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Version: 8.7.x

Configuration

This article describes all settings in the “Configuration” tab within the user group configuration. Here, you define which system-wide settings members of this group are allowed to read or manage.

Device Name ​

The device name is the unique designation of the KentixONE system (main device/top alarm group).

Change System Name​

Allows changing the system name. Without this permission, the field remains read-only.

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The name appears in notifications, on the dashboard, and in exports. Choose a clear, location-specific name.

Language & Region ​

Includes the interface language, time zone display, and units (e.g., °C/°F).

Manage Language & Region​

Allows changing the language, locale, and temperature unit.

Date & Time ​

Time-related system parameters.

Date & Time​

Allows configuring the time zone, NTP servers, and manual system time setting.

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Incorrect time can affect logs, certificates, alarms, and reports. Verify synchronization after adjustments.

Data Protection ​

Manage Data Protection Settings​

Allows defining automatic deletion of logbook entries and other retention periods.

Personalization ​

Manage Personalization Settings​

Allows adjusting the display (e.g., detail view layout, background) and system-wide UI preferences.

Network ​

Manage Network Settings​

Allows editing device network settings (IP, DNS, gateway, VLAN, etc.).

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Plan changes outside of productive hours and document the original parameters for rollback.

SSL Certificate ​

Manage SSL Certificate​

Allows uploading/renewing a custom TLS certificate for HTTPS.

Satellite Settings ​

Manage Satellite Settings​

Allows changing the operating mode and addresses of connected satellites.

VPN ​

Manage VPN Settings​

Allows configuring the VPN connection (e.g., OpenVPN client/server profiles).

Security ​

Manage Security Settings​

Allows maintaining security-relevant options (communication keys, password policies, RFID encryption, PIN lengths, etc.).

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Improper changes can weaken access protection. Operate under the four-eyes principle.

E-Mail ​

Manage E-Mail Settings​

Allows configuring mail sending (sender, SMTP/online service, authentication).

SNMP ​

SNMP​

Allows activating/configuring SNMP for status queries and traps.

LDAP ​

Manage LDAP Settings​

Allows connecting to LDAP/Active Directory and mapping user attributes.

External Access Evaluation ​

Manage External Access Evaluation​

Allows activating and configuring external access evaluation (separate service required).

VdS ​

Manage VdS Settings​

Allows configuring settings and interfaces according to the VdS protocol (e.g., alarm transmission to control centers).

GSM/Cellular ​

Manage Cellular Settings​

Allows configuring GSM/LTE parameters for SMS sending and connections.

KentixONE Plan ​

Manage KentixONE Plan​

Allows managing the active KentixONE plan (online service, connection tier, additional features).