2.0 Logging In to Linux

To log in to Linux with the Advanced Authentication, perform the following steps:

  1. Specify the repositoryname\username (e.g. company\pjones) and click Next.

  2. Choose an authentication chain from the list by entering the number of the chain.

  3. Authenticate with the required authentication method(s) of the chain.

NOTE: If you log in to a non-domain joined workstation for the first time, you will be asked to provide credentials for your local account to map the domain account to the local account. In the Enter a standalone user name, specify the username of local account. In the next step, specify the local account's password.

The following authentication methods, which can be combined in an authentication chain, help you to authenticate based on your requirement.

NOTE:On SUSE Linux Enterprise, do not enter anything until a message Please wait is displayed, else you will not be able to unlock the operating system.