Administrator's Guide - Kerio Software Archive

2.5 Configuration WizardNote: The configuration wizard for all operating systems is available in English version only.Primary domain and internet name of the serverTo create user accounts (or groups) in Kerio MailServer, at least one local domain must becreated. The first local domain created is the primary domain. Unlike in the other localdomains, users can login by their usernames (In the other domains, it is necessary to use thefull email address. For detailed information on domains, see chapter 7).Figure 2.14Configuration Wizard — creation of the primary domainIt is also necessary to insert the name of the server where Kerio MailServer is installed. Inthe Hostname field, enter the Internet DNS name of the computer where Kerio MailServeris installed (typically, this would be the name of the computer with the appended primarydomain name — this way the server name is automatically suggested by the configurationwizard). Server names are used for server identification while establishing SMTP traffic.Note: If Kerio MailServer is running behind NAT, enter the Internet hostname that can beconverted to the IP address of the sending server, i.e. the internet hostname of the firewall.Administrator Password SettingsAdministrator password is a very important aspect of your server security. Blank password isnot accepted. For security reasons passwords should consist at least of six characters.Password and its confirmation must be entered in the dialog for account settings. The name’administrator’ can be changed in the Username edit box.31