NGINX /etc/nginx/scgi_params.default
Compatibility
File Info
- Size
- 18 lines
- MD5
- df8c71e25e0356ffc539742f08fddfff
- SHA256
- f27b2027c571ccafcfb0fbb3f54d7aeee11a984e3a0f5a1fdf14629030fc9011
Quick Commands
curl https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/df8c71e25e0356ffc539742f08fddfff?hint=scgi_params.default
wget -O scgi_params.default https://exampleconfig.com/api/v1/config/original/df8c71e25e0356ffc539742f08fddfff?hint=scgi_params.default
scgi_param REQUEST_METHOD $request_method; scgi_param REQUEST_URI $request_uri; scgi_param QUERY_STRING $query_string; scgi_param CONTENT_TYPE $content_type; scgi_param DOCUMENT_URI $document_uri; scgi_param DOCUMENT_ROOT $document_root; scgi_param SCGI 1; scgi_param SERVER_PROTOCOL $server_protocol; scgi_param REQUEST_SCHEME $scheme; scgi_param HTTPS $https if_not_empty; scgi_param REMOTE_ADDR $remote_addr; scgi_param REMOTE_PORT $remote_port; scgi_param SERVER_PORT $server_port; scgi_param SERVER_NAME $server_name;
How to Install NGINX
Alpine Linux
sudo apk add nginx
Debian
sudo apt update && sudo apt install nginx
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
sudo yum install nginx
Ubuntu
sudo apt update && sudo apt install nginx
Configuration File Location
Complete NGINX Configuration Guide
- What is scgi_params.default?
- Get the authentic, unmodified 'scgi_params.default' configuration file from a fresh Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 (Plow) installation. This is the exact default NGINX configuration that ships with the official package, perfect for restoring corrupted configs or understanding baseline settings.
- Technical Details
- Located at '/etc/nginx/scgi_params.default', this 18-line file contains the production-ready directives for HTTP server blocks, SSL/TLS termination, gzip compression, and worker process optimization. Essential for web servers, reverse proxies, load balancers, and API gateways serving millions of requests.
- Common Configuration Question
- How do you configure NGINX for optimal performance, security, and scalability on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9?
- Why Use This Configuration?
- This original configuration provides the foundation for high-performance web serving. Includes security headers, SSL best practices, and performance optimizations. Critical for DevOps engineers, system administrators, and web developers building production infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use this scgi_params.default file?
Use this original configuration file when you need to restore NGINX to its default state after misconfiguration, during fresh installations, or as a baseline for customization. It's particularly useful for troubleshooting when your current config isn't working properly.
How do I restore NGINX to default settings?
Download this file and replace your current configuration at /etc/nginx/scgi_params.default. Make sure to backup your existing configuration first, then restart the NGINX service to apply the changes.
Is this scgi_params.default file secure for production use?
This is the factory-default configuration that ships with NGINX on Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 (Plow). While it provides a secure baseline, you should review and customize security settings based on your specific production requirements and compliance needs.
What's the difference between this and other OS versions?
This configuration is specifically from Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9 (Plow). Different operating systems and versions may have slightly different default settings, security patches, or feature availability. Check the compatibility section above for other OS versions.
Can I use this configuration file for NGINX troubleshooting?
Yes, this original configuration is excellent for troubleshooting. Compare it with your current settings to identify modifications that might be causing issues, or temporarily replace your config with this one to isolate problems.
