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Command Line - API

What can I do here?

Use this window to enter API commands or run API scripts.

Getting Here

Getting Here - Open command line window for management scripting - F9.

Understanding the API Server

If you do not see the command line window, make sure the startup settings and access settings for the API server are correctly configured in Manage & Settings > Blades > Management API > Advanced Settings.

Managing Security through API and CLI

You can configure and control the Management Server with the new command line tools and through web services. You must first configure the API server.

The API server runs scripts that automate daily tasks and integrate the Check Point solutions with third party systems such as virtualization servers, ticketing systems, and change management systems.

You can use these tools to run API scripts on the Management Server:

All API clients use the same port as the Gaia Portal.

To learn more about the management APIs, to see code samples, and to take advantage of user forums, see:

Management API Settings

To apply changes, you must publish the session, and run the api restart command on the Security Management Server.