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# Create Connection and Credential alias for SCCM deployments

# Create Connection and Credential alias for SCCM deployments {#ariaid-title1}

Release version: Brazil  
Updated September 10, 2026  
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Microsoft System Center
Configuration Manager (SCCM) requires the appropriate credentials to deploy applications
using the Client Software Distribution application.

## Before you begin

Role required: sn_client_sf_dist.csd_admin or admin

## About this task

Client software distribution requires Windows credentials that have administrative
rights on the SCCM server.

## Procedure

1. Navigate to AllConnections \& CredentialsConnection \& Credential Aliases.
2. Click New.
3. On the form, fill in the fields.  
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   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | Name | Name to uniquely identify the alias. For example, <kbd class="ph userinput">CSD Alias</kbd>. |
   | ID | System generated unique ID. |
   | Application | Application scope that contains this record. |
   | Type | Alias type. Select Connection and Credential. |
   | Connection type | Connection type. Select Basic. |
   | Support Multiple Active Connections | Option to specify if the alias supports multiple active connections. |
   | Default Retry Policy | Default retry policy associated with Connection Alias. |
   | Configuration Template | Template that defines the inputs required to set up the spoke. |
   [Table 1. Connection \& Credential Aliases form]

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4. Right-click the form header, and click Save.
5. Click the Create New Connection \& Credential related link.
6. On the form, fill in the fields.  
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   | Field | Description |
   |-|-|
   | SCCM Server Instance Name | Name to uniquely identify the SCCM server. |
   | Host | Fully qualified domain name of the target host where the SCCM server is installed. |
   | Credential Name | Credential record associated with the connection and credential alias. |
   | User Name | User name with access to the target Windows host. |
   | Password | Password for the account. |
   [Table 2. Create Connection and Credential form]

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7. Click Create.
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## Result

Connection record and SCCM Server Instance are created and associated with the connection and credential alias.

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