Zimbra Administration

Guide Zimbra administration tasks using zmprov and zmcontrol commands.

1|Updated Jan 9, 2026

Search Tags:#domain-management #user-provisioning #zimbra #zmprov #zmcontrol #cos-management #ldap-attributes

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Skill: Zimbra Administration
Source: https://github.com/anouar1991/binaryPetsClaude/tree/main/plugins/zimbra-toolkit/skills/zimbra-admin
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anouar1991/binaryPetsClaude --skill zimbra-administration

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Zimbra administration can be complex and error-prone. This skill consolidates essential zmprov, zmcontrol, and LDAP guidance into a practical, reference-driven workflow for day-to-day administration.

Core Features & Use Cases

Provision and manage Zimbra accounts, domains, and COS using zmprov and related tools.
Diagnose and resolve common server issues, service status, and configuration tasks with zmcontrol.
Reference and apply LDAP attributes, domain settings, and COS defaults to maintain consistent configurations in multi-server deployments.
Use-case example: quickly set up new users, assign quotas, and configure domain defaults for a new organization.

Quick Start

Provide a concise, actionable prompt to guide an admin through a typical Zimbra provisioning or troubleshooting task.

Frequently Asked Questions about Zimbra Administration

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I provision new Zimbra users and assign quotas using zmprov?▼

Provision Zimbra users by executing zmprov commands to create accounts, assign COS, and set storage quotas. This skill provides actionable, step-by-step command references for account creation and domain configuration in Zimbra 8.x to 10.x environments.

What is the best way to troubleshoot Zimbra server service issues with zmcontrol?▼

Troubleshoot Zimbra server issues by running zmcontrol to check service status and diagnose configuration problems. The skill guides administrators through core zmcontrol commands to identify, resolve, and audit common server faults across multi-server deployments.

How do I apply LDAP attributes for consistent COS management in Zimbra?▼

Apply LDAP attributes and configure Class of Service (COS) defaults using zmprov to maintain consistent policies. The skill offers guidance on referencing and setting LDAP attributes for domain management and COS configurations across Zimbra 8.x through 10.x.

Can I use this zmprov reference for Zimbra 8.x multi-server deployments?▼

Yes, this zmprov reference supports Zimbra 8.x to 10.x multi-server deployments. It provides auditable admin workflows for domain configuration, user provisioning, and server troubleshooting tailored for maintaining consistent configurations across distributed Zimbra environments.

Why does my Zimbra domain configuration fail during user provisioning?▼

Zimbra domain configuration fails during user provisioning when LDAP attributes or COS defaults are incorrectly applied. This skill helps identify and resolve these errors by guiding you through correct zmprov syntax and domain setup best practices.