Workgroup node configuration

Work with nodes in workgroup network configuration

A workgroup network configuration can be implemented for smaller networks where it is not necessary to use an Active Directory domain controller to centralize network identification, roles and authorization.

In a workgroup network configuration, the credentials used to log in to a License Manager client node must be part of the AELicMgr or Administrator Security Identity groups configured on the License Manager Service node. If the account credentials are not part of either group, the License Manager Service will request new credentials that are part of the defined groups.

The basic process for how a local License Manager client node is either authenticated to access a remote License Manager Service node or requested for new credentials is described in the below diagram.

For additional security information and requirements, see About license manager security.