The warning message nginx: [warn] protocol options redefined for 203.0.113.2 typically indicates that there might be a redundancy or conflicting configuration for the protocol options in your Nginx configuration files.

Here are steps you can take to address this issue:

1. Check nginx Configuration Files:

   • Open your nginx configuration files (usually located in /etc/nginx/ or /usr/local/nginx/conf/) and review the configuration related to the IP address 203.0.113.2.

2. Look for Duplicate or Conflicting Protocol Options:

   • Check if there are multiple instances where protocol options are set for the IP address 203.0.113.2. It's possible that these options are being defined more than once, which can cause conflicts.

3. Consolidate Protocol Options:

   • If you find multiple entries for protocol options for the same IP address, consolidate them into a single configuration block. This ensures that there's only one set of protocol options defined for that IP.

   Example:

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   server { listen 203.0.113.2:80; listen [::]:80; ... ssl_protocols TLSv1.2 TLSv1.3; # Your protocol options }

4. Check Included Configuration Files:

   • If you use include directives in your nginx configuration, make sure that included files do not also define protocol options for the same IP.

5. Verify Syntax with nginx -t:

   • After making any changes, run nginx -t to test the syntax of your configuration files. This will help you identify any syntax errors or warnings.

6. Reload nginx:

   • If nginx -t indicates that the syntax is correct, you can reload nginx to apply the changes:

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     sudo systemctl reload nginx

7. Check Logs for Details:

   • Review the Nginx error logs for more detailed information about the warning. The logs may provide additional context that can help identify the specific configuration causing the warning.

8. Consult nginx Documentation:

   • If you're unsure about the specific configuration options or their usage, refer to the official Nginx documentation for guidance.

By following these steps and addressing any duplicate or conflicting configuration entries for the IP address in question, you should be able to resolve the warning message. Remember to always back up your configuration files before making any significant changes.