Create Users

This activity describes how to create new users and update passwords for existing users in AssayNet LIMS. The system uses SQL-based authentication, which means each user is linked to a SQL login with access to the site's operational database. Creating a new user requires elevated permissions, typically granted to a site supervisor or designated personnel. Attempts to create a new user without the required permissions and server-level access results in an error. If this occurs, contact AssayNet Support or your IT department to request the necessary role assignment.

All users in AssayNet LIMS must be assigned to a group. These user groups define security categories that determine which actions each user can perform within the system. By configuring group permissions, supervisors can ensure that can users access only the functions appropriate to their roles. During initial implementation, users are often assigned to the db_owner group by default, which grants full permissions across the LIMS. You can adjust this setting as needed to match each user's responsibilities and enforce appropriate security controls.

Note: The configuration of security groups is outside the scope of this activity. For more information on how to add and configure security groups, please contact AssayNet LIMS Support.

Activity Steps

1. On the Security ribbon tab, click Database Security.

   The AssayNet LIMS Security screen displays the Users tab.

2. To create a new user:

   1. Click New.

      The Add User screen appears.

   2. Complete the following fields as required:
      • User Name
      • Member Of—Select the appropriate group for the user. If you are unsure which group to choose or which group has the necessary restrictions for the user's role, you can assign the default db_owner group. This group provides full system permissions. If more restricted access is needed or for help to correctly configure groups, contact AssayNet Support.
      • SysAdmin Account—If checked, grants the user the ability to create other users.
      • Copy to Auto Login—This option is selected by default and should remain checked.
      • Password—Enter the password, then press the Enter key to move to the next field.
      • Repeat Password
   3. Click OK.
3. To complete the user setup, see Create a Personnel Record.
4. To change a user's password:
   1. On the Security ribbon tab, click Change Password.

      The Change Password screen displays, displaying the current User ID logged in the system.

      Note: Any user can change their own password without requiring any special SQL roles or elevated permissions needed for creating new users.
   2. Complete the following fields:
      • Old Password
      • New Password
      • Confirm Password

   3. Click OK.

      An AssayNet successful message displays.