Unix Groups

The Unix Groups page System -> UNIX Groups lists both local groups and cluster groups. A cluster group is one where a group name and GID are identical on all nodes of the cluster. This is an important consideration for both user and group ID's so that cluster credentials remain consistent.

The main page lists both local and cluster groups:

Creating Groups

To create a cluster group click +Add in the Actions column. This will create the group on all cluster nodes using the same GUID and name.

1. Enter the Groupname and GID:

   

2. When done click SAVE. Once saved, the group will be created on all nodes in the cluster:

   

Deleting Groups

To delete a group from all cluster nodes click trash can icon and then confirm the deletion: