PADS4 allows integration with Active Directory (AD) to streamline user authentication and management. This is accomplished through the Credentials interface in PADS4 CTRL Center. Follow the steps below to connect your Active Directory instance:

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1. Accessing the PADS4 CTRL Center

To begin:
  • Open your web browser.
  • Navigate to the PADS4 server URL (either a DNS name or IP address).
  • Log in using an Administrator account.
Once logged in:
  • Click on Dashboard.
  • Use the Toggle Sidebar button at the top-right of the screen.
  • Navigate to Credentials.
  • Then select Providers.

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2. Adding an Active Directory Connection

To add Active Directory:
  1. Click + New
  2. Select Identity
  3. Choose Active Directory
You’ll be prompted to fill in the required configuration details:
  • Host Name – The domain name or IP of your AD server.
  • Port – Typically 389 for LDAP or 636 for LDAPS.
  • Use SSL – Enable this toggle if you’re using Secure LDAP (LDAPS).
  • Username – An AD account with read permissions (e.g., admin@domain.local).
  • Password – The password associated with the above account.
Once completed, click Create to finalize the connection.

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3. Managing Users via Active Directory

After successfully connecting:
  • You can now import and manage users from your Active Directory within PADS4.
  • This allows centralized user control and seamless role assignment and authentication.
For more advanced management features, refer to the PADS4 User Management documentation.