End User Access and Authentication

A user can log into the Self-Service GUI if a System User entry exists for the user. A System User entry is created automatically when a user is added as a subscriber. Refer to the topics under “Subscriber Management”.

You can grant a user access to Self-Service by creating a user, with a Self-Service role, directly in the System user interface. Such a user is not able to view devices or any services associated with the devices, nor can a manually added user view personal information such as first name, last name, address, department, and so on. Refer to Create a User.

Self-Service authentication is controlled by the administration interface using the same three authentication methods: Standard, LDAP, and SSO.

Consolidated password and PIN management for end users is available as follows, based on the self-service authentication method configured for the end user:

• Standard VOSS-4-UC authentication: end users can change their password and PIN from the Self Service interface.
• LDAP and SSO authentication: end users cannot change their password and PIN from the Self Service interface.

To ensure the best user experience, it is recommended that all applications (Self-Service and the Unified Communications applications) use the same authentication method.