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title: "PAM Resource"
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sidebarTitle: "Resources"
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description: "Learn how to add and configure resources like databases and servers, and set up automated credential rotation."
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---
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A resource represents a target system, such as a database, server, or application, that you want to manage access to. Some examples of resources are:
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- PostgreSQL Database
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- MCP Server
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- Linux Server
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- Web Application
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## Prerequisites
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Before you can create a resource, you must have an **Infisical Gateway** deployed that is able to reach the target resource over the network.
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The Gateway acts as a secure bridge, allowing Infisical to reach your private infrastructure without exposing it to the public internet. When creating a resource, you will be asked to specify which Gateway should be used to connect to it.
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[Read the Gateway Deployment Guide](/documentation/platform/gateways/gateway-deployment)
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## Creating a Resource
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To add a resource, navigate to the **Resources** tab in your PAM project and click **Add Resource**.
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Next, select the type of resource you want to add.
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After selecting a resource type, provide the necessary connection details. The required fields vary depending on the resource type.
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**Important**: You must select the **Gateway** that has network access to this resource.
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In this PostgreSQL example, you provide details such as host, port, gateway, and database name.
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Clicking **Create Resource** will trigger a connection test from the selected Gateway to your target resource. If the connection fails, an error message will be displayed to help you troubleshoot (usually indicating a network firewall issue between the Gateway and the Resource).
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## Automated Credential Rotation
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Some resources, such as PostgreSQL, support automated credential rotation to enhance your security posture. This feature requires configuring a privileged "Rotation Account" on the resource.
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To learn more about how to configure this, please refer to the [Credential Rotation guide](/documentation/platform/pam/product-reference/credential-rotation).
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