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title: Preliminary Steps for SQL Proxy
slug: kron-dam-enduser-guide/preliminary-steps-for-sql-proxy
description: Learn how to connect to an Oracle database with this detailed step-by-step guide. Follow the instructions to create a new connection on a SQL client, enter your database credentials, and set the connection host and port. Ensure that your username and pass
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createdAt: 2022-08-10T14:57:04.000Z
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Before utilizing SQL Proxy for database connection, adhere to the following preliminary steps:

- Add your database to DAM.
- Enter necessary database details (name, username, password, and SQL Proxy Bind Port).
- Ensure the SQL Proxy Bind Port is defined under database properties.

**User Creation:**

- Create a user in DAM with the same credentials (username and password) as in the database.

**Policy Key Setup:**

- Create a "Policy Key" in DAM, such as a "White Key" to define user permissions.

**Group and Realm Setup:**

- Create groups and realms by combining users, devices, and policy keys.

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The username and password must match the credentials used to connect directly to the database. The same username must be created as a user in Kron PAM. A system admin must also set up realms to manage connections and enforce policies.
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