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Configuring the SMTP server

You must configure an SMTP server for notification services within the Data services on premises application, focusing specifically on generating an application-specific password (App Password) for email integration.

You must generate an application-specific password and integrate the SMTP server within the Data services on premises.
The Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) must be enabled on your email account. Appication passwords cannot be generated unless 2FA is active.

Creating an Application password for Gmail

Follow these steps to create a password for a Google or Gmail accounts:

  1. Access Security Settings: Log in to your Google Account and navigate to the Security tab.
  2. Navigate to App Passwords: Under the Signing in to Google section, locate and click on App Passwords.
  3. Create Entry: Select the application you are generating the password for (you can select Other and provide a custom name like Notification Service.
  4. Generate and Copy: Click Generate. A unique 16-character password appears.
  5. Finalize: Copy the password immediately and store it securely for use in the Data services on premises application.

Generating an App for Microsoft Outlook

Follow these steps to create a password for Microsoft or Outlook accounts:

  1. Access Security Options: Log in to your Microsoft account and navigate to the Security section.
  2. Advanced Security: Select Advanced security options.
  3. Locate App Passwords: Scroll to the App passwords section and select Create a new app password.
  4. Copy the Password: Once the unique password is created, copy the password immediately and store it securely.

Integrating the SMTP Server in PVC Notification Service

Follow these steps to configure the notification service within the Data Services on premises application. Before you proceed, you must have the information related to SMTP and generated application password.

Accessing the Channel Integrations Tab

  1. Log in to the Cloudera Management Console.
  2. Navigate to the Notification settings page under the sidebar.
  3. Click the Channel Integrations tab.

SMTP Configuration Details

Enter the required SMTP information into the corresponding fields:

Field Description Example Value (Gmail)
SMTP Host The outgoing mail server address. smtp.gmail.com
SMTP Port The port number used for the SMTP connection. 587
Email The full email address from which notifications will be sent. notifications@example.com
App Password The unique, generated Application-specific Password. aidksmfks

Click Submit. Once the process is completed successfully, the SMTP server is configured.