Disable explicit logins for a user account

When you disable explicit logins for a PI user, then users cannot access Data Archive by typing in that user name and password. You can still use the user in mappings and trusts. Because these passwords are not as secure as trusts or Windows authentication (mappings), it is a good idea to disable explicit logins where possible.

Note: You can disable explicit logins only on Data Archive versions 3.4.380 or later; earlier versions do not have this feature.

1. Under Collectives and Servers, select the server or collective.

2. In the System Management Tools pane, select Security > Identities, Users, & Groups.

3. Select the PI Users tab.

4. Double-click the username to open that PI user's Properties dialog box.

5. On the General tab, select the User cannot be used for an explicit login check box.

6. Click OK.

   To re-enable explicit logins for a PI user account, clear the check box.