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NetBackup™ Status Codes Reference Guide

NetBackup status code: 8517

Message: The specified SSL cipher cannot be used.

Explanation: NetBackup encountered an issue while the specified cipher list for SSL communication was set.

Recommended Action: Ensure that the cipher that is configured on the virtualization server is present in the cipher list on the host. Also ensure that the specified cipher list is in the correct format.

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