Deployment of M365 Connectors in ExSign Using a Valid Certificate

ExSign Email Signatures for Microsoft Exchange Server

Overview:
This article provides step-by-step guidance on deploying Microsoft 365 connectors using a valid .pfx certificate in ExSign. Ensure that the certificate is correctly placed, configured, and referenced throughout the process to enable a successful setup.

Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Place the Certificate File
  • Copy your valid .pfx certificate file to the following directory on the server where the ExSign Agent is installed:
  • C:\Program Files\ExSign M365 Agent\Certs
  • Ensure that the certificate file name remains exactly the same as the original.
     
     


2. Configure Certificate in the ExSign Agent Utility
  • Open the ExSign Agent Utility.
  • Enter the FQDN name using the certificate subject name.
  • Provide the certificate password in the appropriate field.
  • Click Save to apply the changes.
     

3. Configure Certificate in the Portal (Connectors Flow)
  • Log into the ExSign Portal.
  • Go to:
     Entities > Manage Entities > Actions > M365 Connector Settings
  • In the Connectors Flow section:
    • Select certificate-based.
    • Provide the certificate subject name in the following fields:
      • ExSign Inbound Connector
      • ExSign Outbound Connector


4. Deploy Connectors Automatically
  • Navigate to:
     Organizations > Manage Organizations > Actions > Manage M365 Connectors
  • Click on Deploy Connectors Automatically to finalize the setup.
     
     
     

Note:
  • Ensure the certificate is valid, not expired, and includes a private key.
  • The subject name should match the details used in the certificate-based authentication settings.

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Article ID: 3477, , Modified: 7/3/2025 at 6:08 AM

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