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Directory Search Parameters

You can set the following search parameters in the DirectorySearch element:

maxrows

Specifies the maximum number of objects that CA Identity Manager can return when searching a user directory. When the number of objects exceeds the limit, an error is displayed.

By setting a value for the maxrows parameter, you can override the settings in the LDAP directory that limit search results. When conflicting settings apply, the LDAP server uses the lowest setting.

Note: The maxrows parameter does not limit the number of objects that are displayed on an Identity Manager task screen. To configure display settings, modify the list screen definition in the Identity Manager User Console. For instructions, see the User Console Design Guide.

maxpagesize

Specifies the number of objects that can be returned in a single search. If the number of objects exceeds the page size, CA Identity Manager performs multiple searches.

Note the following when specifying maxpagesize:

• To use the maxpagesize option, the user store that CA Identity Manager manages must support paging. Some user store types require additional configuration to support paging. For more information, see How to Improve Performance for Large Searches.
• If the user store does not support paging, and a value for maxrows is specified, CA Identity Manager uses only the maxrows value to control search size.

timeout

Determines the maximum number of seconds that CA Identity Manager searches a directory before terminating the search.

Note: The DirectorySearch element is optional. However, the directory supports paging, we recommend specifying the DirectorySearch element.

More Information:

How to Improve Directory Search Performance

How to Improve Performance for Large Searches