Cisco APIC Getting Started Guide, Release 6.2(x)

Access REST API

Updated: January 12, 2026

Overview

Use this procedure to access the APIC GUI, enabling you to configure the Cisco APIC through a supported browser. Ensure you follow the steps for handling unsigned certificates in Safari to maintain WebSocket connectivity.

The Cisco APIC can be configured using the REST API. Other options to configure the APIC are the GUI and CLI.

By using a script or a browser-based REST client, you can send an API POST or GET message of the form:

https://apic-ip-address/api/api-message-url

Use the out-of-band management IP address that you configured during the initial setup. You must send an authentication message to initiate an API session. Use the administrator login name and password that you configured during the initial setup.

Note

Only https is enabled by default. By default, http and http-to-https redirection are disabled.

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