Security Compliance

Self-Led Project Plan for Access Rights Manager

This article provides a step-by-step guide for self-led onboarding of SolarWinds Access Rights Manager (ARM). It covers installation, configuration, and reporting capabilities to help you manage access rights across your organization securely and efficiently.

First published date

8/14/2025 6:14 PM

Last published date

8/14/2025 6:14 PM

Overview

Installation & Setup

Confirm ARM Installation

Prepare your environment and install ARM using the official installation guide.
ARM Installation and Upgrade Guide

Install FAT and Web Clients

Install both the FAT client and the web console for full functionality.
Install ARM
Install the web components

Install FS Collector

Deploy the FS Logga to extend visibility into access and change history on your file servers.
Prepare the Windows file servers

License ARM

Convert your evaluation license into a production license via the SolarWinds customer portal.
Switch from an evaluation license to a production license

Verify System Requirements

Ensure your environment meets the latest system requirements for ARM deployment.
ARM System Requirements

Configuration & Navigation

Configure ARM

Set up ARM to align with your organizational structure and access policies.
ARM Configuration

FAT Client Walkthrough

Explore the FAT client interface for permission analysis, documentation, and security monitoring.
Using ARM

Web Client Walkthrough

Navigate the ARM web client to manage access rights visually and interactively.

Reporting & Use Cases

File Server Reporting

Generate reports on file server permissions and identify security risks.
ARM File Server Reporting

Active Directory Reporting

Create reports on AD group memberships and user permissions.
ARM Active Directory Reporting

Exchange Reporting

Review mailbox permissions and access history.
ARM Exchange Reporting

Best Practices & Enhancements

Backup Configuration

Before making major changes, back up your ARM configuration settings.

Use Custom Properties

Leverage custom properties to tag and organize users, groups, and resources.

Schedule Reports

Automate delivery of reports to stakeholders using ARM’s scheduling features.

Integrate with Active Directory

Ensure ARM is properly integrated with AD for real-time permission tracking and auditing.

Notes

This plan is designed for customers who prefer a self-paced onboarding experience.
- Self-Led Project Plans
For assisted onboarding, refer to SolarWinds Deployment Services.
- Deployment Scope
For troubleshooting, contact SolarWinds Support.
- Submit a Ticket

Product section

Access Rights Manager

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