Retrieving tokens for BMC Helix Edge node and core

Retrieving tokens for both the BMC Helix Edge node and core before you monitor service health is an essential security measure that promotes controlled and secure access. These tokens foster a safe and reliable environment for service management and monitoring.

To retrieve a token for the node

1. Log in to the machine where you deployed the BMC Helix Edge node.
2. Change the directory (cd) to where you extracted the BMC Helix Edge node installer package.

3. Run the following command:

   make get-consul-token

   The command returns the secret token to log in.

4. Copy and store this token.
5.  Use the secret token during the login process.

To retrieve a token for the core

1. Log in to the machine from which you initiated the BMC Helix Edge core Kubernetes installation.
2. Change the directory (cd) to where you extracted the BMC Helix Edge core installer package.
   For example: /opt/bmc/hedge/hedge-core

3. Run the following command:

   ./deploy.sh <namespace> -token

   <namespace> is the Kubernetes namespace where you installed BMC Helix Edge.
   The command returns the secret token for login.

4. Copy and store this token.
5. Use the secret token during the login process.