2.9. Logging in to IdM with smart cards

You can use smart cards for logging in to the IdM Web UI.

Prerequisites

The web browser is configured for using smart card authentication.
The IdM server is configured for smart card authentication.
The certificate installed on your smart card is either issued by the IdM server or has been added to the user entry in IdM.
You know the PIN required to unlock the smart card.
The smart card has been inserted into the reader.

Procedure

Open the IdM Web UI in the browser.
Click Log In Using Certificate.
If the Password Required dialog box opens, add the PIN to unlock the smart card and click the OK button.
The User Identification Request dialog box opens.
If the smart card contains more than one certificate, select the certificate you want to use for authentication in the drop down list below Choose a certificate to present as identification.
Click the OK button.
Now you are successfully logged in to the IdM Web UI.