# OPSWAT MetaDefender Core (MDCore)

## Connection Requirements

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{% step %}

### IP

IP address for OPSWAT MetaDefender Core (MDCore).
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Port

Port number (default: **8008**).
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Username

Username that has access to API of OPSWAT MetaDefender Core (MDCore).
{% endstep %}

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### Password

Password for the given username.
{% endstep %}

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### SSL

Use SSL for connection (default: **Encrypted**).
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

{% hint style="warning" %}
⚠️ **Attention**

Please perform a connection test to ensure there is a valid connection to the OPSWAT MetaDefender Core (MDCore) host. When the discovery operation is finalized you will be able to see the details on the Assets page.
{% endhint %}


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