SSL communication is required to programmatically change the Active Directory password using LDAP. This page will show you how to install the Certificate Services to enable LDAP SSL in Active Directory.

Add or Remove Programs Shortcut1. Click Start, select Control Panel and click Add or Remove Programs.
Windows Components2. In the Add or Remove Programs window, click Add/Remove Windows Components, check the Certificate Services and click Next.
CA Type3. Click Next in the CA Type page.
CA Identifying Information4. Fill up the Common name for this CA and click Next.
Certificate Database Settings5. Click Next in the Certificate Database Settings page.
Configuring Components6. The Certificate Services will now be installed.
Windows Components Wizard Finished7. Finally, click Finish.

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Export SSL CertificateHow to Export an SSL Certificate in Windows Server 2003.

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Posted on 5/19/2008 and last updated on 8/5/2008
Filed under Active Directory , LDAP , SSL


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