# Google Cloud Compute Engine

## Connection Requirements

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### Service Account Email

Email address of the Service Account.
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### Private Key File

The `private_key.json` file associated with the Service Account.
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### Zone

The Google Cloud zone where the Compute Engine resources are deployed.

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If “Get from all zones” is enabled, you don't need to fill this field.
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### Https Proxy (optional)

Https Proxy URL. This field is optional.
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### Project ID

The unique Project ID associated with your Google Cloud project.
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### Get All Zones (Optional)

When enabled, the connector retrieves resources from all zones under the provided Project ID.
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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.
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