# Tenable Nessus

## Connection Requirements

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### IP or Hostname

IP address or Hostname of the Nessus host.
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### Access Key

Generated Access Key for a user that has the permissions to fetch asset details.
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### Secret Key

Generated Secret Key for a user that has the permissions to fetch asset details.

To generate Access Key and Secret Key:

* In Nessus, in the top navigation bar, click Settings. The About page appears.
* The My Account page appears.
* A dialog box appears, confirming your selection to generate a new API key.
* Your new API key appears.

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🔵 Note\
Click for more information.
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### Port

Port number (optional, default: 8834).
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### SSL

Use SSL for connection (optional, default: Encrypted).
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### Include Folders

Include folders in the discovery (optional).
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⚠️ Attention\
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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