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Last updated: Sep 26, 2026 21:15 UTC

Upload and Configure Kerberos Keytabs After Cluster Configuration

Use this page to upload and apply Kerberos configuration files after a cluster has been configured.


Before You Begin

Ensure that you have the following files:

  • Kerberos keytab file
  • krb5.conf file


Upload Kerberos Files

  • In the Pulse Admin UI, select the cluster for which you want to configure Kerberos authentication.
  • Click Upload.
  • Upload the Kerberos keytab file and the krb5.conf file.


Apply the Kerberos Configuration

  • Click Actions.
  • Select Apply Kerberos Config.
  • Wait for the operation to complete successfully.


Push the Configuration to the Database and Agents

  • Click DB Push to update the configuration in databases.
  • Click Reconfigure to propagate the updated Kerberos configuration to agents.


Restart Add-on Services

  • Navigate to Overview.
  • In the Installed Addons list, select the add-on services that require the updated Kerberos configuration.
  • Click Restart.

The restarted services load the updated Kerberos keytab and configuration files.