Device Management

OpenLDAP Server Configuration

The main OpenLDAP configuration file, slapd.conf, has to be customized before launching the server. The modifications to the configuration file will do the following:

•Specify the Unicode data directory. The default is ./ucdata.

•Choose the required LDAP schemas. The core schema is mandatory.

•Configure the path for the OpenLDAP pid and args start up files. The first contains the server pid, the second includes command line arguments.

•Choose the database type. The default is bdb (Berkeley DB).

•Specify the server suffix. All entries in the directory will have this suffix, which represents the root of the directory tree. For example, with suffix dc=tripplite,dc=com, the fully qualified name of all entries in the database will end with dc=tripplite,dc=com.

Starting the OpenLDAP Server

To start the OpenLDAP Server, run slapd (the OpenLDAP Server executable file) from the command line. slapd supports a number of command line options, the most important option is the d switch that triggers debug information. For example, a command of slapd -d 256 would start OpenLDAP with a debug level of 256, as shown in the following screenshot:

Note: For details about slapd options and their meanings, refer to the OpenLDAP documentation.

Customizing the OpenLDAP Schema

The schema that slapd uses may be extended to support additional syntaxes, matching rules, attribute types, and object classes. In the case of the B064-Series KVM Switch, the B064-Series KVM Switch User class and the permission attribute are extended to define a new schema. The extended schema file used to authenticate and authorize users logging in to the B064-Series KVM Switch is shown in the figure, below:

•Define the name of the administrator entry for the server (rootdn), along with its password (rootpw). This is the server’s super user. The rootdn name must match the suffix defined above. (Since all entry names must end with the defined suffix, and the rootdn is an entry)

An example configuration file is provided in the figure, below:

LDAP DIT Design and LDIF File

LDAP Data Structure

An LDAP Directory stores information in a tree structure known as the Directory Information Tree (DIT). The nodes in the tree are directory entries, and each entry contains information in attribute- value form. An example of the LDAP directory tree for the B064- Series KVM Switch is shown in the figure, below:

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B064-032-02-IP, B064-016-02-IP, B064-032-04-IP specifications

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The Tripp Lite B064-032-04-IP provides comprehensive KVM switching capabilities, supporting up to 32 servers over IP. This model is perfect for large data centers or IT environments where remote access to multiple systems is necessary. It features a user-friendly web interface that simplifies management, allowing administrators to switch between and control connected systems with ease. Additionally, it includes robust security measures, such as HTTPS and SSH protocols, ensuring that unauthorized access is prevented.

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The B064-032-02-IP strikes a balance between the two, supporting 32 devices while maintaining a streamlined design. This model is particularly appealing for small to midsize organizations that require flexibility to grow without unnecessary complexity.

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