Understanding the Authenticate Name Option on Server SSL profile on BIG-IP

Quick Intro Have you ever wondered what this little option on Server SSL profile really does in practice? This is what this article is all about. If you're only interested about what I learn...
Published Apr 20, 2020
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Apr 21, 2020

Hey nikzin, if both pool members are using a certificate with same CN/SubjectAltName that matches FQDN in Authenticate Name (or even the same certificate), it should be fine. Otherwise, you don't need to use Authenticate Name option as it's just another layer of authentication and pretty much leave it blank.

 

Cheers,

Rodrigo