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In Section 9.4.5, “ Using Novell eDirectory with ThinLinc ”, we explain how to integrate a ThinLinc Cluster with Novell eDirectory using the ThinLinc Novell Configurator (TLNC). In this chapter we will explain how to do it manually, without the TLNC.
This information is provided to further explain what is done by the TLNC, and to provide documentation on what needs to be done if the TLNC can't be used for some reason.
In order for pam_ldap and nss_ldap to work, the NDS must have schema extensions for posixAccount and posixGroup.
Most eDirectory installations already have the relevant schema installed, but if not, it must be installed.
The extensions will be added to NDS if Novell Native File Access for Unix is installed. During installation of this the command schinst is run to extend the schemas with posixAccount and posixGroup. You may have to run schinst manually later, for example after applying a Novell service pack. If Novell Native File Access for Unix is not available for your Novell platform (it's available for Netware 6.0 and above), extending the schema by hand should work although this is an untested configuration.