What occurs if all Windows credentials fail during Discovery?

When all Windows credentials fail during the Discovery process, the system will attempt to use the Windows Service Credential. This is an important mechanism within ServiceNow Discovery, as it allows for resilience and flexibility in authentication. The Windows Service Credential is a fallback option designed to ensure that Discovery can continue running and potentially gather data, even if the primary set of Windows credentials is unsuccessful.

Utilizing the Windows Service Credential can help maintain continuity in the discovery process by providing a structured way to authenticate with Windows systems when initial attempts do not succeed. This strategy is especially valuable in environments where multiple credentials may be configured and where failure of some may occur due to various reasons such as expired passwords or misconfigurations.

Consequently, leveraging the Windows Service Credential not only helps to gather essential data but also aids in reducing downtime in the discovery process, thereby ensuring that the systems being studied can be accurately assessed and cataloged.