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Netprobe - How to Transition a Windows Netprobe from Insecure to Secure Mode
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Insecure Windows Netprobe, Secure Windows Netprobe, Change Windows Netprobe from Insecure to Secure
Problem Copied
How can I change a Windows Netprobe from Insecure to Secure if I have a service that is running in the background?
Possible solution Copied
1. Stop the Netprobe service Copied
From an elevated command prompt or Services GUI:
net stop <NetprobeServiceName>
2. Back up the registry key Copied
In regedit, right-click the service key → Export.
3. Edit the ImagePath Copied
- Open regedit
- Navigate to the service key
- Double-click ImagePath
4. Add SSL parameters Copied
Append the SSL options required by your setup:
5. Start the service again Copied
net start <NetprobeServiceName>
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["Geneos > Netprobe"]
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