Modules Mounting the Modules Into an Equipment Rack Installation and WiringMounting the Master Cards in an NXF CardFrame or NXI Preparing/connecting captive wires ICSNet RJ-45 Connections/WiringICSNet RJ-45 Pinouts/Signals Ethernet RJ-45 Pinouts and Signals ICSHub RJ-45 Connections/WiringEthernet 10/100 Base-T RJ-45 Connections/Wiring ISCHub Pinouts and SignalsReplacing the Lithium Batteries Program Port Commands Program Port CommandsProgramming PC COM Port Communication SettingsProgram Port Commands Cont SET TIME Windows client programs ESC Pass CodesNotes on specific Telnet/Terminal clients ESC Pass CodesNetLinx Security Features NetLinx Security FeaturesNetLinx Security Security Terms Used in This DocumentGroup Name PasswordAccess Rights User NameAccessing the Security configuration options Initial Setup via Telnet or Terminal connectionGetting connected If NetLinx master security is not enabled, you will see the following 2 Display system security options for NetLinx master Security Options Menu3 Add user Edit User Menu 4 Edit UserAccess Rights Menu Access Rights MenuEdit User Menu 7 Add Group Access Rights Menu Cont5 Delete user 6 Show the list of authorized usersEdit Group menu Delete directory association Edit Group Menu Add directory association8 Edit Group Edit Group menu Change Access RightsEdit Group menu Display Access Rights Edit Group menu List directory associations10 Show List of Authorized Groups 11 Set Telnet Timeout in seconds12 Display Telnet Timeout in seconds 9 Delete GroupMain Security Menu Main Security MenuMain Security Menu Cont Default Security ConfigurationSecurity Help Menu Options Security Help menuSecurity Help Menu Options Cont Logging Into a SessionSetup Security LogoutHelp Security NetLinx Master Cards and Modules AMX reserves to alter specificationsPanja Inc AMX logo
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