How to Query Security Policies
4/8/2010
Mobile Operators query a device to determine the current policies and roles that are configured. You should always query a device before changing the settings.
By following these steps, you will know how to:
- Choose a method of delivery.
- Create a provisioning XML file that queries the device settings.
- Optionally package the XML file for delivery and sign the package file.
- Deliver the provisioning XML file to the device.
- Use the return document to determine the policies and roles that are on the device.
The following list shows the tasks that you must perform to provision a device.
| Step | Topic |
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If you have not already done so, decide on a method of delivery. |
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Create a provisioning XML file that queries the device settings. |
Determining the Security Policies and Roles on a Device: |
Test that the provisioning XML queries a Windows Mobile device similar to the ones that you want to update. |
N/A |
If you chose to deliver the XML file by using either a cabinet (.cab) or cabinet provisioning format (.cpf) file, you must do the following:
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Deliver the provisioning XML file to the device. Typically, the file is installed upon delivery. |
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When you receive a response, determine the security policies and roles on the device. |
See Also
Reference
SecurityPolicy Configuration Service Provider
Concepts
Provisioning Security Settings