You are starting the process to create a server certificate so it can be installed in the Avaya Session Border Controller (SBC). What must be done before creating a server certificate for SBC?

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Options

• AGenerate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) in SBC.
• BRun initTM -d from SBC CLI.
• CAdd End Entity in Session Manager.
• DDownload a CA PEM file from System Manager.

• A
  94% (47)
• C
  2% (1)
• D
  4% (2)

Explanation

Generating a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) is the mandatory first step because the CSR captures the SBC's identity information (domain name, organization, etc.) and produces the public key that will be embedded in the signed certificate - without it, there is nothing to submit to a Certificate Authority (CA) for signing.

Why the distractors are wrong:

• B (initTM -d): This CLI command relates to Trust Management initialization, not the certificate creation workflow - it's a separate administrative operation.
• C (Add End Entity in Session Manager): End entities are added in Session Manager for SIP device enrollment, not as a prerequisite for generating an SBC server certificate.
• D (Download a CA PEM file from System Manager): Downloading the CA file comes after the CSR has been signed - you need the CSR first before a CA can issue anything to you.

Memory tip: Think of it like applying for a passport - you must fill out the application form (CSR) before the government (CA) can issue you the document (certificate). The CSR always comes first.

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