# Velociraptor

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**Important**\
Velociraptor uses certificate-based authentication. You will need to get the CA Certificate from your **server.config.yaml** file and then generate a unique key/certificate for this client.
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### IP Address

This is the IP address to connect to your Velociraptor.
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### Port

This is the port number to connect to your Velociraptor.
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### Certificate File

This YAML file provides the credentials required for a secure connection. It must contain three key components: the server's **CA Certificate**, your client's unique **certificate**, and the corresponding **client private key**.
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### SSL Target Name

This setting helps verify the server's identity, which is essential for a secure connection. It must match the name the server's certificate was issued to. The default value is `VelociraptorServer`.
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**Attention**\
It is recommended to perform a connection test to verify that a valid connection to the Velociraptor host is established.\
Once the discovery process is complete, the details will appear on the **Assets** page.
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