pGina Configuration

It is a snap to install pGina. Download the self-extracting pGina and LDAPAuth packages from XPA Systems. Run the installer.

pGina Screenshot

Enter the path and plugin name for LDAPAuth in the "Plugin Path" box. Optionally check the "Show authentication method" box and specify a name to use to identify the realm of your LDAP server, e.g. ebloft.sea. Click "Configure" to set the values for LDAPAuth.

pGina LDAPAuth Screenshot

Enter the LDAP server's name, enable SSL, change the port to 636, and add the correct context for the dn (ou=People,dc=ebloft,dc=sea).

SSL Self Signed Certifcate Installation

pGina LDAPAuth Screenshot

Copy the Certificate Authority public key file (usually cacert.pem if openssl was used) from the server where the Certificate Authority was created. Rename this file cacert.cer. Double click the cacert.cer file.

SSL Certificate Screenshot

Choose "Install Certificate".

SSL Certificate Screenshot

Click Next.

SSL Certificate Screenshot

Select "Place all certificates in the following store" and click the "Browse" button.

SSL Certificate Screenshot

Check "Show physical stores", then find "Trusted Root Certificate Authorities", expand it and select "Local Computer". Click "OK".

SSL Certificate Screenshot

Click "Finish". The certificate is installed.

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