Overview of User Account Setup Configuration

User Account Setup allows authorized SharePoint users to add accounts in Active Directory Services, the local Windows server, or a SQL membership provider. The new account can simultaneously be added to SharePoint, with updated profile information and SharePoint group membership. Need the ability to approve new accounts before they are created? User Account Setup provides a configurable approval process, with customizable notifications and a simple Web-based approval form. New account transactions can also be logged, with relevant account data stored in a custom SharePoint list for easy retrieval and review. Configure User Account Setup following the steps below.

First, add the web part to a pageand then follow the links below to configure User Account Setup.

1. Security Settings for User Account Setup

2. Display Settings for User Account Setup

3. Language Settings

4. Authentication Providers and Required Permissions

5. Active Directory Services Settings

   • Active Directory Settings Account Details
   • Active Directory Settings Auto Create Columns
   • Active Directory Settings Organizational Unit
   • Active Directory Settings Security Groups
   • Active Directory Settings SharePoint Groups
   • Active Directory Settings SharePoint Permission Levels

6. Account Approval Settings

7. Audit Log Configuration