Getting Started 2

Download the server

Cloud or self-hosted, you need a Knocknoc server, and once you have installed it, you will be able to login to the admin panel and start configuration. https://docs.knocknoc.io/books/admin-guide/page/server-installation

Download the agent

The agents perform the backend work of updating ACLs, so you need at least one, even if its on the same machine as the server.

https://docs.knocknoc.io/books/admin-guide/page/agent-installation

Configure Backends, ACLs and groups

Next comes the backends, ACLS and groups. However you may want to also configure SAML or LDAP authentication at this step, so you can then map groups to ACLs. We recommend SAML where possible, as it is the most secure option for many people.

Test it out!

That first time you login and works feels like magic. We can't wait for you to enjoy using Knocknoc every day.

Roll it out to your users

Once everything is ready, you need to then need to demonstrate or document the steps for your users, and away you go.

Monitor and Manage

Knocknoc can stream metrics using GELF, and can supply regular exports of user activity.