> >it should be published in the openldap docs or an rfc what the actual > >encoding method for this information is. > > RFC 2849 (LDIFv1) and RFC 2307 (experimental userPassword schemes [and > more]). I believe the OpenLDAP docs refer to both appropriately. sorry that came out wrong but was what i meant ... that i'm sure it is published in the openldap docs and rfc's if one were to look. adam.