To securely and efficiently execute REST APIs, you must first create a service account. Because a service account does not include a password or email address, users cannot log in to the Commvault interfaces using this account.
Before You Begin
You must have the following permissions at the CommCell or company level:
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User Management
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Change security settings
Procedure
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From the Command Center navigation pane, go to Manage > Security.
The Security page appears.
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Click the Users tile.
The Users page appears.
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Click the Add user button, and then select Single user.
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Select Service account.
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In the User name box, enter a username.
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From the User group list, select the user group to associate with the service account.
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In the Description box, enter the description for service account.
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Click Add.
Results
The service account becomes available after it is approved.