Importing a host key

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You may import existing certificates or public key for use in validating the identity of remote hosts in secure client connections.  To import an existing certificate or public key open the Key Manager by selecting Keys from the main menu.  The Key Manager will be displayed.  Select the Host Keys tab and click on the Import > Import File button. The Import dialog is displayed.

 

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Key alias -  The local alias which will be used for storing in the servers local keystore.  This may be any value of your choice.

 

Key file - The source certificate/public key file path to import from.