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1. Local Admin Account Limitations

• Yes, Dell SCG typically restricts creation to a single local admin account by default for security reasons.
• Creating a second local admin account is usually not supported in standard configurations.

2. Alternative: LDAP/Active Directory Integration

• Yes, Dell SCG supports LDAP/AD integration for additional admin accounts.
• You can create multiple admin accounts via LDAP instead of local accounts.

3. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

• Yes, Dell SCG supports RBAC for LDAP accounts, allowing granular permissions such as:
  • Read-only access (view logs, reports, but no changes)
  • Limited admin (e.g., password resets, basic troubleshooting)
  • Full admin (complete control)
• Local admin accounts typically have full privileges and cannot be restricted via RBAC.

Recommendation:

• Use LDAP for multiple admins with RBAC instead of local accounts.
• Check Dell SCG documentation for exact RBAC configuration steps (varies by firmware version).

Setting Up LDAP/RBAC in Dell SecureConnect Gateway (SCG)

Step 1: Configure LDAP/Active Directory Integration

1. Log in to Dell SCG as the local admin.
2. Navigate to:
   • Settings → Authentication → LDAP/AD Configuration
3. Enter LDAP/AD details:
   • Server IP/Hostname (LDAP/AD server)
   • Base DN (e.g., DC=example,DC=com)
   • Bind DN & Password (service account for LDAP queries)
   • User/Group Search Filter (e.g., (memberOf=CN=SCG-Admins,OU=Groups,DC=example,DC=com))
4. Test & Save the connection.

Step 2: Define Role-Based Access (RBAC)

1. Go to:
   • Settings → User Roles (or Access Control)
2. Create custom roles (e.g., "Helpdesk-ReadOnly," "Password-Admin"):
   • Read-Only Role: Enable only "View Logs," "View Reports."
   • Limited Admin Role: Enable "Password Reset," "Basic Troubleshooting."
   • Full Admin Role: Keep default (all permissions).
3. Map LDAP Groups to Roles:
   • Assign LDAP groups (e.g., SCG-Helpdesk) to the "Helpdesk-ReadOnly" role.

Step 3: Verify & Test

1. Log out and try logging in with an LDAP account.
2. Confirm the user only sees permitted functions (e.g., no "Delete" options for read-only).

Troubleshooting Tips

• If LDAP fails, check:
  • Firewall rules (SCG needs access to LDAP/AD ports: 389/636).
  • Time sync (Kerberos requires time synchronization with AD).
• For granular permissions, review Dell SCG Admin Guide for your firmware version.