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title: "Joining a Collector"
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# Joining a Collector

## Overview

This document provides step-by-step instructions for joining a BluVector collector to the BluVector Central Manager. The Central Manager serves as the centralized control and administration hub for managing all BluVector appliances across your network. Joining a collector enables it to communicate with the Central Manager for coordinated threat detection and response.

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## Prerequisites

- Access to the BluVector Central Manager with administrative credentials.
- Hostname and credential information for the collector to be joined.
- Network connectivity between the Central Manager and the collector.
- The Central Manager is accessible on port 9090.

## Joining a Collector to the Central Manager

### Step 1: Access the Central Manager

1. Open a web browser and navigate to the BluVector Central Manager URL on port 9090 (e.g., `https://<central-manager-ip>:9090`).
2. Log in using your administrative credentials.

### Step 2: Add a New Collector

1. In the Central Manager interface, locate the left panel.
2. Click **BV Join** to access the collector management section.
3. Select **Add Collectors** from the available options.

### Step 3: Enter Collector Details

1. In the **Add Collectors** form, enter the following information:
  - **Hostname**: The hostname or IP address of the collector.
  - **Credentials**: The administrative credentials required to authenticate the collector.
2. Verify the entered details for accuracy.
3. Click **Join** to initiate the connection process.

### Step 4: Verify Collector Status

1. To check the status of the collector:
  - Click the **Question Mark** icon next to the collector in the Central Manager interface, or
  - Click **View Status** in the top panel of the Central Manager dashboard.
2. The status will display as **Joined** once the collector has successfully connected to the Central Manager.

## Troubleshooting

- **Connection Failure**: Ensure the collector’s hostname and credentials are correct and that network connectivity is established.
- **Status Not Updating**: Refresh the Central Manager interface or check the collector’s network configuration.
- **Port Issues**: Verify that port 9090 is open and accessible for the Central Manager.

## Support

For additional assistance, contact your BluVector account team or visit our support portal.