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ICAS Prerequisites

Before you can implement ICAS, the following conditions must be met:

• Web Browser Configuration

  One of the following web browsers must be used:

  • Internet Explorer 7.0
  • Firefox 2.x with CardSpace plug-in
• Web Server Configuration

  The Web Server must be configured for SSL communication. This configuration protects the fcc file.

  Note: For more information, see the Web Agent Configuration Guide.

• Web Agent Configuration

  The InfoCard.fcc file that is shipped with the Web Agent kit must be customized for each instance of ICAS.

  Note: For more information, see the Web Agent Configuration Guide.

• Java Runtime Environment (JRE) Configuration

  The Java Runtime Environment must be configured to decrypt security tokens that are encrypted with strong encryption algorithms.

• Policy Server Configuration

  Policy Server Configuration includes the following tasks:

  • Configure an ICAS Properties File
  • How to Configure the SiteMinder Key Database
  • Configure a User Directory for ICAS
  • Create an Instance of ICAS
  • Configure an Active Response that Retrieves a Claim Value