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Is it possible to use LDAP for authentication in CIFS

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Applies to

  • ONTAP 9
  • LDAP

Answer

  • CIFS authentication modes include Domain and WorkGroup. 
  • LDAP is part of the directory services in Active Directory.
  • In Domain mode, it communicates with Active Directory for authentication using LDAP.

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