Specifications
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Once accepted, you will be redirected to the initial registration screen that begins the walk-through. Click Continue.
The first step is to create an account for the Nessus server. The initial account will be an administrator; this account has
access to execute commands on the underlying OS of the Nessus installation, so it should be considered in the same
manner as any other administrator account:
The next screen requests a plugin Activation Code and allows you to configure optional proxy settings. If you do not have
a code, you can obtain one via the Tenable Support Portal or through your sales channel. Once registered, you will then
receive an email with a link to activate the code. You must activate your code within 24 hours for Nessus to continue to
operate.