Configure Network and Certificate Settings

A Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate is a data file that allows a secure connection from the Onsite Server to a browser.

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Use the Certificate Configuration tab to configure the following SSL certificate settings:

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Laboratory Email—Contact email at the testing laboratory (requires a valid email address format).

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Organization Unit—Department.

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Organization—Name of testing laboratory.

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Location—Street address of testing laboratory.

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State—State location of testing laboratory.

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Country—Country location of testing laboratory.

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Certificate Thumbprint (SHA1)—Certification identification number.

The SHA1 makes sure that users do not get certificate warnings when accessing the VeriSeq NIPT Assay Software v2 – RUO. The SHA1 appears after generating or regenerating a certificate. For more information, refer to Regenerate a Certificate.

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Select Save to implement the changes made.

Configure Network and Server Settings

Coordinate all network and server setting changes with the IT administrator to avoid server connection errors.

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Use the Network Configuration tab to configure the following network and Onsite Server settings:

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Static IP Address—IP address designated for the Onsite Server.

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Subnet Mask—Local network subnet mask.

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Default Gateway Address—Default router IP address.

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Hostname—Designated name to reference the Onsite Server on the network (defined as localhost by default).

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DNS Suffix—Designated DNS suffix.

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Nameserver 1 and 2— DNS server IP addresses or names.

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NTP Time Server 1 and 2—Servers for Network Time Protocol (NTP) time synchronization.

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MAC Address—Server networking MAC address (read only).

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Timezone—Server local time zone.

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Confirm that the entries are correct, and then select Save to reboot the server and implement the changes made.

Incorrect settings can disrupt the connection with the server.

Download and Install a Certificate

To download and install an SSL certificate for the VeriSeq NIPT Assay Software v2 – RUO:

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From the Dashboard, select Configuration.

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Select the Certification Configuration tab.

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Select Download Certificate from the Network Configuration screen.

The root_cert.der certificate file downloads.

If you receive a prompt to save the file, choose a memorable location. If you do not receive a prompt, identify the default download location. Some browsers automatically save the file to a Downloads folder.

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Navigate to the folder on your computer where you saved the file.

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Right-click the root_cert.der file and select Install Certificate.

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If a Security Warning window displays, select Open to open the file.

The Certificate Import Wizard opens.

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In the Welcome window for the Certificate Import Wizard, select Local Machine for the Store Location, and then select Next.

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Select the option to Place all certificates in the following store, and then select the Browse... button.

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In the Select Certificate Store window, select Trusted Root Certification Authorities, and then select OK.

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Make sure that the Certificate Store field displays Trusted Root Certification Authorities, and then select Next.

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In the Completing the Certificate Import Wizard window, select Finish.

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If a Security Warning window displays, select Yes to install the certificate.

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In the successful import dialog box, select OK to exit the Wizard.

Regenerate a Certificate

Only Service Engineers and Administrators have permission to regenerate certificates and reboot the system.

To regenerate a certificate after network or certificate settings have changed:

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From the Network Configuration screen, select Regenerate Certificate.

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Select Regenerate Certificate and Reboot to proceed, or select Cancel to exit.