DELL 2385P User Manual

Preparing for CIFS Configuration C-1

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This appendix contains information to help you understand the following CIFS config-

uration issues:

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Deciding on a domain or workgroup configuration

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Choosing between PC-style or UNIX-style permissions

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Adding the filer to a Windows NT domain

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You can install the filer into a Windows NT domain or Windows workgroup. Use the 

information in this section to help you decide which to choose.

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A domain:

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Is a collection of Windows NT computers that share a common directory data-

base defined by a Windows NT server administrator

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Has a unique domain name

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Provides access to centralized user and group accounts

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Enables centralized administration of user and group accounts