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Access the Administration Console

The default Master Administrator (MA) role is used to log in to the Administration Console for the first time.

Follow these steps:

1. Using a web browser enter the URL to access Administration Console. The default address is:

   http://<hostname>:<app_server_port>/arcotadmin/masteradminlogin.htm

   hostname

   Specifies the host name or IP address of the system where you deployed the Administration Console.

   app_server_port

   Specifies the port at which the console is listening.

2. Specify the password that was set in the bootstrap wizard in the Password field and click Log In.

Security Recommendations While Using the Administration Console

When you access Administration Console, verify that you follow the best practices that are listed here:

• Do not share the browser session with other applications.
• Do not open any other site while working with the Administration Console.
• Do not open any other site in other browser tabs.
• Enforce strict password restrictions for the Administration Console.
• Always log out after using the Administration Console.
• Close the browser window after the session is over.
• Assign proper roles to users according to the tasks they need to perform.