How to Install 389 Directory Server on Fedora CoreOS Latest

389 Directory Server is an open-source application that provides centralized authentication, authorization, and identity management services to users and computers on a network. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing 389 Directory Server on Fedora CoreOS Latest.

Step 1: Update your system

Before we begin, it is essential to update your system with the latest packages and dependencies.

sudo dnf update -y

Step 2: Install 389 Directory Server

To install a 389 Directory Server, you need to first add the EPEL repository.

sudo dnf install -y epel-release

Now you can proceed to install the 389 Directory Server package.

sudo dnf install -y 389-ds-base

After installation, start the 389 Directory Server service.

sudo systemctl start dirsrv.target

Step 3: Bind to the Directory Server

By default, the 389 Directory Server is configured to run on port 389. Before you can manage the Server, you need to bind to it by providing your login credentials.

To bind to the Directory Server, use the following command:

sudo ldapsearch -x -D "cn=Directory Manager" -W

You will be prompted to enter the password for the Directory Manager. Once authenticated, you should see the Server’s configuration in your console.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you have successfully installed and bound to the 389 Directory Server on Fedora CoreOS Latest. You can now proceed to configure the Server according to your project's requirements.

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