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What ports are required to be opened for GFC

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Applies to

  • Global File Cache (GFC)
  • Core
  • Edge 
  • License Manager Server (LMS)

Answer

 
Services Port and URL requirements
Core and Edge communication

These ports need to be remain open between the Core and Edge for proper functionality. 

 TCP Ports 6618 - 6621
Edge and License Manager Server communication

This is how the edge validates its licensing. 

 TCP port 443
GFC License Management Server communication

TCP port 443
These URLs require external access over HTTPS  
     If you are using GFC subscription-based licensing:
     If you are using NetApp legacy-based licensing:
     If you are using NetApp NSS-based licensing: 

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