The Novell Client enables access to GroupWise domain database that runs on a remote server. To do this, you need to install the Novell client on a server where the GroupWise driver is installed. The client enables the driver to access the GroupWise domain database on a remote server.
This scenario occurs when you implement Option 2 in Figure 2-1, Local System Configuration or Option 2 in Figure 2-2, Remote System Configuration.
WARNING:Improper installation or removal of Novell Client on 64-bit UNIX and Windows systems sometimes damages the existing NICI security keys and their data, such as passwords and policies. To avoid this problem, install the Novell Client before installing eDirectory 8.8. SP5, which upgrades the NICI version to 2.7.7. To install the Novell Client after installing eDirectory or to uninstall the Novell Client, contact Novell/NetIQ customer support.
Download the Novell Client 4.9 or later from the Novell Downloads site.
To install the client on the driver’s server, execute the file and follow on-screen the instructions.