SSH Credential Profile in ObserveOps
Use the SSH protocol to monitor Linux and Unix servers through Secure Shell.
Required Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| User Name | The SSH username on the target server that ObserveOps uses to log in. |
| Password | The password for the SSH account above. Leave this empty if the server uses key-based authentication. |
| SSH Key | The private key for key-based authentication. Paste the full private key here if your server does not use a password. |
| Passphrase | The passphrase that protects the SSH private key above, if one is set. |
| CLI Options | Additional command-line interface settings for devices that require enable mode or config mode access. Check this box to reveal the CLI options fields. |
Related Topics
- Credential Profile Overview: create, edit, delete, and assign credential profiles
- Adding Servers: full walkthrough for Linux/Unix server discovery and provisioning