Validate a MID Server

  • Release version: Australia
  • Updated April 28, 2026
  • 1 minute to read
  • Validate a newly installed MID Server so it can communicate with the ServiceNow instance. During validation, you can optionally define which applications, capabilities, and IP ranges the MID Servers is allowed to use.

    Before you begin

    Verify the following:

    Role required: admin

    About this task

    Validating a MID Server establishes trust between ServiceNow and the MID Server, allowing it to securely access credentials and perform automation and Discovery tasks while preventing untrusted systems from executing work on behalf of the instance.

    Procedure

    1. Navigate to Configuration Summary > Discovery > Platform foundations.
    2. Select Validate MID server.
    3. Select the Application manager icon ().
      The ITOM Infra Services Workspace displays.
    4. In the Total MID Servers list, select the check box next to the MID Server you want to validate.
    5. Select the Server Actions drop-down list and select Validate.
    6. Select X to close the window and return to the Configuration Console.
    7. To complete the setup, select Mark as configured.