Using client certificates for RemoteConnector
SwyxIt! requires a valid client certificate for setting up a secure RemoteConnector connection.
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Prior to importing, have the password ready that was used to protect the client certificate during exporting.
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In SwyxON the password for creating the client certificate is not required.
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How to import a client certificate
1 Open the PFX file.
The Windows certificate import assistant will open.
2 Follow the steps laid out in the Certificate Import Wizard. Make sure to mark the private key as exportable and save the certificate under "Certificates - Current user | Own certificates | Certificates".
3 Wait until the confirmation for successful import appears and click on "OK."
The client certificate has been imported and saved in Windows certificate storage.
How to select the Client certificate in SwyxIt! connection settings.
1 Start SwyxIt!, click on “Settings| Local Settings”, and open the “Local Settings” tab.
2 Click on the "More" button.
The "RemoteConnector" dialog window will appear.
3 Activate the “Manual" option in the "Certificate" area.
4 Select the imported client certificate in the drop-down list.
5 Confirm this with “OK”.
The client certificate is now set for the Internet connection and used for authenticating to SwyxServer.
Last modified date: 08/01/2019