Setting up the Server Certificate Admin application

Domino® automatically creates the Server Certificate Admin application during server setup.

About this task

If the Server Certificate Admin application is not available after you start the Domino server, use the Server Certificate Admin template (CSRV50.NTF) to create it. Use the Server Certificate Admin application to:

  • Request server certificates from either a Domino or third-party CA
  • Add a CA certificate as a trusted root
  • Manage server certificates in a key ring file
  • Create a self-certified certificate for testing purposes

Procedure

  1. Make sure you set up the server as a Domino Web server.
  2. Edit the ACL of the Server Certificate Admin application, as follows:
    • Add the names of server administrators who will need to obtain and manage server certificates. Assign Manager access.
    • Set -Default- access to No access to prevent others from using the database.
  3. Create a server key ring file.

What to do next

Tip: To hide the Server Certificate Admin application when users choose File > Open > Notes Application, deselect Show in 'Open Application' dialog in the application properties box.