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Define the Rule

In this example only one rule is necessary. This rule will allow users to authenticate. When you define rules to authenticate RADIUS users, you can set time restrictions, which will configure the time limits of the session.

To define a rule to enable access

1. In the Domain tab, right click the Realm that will contain the rule and select Create Rule Under Realm.

   The SiteMinder Rule Dialog box appears.

2. In the Name field, enter a name for the rule.

   Note: Typically, you should name rules according to the action they perform. Using an intuitive naming strategy will make it easier to manage large groups of rules. The name cannot contain the characters * or &.

3. Optionally, in the Description field, enter a description of the rule.
4. In the Realm and Resource group box, select the appropriate realm from the Realm drop-down list.
5. In the Allow/Deny and Enable/Disable group box, do the following:
   • Select the Allow Access radio button to allow access when the user is authenticated.
   • Select the Enabled check box to enable the rule.
6. Optionally, in the Advanced group box, do any of the following:
   • Under the Time Restrictions tab, set time restrictions.
   • Under the Active Rule tab, define an active rule.
7. Click OK to retain the rule definition and exit the SiteMinder Rule Dialog box.

   The new rule appears in the Rule List.