Connect to a Repository

Connecting to a repository in Visual Guard refers to establishing a link between the Visual Guard security system and the database (repository) that stores user identities, roles, permissions, and security configurations. This repository acts as a central storage where all security-related data is managed and retrieved during authentication and authorization processes

Once a repository has been created, it will be listed under VG WinConsole. Before you can perform actions on the repository, you need to connect to it.

Follow the steps below to access a repository on the console

Step 1: Access the VG WinConsole under the path Start > All Programs > Novalys > Visual Guard X.X > Visual Guard Console –> Visual Guard console will open.

Step 2: Select the repository you want to connect to.

Step 3: Use one of the methods below to connect to the selected repository.

• Right click on the Repository in the Left Navigation Panel and select Connect menu from the Popup Menu. (A)
  OR
• Select Connect menu from Action Menu. (B)
  OR
• Click on Click Here (C) link provided in the Right Panel of Visual Guard Console

Step 4: If mixed mode authentication has been enabled in this repository, you will have to choose which mode you will use to connect.

Select the appropriate authentication mode. Depending on the selection of the authentication type the fields will vary.

Please Note: The user has to choose authentication mode only if mixed mode authentication is enabled.

Step 5: Enter the necessary credentials according to the means of login used. Click “OK” to log in the system.

Note: The system will authenticate the credentials and provide you access according to the role assigned to you. If more than one role are assigned to you, the system will grant you the privileges relevant to all the roles.

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