Discovery Configuration
ServiceNow CIS-Discovery Study Guide
Overview
Discovery configuration involves setting up credentials, behaviors, schedules, and understanding the four-phase PCIE process (Scanning, Classification, Identification, Exploration) that Discovery uses to populate the CMDB.
Why It Matters for the Exam
Discovery Configuration is 35% of the CIS-Discovery exam. Questions cover credential types (Windows, SSH, SNMP, PowerShell), behaviors, discovery schedules, the PCIE phases, ECC Queue, and troubleshooting common errors.
Key Concepts to Master
1Credential types (Windows, SSH, SNMP, PowerShell)
2Credential aliases and affinity
3Credential-less discovery with Nmap
4Behaviors for device-specific discovery
5Discovery schedules and clusters
6PCIE phases (Scanning, Classification, Identification, Exploration)
7ECC Queue and discovery status
8Discovery error troubleshooting
💡 Exam Tips & Strategy
Know that Windows/SSH authentication happens during Classification. Understand credential-less discovery using Nmap. Remember the four PCIE phases and what happens in each. Be familiar with common discovery errors and their resolution.
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Practice Questions
35%
Exam Weight
CIS-Discovery
Certification