Preface

This manual describes how to install and configure DirX Identity. It is structured to support different user needs and levels of technical involvement during the upgrade to DirX Identity 9.0.

The Quick Upgrade Guide provides a concise, step‑by‑step procedure designed to enable a fast and reliable upgrade in standard environments. It focuses on the essential actions required to complete the upgrade successfully, without going into extensive background information or implementation details. For most installations, following the quick guide is sufficient to achieve a fully functional system.

For users who require a deeper understanding of the upgrade process, this document also includes separate chapters with advanced Installation and Configuration details. These chapters, together with its subsequent sections, offers a more technical perspective on the upgrade. It explains underlying concepts, configuration parameters, component interactions, and considerations for customized or complex environments.

Readers who want to analyze configuration choices, troubleshoot issues, or adapt the installation beyond default settings are encouraged to consult the Advanced Installation and Configuration chapter and the chapters that follow. These sections are intended for experienced administrators and engineers and are provided as a supplement to the quick guide. By combining the Quick Upgrade Guide with the advanced chapters as needed, this manual allows users to balance efficient execution with technical depth, depending on their specific requirements.

This manual consist of the following chapters: