Enable shell access for non-default users

Last published : Sep 21, 2026
You can enable shell access for non-default users in NetScaler® Application Delivery Management (ADM). You can use this feature to enable and set up communication mode with instances.
Note
By default, shell access is disabled for non-default users.
To enable shell access for non-default users in NetScaler ADM:
  1. In NetScaler ADM, navigate to System \> System Administration.
  2. In System Settings, click Change System Settings.
  3. On the Modify System Settings page, configure the following parameters:
    • Communication with instances - Select the communication protocol.
    • Secure Access - Enable secure access for NetScaler ADM.
    • Enable Session Timeout - Specify the time period for which to retain an inactive session.
    • Allow Basic Authentication - Allow Management Service to accept credentials given using Basic Authentication Protocol.
    • Enable nsrecover Login - Enable nsrecover login on Management Service.
    • Enable Certificate Download - Enables you to download certificates from the added NetScaler.
    • Enable Shell access for non-nsroot User - Enable shell access for non-default users in NetScaler ADM.
    • Prompt user credentials for instance login - Allow users to enter their user credentials while logging on to instances from NetScaler ADM.
  4. Click OK.
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