This document provides an introduction to implementing Active Directory at UMass Dartmouth. It defines Active Directory as a system that supports single sign-on, improved desktop security, easier management of workstations and servers, and faster software updates. Some key benefits of Active Directory include centralized network storage, easier file sharing, regular backups, and centralized support. With Active Directory, users will log on with their UMassD credentials to access computers, files, email and other resources. Password requirements are increased for improved security when accessing these additional services. The document lists departments that will use UMassD logon and provides contact information for questions.

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CITS
Active Directory Implementation
UMass Dartmouth

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Introduction to Active Directory
 Definition
 Benefits
 User Authentication & Security
 UMassD Logon Services
 Implementation Process
 Project Migration Order
 Acknowledgements
 Questions

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Definition
 Active Directory is a system which supports:
– A single sign-on environment via the UmassD Logon
– Improved desktop security
– Improved management and administration of workstations
– Consolidation of servers
– Improved timeframe for updates, patches and installation of new
versions of software
– Quicker support call resolution via Remote Desktop Management

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Benefits
 Access to shared central network disk storage
 Ability to share data within departments via departmental
shares
 Access to personal storage on a centralized secure server
 Regular backup of data placed on centralized network
disk storage
 Easier, searchable access to network services (printers,
file servers, etc.)
 Centralized support for servers
 Remote software installation allowing for more timely
software upgrades, patches, and updates

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User Authentication & Security
 Your UMassD Logon (Email username and password) will now
provide access to even more resources including your computer so
the level of security required for this account has increased.
 Password Requirements for Security purposes
– Minimum of 10 characters
– At least one Upper Case Letter
– At least one Lower Case Letter
– At least one Number
– Password will expire every 180 days
 UMASSD Logon account passwords can be reset at
– https://email.umassd.edu/password/
 Challenge questions which will allow you to reset your own
password should you forget it can be set at
– https://email.umassd.edu/activate

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UMassD Logon Services
 Services which use the UMassD Logon
– Computer Logon (After Active Directory Implementation)
 Shared Network Storage (Connection via Computer Logon)
– E-Mail
– Zimbra
– HR Direct
– Meeting Maker
– FTP
– CATLS Profile Tool
– Computer Network Registration -Netreg
– Library Electronic Collections
– VPN/Wireless (Password Creation)
– Omni Update
– Survey Builder
– Facilities Work Order

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Questions?
Please contact the IT Service Center at x8790 or via email