Cisco SR224T Administration Guide - Page 249

Using the SSL Feature 18 This section describes the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) feature. It contains the following topics: • SSL Overview • Default Settings and Configuration • SSL Server Authentication Settings SSL Overview The Secure Socket Layer (SSL) feature is used to open an HTTPS session to the device. An HTTPS session may be opened with the default certificate that exists on the device. Some browsers generate warnings when using a default certificate, since this certificate is not signed by a Certification Authority (CA). It is best practice to have a certificate signed by a trusted CA. To open an HTTPS session with a user-created certificate, perform the following actions: 1. Generate a certificate. 2. Request that the certificate be certified by a CA. 3. Import the signed certificate into the device. Default Settings and Configuration By default, the switch contains a certificate that can be modified. Cisco Small Business 200 Series Smart Switch Administration Guide 250