# EJBCA Certificate Management

## Connection Requirements

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### IP or Hostname

Enter the IP/Hostname of your EJBCA Certificate Management instance. This is the URL where the service is hosted.
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### Port

Enter the port number for connecting. (default: **8442**)
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### API Key

The token must be obtained from the identity provider that EJBCA is configured to use for OAuth.
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### SSL

Use SSL for connection (optional, default: **Encrypted**).
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It is important to run a connection test to confirm that a valid connection can be made to the EJBCA Certificate Management host. Once the discovery process is complete, you will see the connection details on the Assets page.
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