You can access and control PortalProtect through the intuitive Web Management Console. You can view
the Web Management Console from any computer on your network that is running
Internet Explorer 7.0 or above.
Procedure
- Click the PortalProtect Management Console shortcut on the desktop.
- Choose .The Web Management Console appears.
- Do either of the following:
- To view the Web Management Console for a local
serverType the following URL in the address box:https://[localhost]:[port number]/PortalProtect/Login.htm
Note
The port number depends on the user input during installation. The default port is 16373. SSL is enabled during installation, and there is no HTTP protocol for selection. - To view the Web Management Console for a remote
server:Use Internet Explorer to access the following URL:https://[server name]:[server port]/PortalProtect/Login.htmThe server name is the name of the server on which you installed PortalProtect, and the port number is the port number you use to access that computer.
- To view the Web Management Console for a local
server
Main Elements
The Web Management Console Consists of the Following Main Elements:
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The PortalProtect banner always appears at the top of the screen. It contains a drop-down list that you can use to access online assistance. You can also use the banner to log off.
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The sidebar is the menu on the left side of the Management Console. It provides quick access to all PortalProtect settings.
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Main display area is where you can view and set the different PortalProtect options.
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Screen tabs are a part of the main display area and provide access to a various topics and options.
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Help icons provide access to context sensitive help or pop-up information on various features.
Logging On and Off
Log on
You must log on to PortalProtect before you can
configure any settings. By requiring PortalProtect administrators to log on, PortalProtect provides an extra layer of protection.
Log off
Click Log Off from the banner of the Web Management Console to log
off.