Absolute

Introduction

This guide explains how to authenticate the Absolute connector in Swimlane using token-based authentication. You will generate API credentials in the Absolute platform, collect the required identifiers, and configure the connector asset in Swimlane Turbine.

Prerequisites

Absolute Access Requirements

You must have administrative access to the Absolute console with permissions to:

Access the Absolute API

Generate API credentials

Manage devices and device groups

Required Credentials

During setup you will collect:

Absolute API Base URL

Token ID

Token Secret

Authentication Method Overview

The Absolute connector authenticates using a token-based authentication mechanism consisting of a Token ID and Token Secret.

Absolute API Setup

Take the following steps to generate API credentials in Absolute:

Navigate to the API or Developer Settings section.

Create a new API integration or API credential.

Generate a Token ID and Token Secret.

Copy the Token ID and Token Secret.

Store the credentials securely for use in Swimlane.

Connector Configuration in Swimlane

Take the following steps to configure the Absolute connector asset in Swimlane.

From the left-hand navigation pane click ORCHESTRATION and then Assets.

The Asset homepage opens.

Click the plus icon to open the Configure your Connector Asset window.

Select Absolute from the Asset type list.

Fill in the Asset Settings and Asset Input as shown below.

Configuration Parameters

Field	Description	Required
url	Absolute API endpoint URL	Required
token_id	Token ID generated in Absolute	Required
token_secret	Token Secret associated with the Token ID	Required
verify_ssl	Enable or disable SSL certificate verification	Optional
http_proxy	Proxy configuration	Optional

Troubleshooting

If authentication fails:

Ensure the Token ID and Token Secret are correct.

Verify the API Base URL is correct.

Confirm the API credentials are active.

Check SSL verification settings if using internal certificates.

Validate proxy configuration if network traffic is routed through a proxy.

Sources

• Absolute API Documentation: https://developer.absolute.com/

Result

You have successfully authenticated the Absolute connector in Swimlane.