AMX Signature Series NetLinx Integrated Controller NI-3101-SIG - Manual (Page 53)

NetLinx Security within the Web Server
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parameters. If the Configuration option is enabled and the user wants to modify the Master’s
IP Address; they would either be prompted to log in (via the Login button) or if already
logged in, notified whether their rights are sufficient to allow them to change the current
parameter.
 The ICSP Connectivity option is required to allow authenticated and/or secure communication
between the Master and other AMX hardware/software. To establish an authenticated ICSP
connection (where the external AMX hardware/software would have to provide a valid username
and password). This option must be enabled (checked).
5. Click on the checkbox next to Require Encryption to enable the requirement of data encryption over the
ICSP connection. Note that this is optional and if enabled, requires more processor cycles to maintain.
6. Click the Update button to accept and save any changes on this page back to the Master. Updating these
changes is instantaneous and does not require a reboot. Successful incorporation of the changes to the
Master’s security configurations results in an on-screen message stating: "Security is enabled when it is
checked"
.
ICSP Authentication
In a Master-to-Master system, the Master which accepts the IP connection initiates the authentication process.
This configuration provides compatibility with existing implementations and provides more flexibility for the
implementation of other devices.
FIG. 38 System Level Security - Enable/Disable System Security page with selections
NetLinx Master
security features
Require Encryption
option (enable/disable)
Security Level features
A Group represents a logical collection of individual users. Any properties possessed
by a group (ex: access rights, directory associations, etc.) are inherited by all
members of that group.
The "administrator" group account cannot be deleted or modified.