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title: Step 4: Verify Edge Device Activation in Belden Horizon Data Operations
slug: bhdm/step-4-verify-edge-device-activation-in-belden-horizon-data-operations
createdAt: 2023-08-11T14:10:31.910Z
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After you have approved the activation request in Belden Horizon Data Manager, return to Belden Horizon Data Operations to verify the activation was successful. 

**To verify the activation was successful:**

1. From the navigation panel, select **System** > **Tokens**.
2. From *REST API Keys*, verify the creation of a **System API key (read only)**.

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3. From the navigation panel, select **System** > **Certificates > Identity**.
4. From *Identity Certificates*, verify the creation of an **Identity Certificate** issued by *Belden Horizon Data Manager*.

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# Next Step

Proceed to [Step 5: Enable Default Generic MQTT SSL Connector in Belden Horizon Data Operations](docId\:sWhtsO-vkEtEqILU9b9yC).