Endpoints

An Endpoint is a foundational Configuration Item that represents a specific location or interface used to send or receive files. Endpoints are the secure connection points, as either the Source or Destination, that comprise the Pipelines through which your data flows. You can configure Endpoints with all the necessary protocol settings, authentication methods, and file paths required to establish secure and reliable connections.

Endpoints provide the following features:

1. Secure Connectivity: Endpoints establish the secure connection points for your file transfers, incorporating appropriate authentication and encryption methods.
2. Flexible Architecture: By defining standardized Endpoints, you can create multiple transfer routes (Pipelines) between various systems without reconfiguring connection details each time.
3. Centralized Management: Endpoints allow administrators to manage connection details in one place, simplifying updates and troubleshooting.
4. Scalability: As your file transfer needs grow, new Endpoints can be added to accommodate additional partners, systems, or protocols.
5. Protocol Abstraction: Endpoints abstract the technical details of various file transfer protocols, making it easier to establish connections regardless of the underlying technology.

Before You Begin

Plan your Endpoint configuration early to simplify Pipeline creation in the future. Keep the following tips in mind before creating Endpoints:

• Give your Endpoints descriptive names to facilitate Pipeline creation.
• Create a minimal set of reusable Endpoints that can be incorporated into multiple Pipelines.
• Endpoint types cannot be changed after saving; other settings can be edited.
• After creation, check your Endpoint status by using the Validate button. Validation behavior depends on the Endpoint type.

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UDMG allows creating identical Endpoints with unique names, but this practice is strongly discouraged due to potential downstream complications.

Endpoint Types

UDMG supports eight distinct Endpoint types, each with specialized configurations and management, to serve different connection needs:

1. Local Filesystem
2. Local AS2 Server
3. Remote AS2 Server
4. Local FTP Server (FTPS is supported)
5. Remote FTP Server (FTPS is supported)
6. Local HTTPS Server (WTC)
7. Local SFTP Server
8. Remote SFTP Server

See the individual Endpoint pages for details, including required and optional fields.

Configuration Structure

Each Endpoint consists of:

• Base Configuration: Essential settings are defined on the Endpoint page upon creation.
• Pipeline Configuration: Required and optional Endpoint-specific settings are added at the Pipeline level. This approach lets you reuse the same Endpoint across multiple Pipelines without duplicating the base configuration.