# Forcepoint Data Security Cloud

## Connection Requirements

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### Domain

The Domain of the Forcepoint Data Security Cloud.

Default: portal.bitglass.com
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### Username & Password

The credentials required for basic auth consist of a username and password that must be sent with every request.

To obtain these credentials, it is recommended that an administrator create a dedicated admin account with API access privileges through the Forcepoint Data Security Cloud | SSE Admin Portal. Authorization can be controlled from the "Protect > Policies" section in the Admin Portal. These credentials are created and managed by a system administrator.
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### Use new version?

Use the new API version (2.1).

Default: False
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### Proxy

Proxy url. (optional)
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### Is Secure?

Enable this option if the connection will be established over HTTPS.
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### Thread Count

This adapter works in a multi threaded manner. This field represents the number of parallel threads that will be constructed for sending API requests.

Default: 16\
Min: 1\
Max: 32
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{% hint style="warning" %}
Please perform a connection test to ensure there is a valid connection to the host.

When the discovery operation is finalized, you will be able to see the details on the Assets page.
{% endhint %}


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