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How to configure CRN to use https in URL?

Troubleshooting


Problem

How do you configure IBM Cognos ReportNet and Microsoft's IIS to use https in URL?

Resolving The Problem

Enable use of SSL for the Default Web Site of IIS.

Steps -

1. In IIS, open the the default web site properties. Click Directory security, Secure Communications, Edit.

2. Insert your security certificate and select the require secure channel selected check box.

3. Recycle the IIS service.

4. In Cognos Configuration, in the Environment section change the Gateway URI to https.

5. Import the necessary certificates into CRN/C8 truststore to prevent missing pictures in Reports.
For Details see KB 1019677.

6. Save and restart Cognos ReportNet.

7. Log into Cognos Connection using https.

Related Documents

KB 1019677

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Historical Number

1006111

Document Information

Modified date:
28 November 2022

UID

swg21338693