CHAPTER 1:
ProtectServer PCIe 2
Hardware Installation
The ProtectServer PCIe 2 is the second-generation intelligent ProtectServer cryptographic services PCIe
adapter, replacing the ProtectServer PSI-E.
ProtectServer may employ either generic processing or high-speed DES and RSA hardware acceleration. Key
storage security is ensured by persistent, tamper-protected memory. Multiple adapters may be installed in a
single host computer to improve throughput or provide redundancy.
This guide provides instructions for installing a ProtectServer cryptographic services hardware adapter. To
ensure a successful installation, perform the following tasks in the order indicated:
1.
Ensure that you have all of the required components, as listed in
"ProtectServer PCIe 2 Required Items" on
.
2.
Install and connect the hardware, as described in
"ProtectServer PCIe 2 Installation" on page 13
.
The ProtectServer PCIe 2 has been tested with a variety of representative systems/servers with compliant PCI
express slots. When a compatibility problem with a current brand and model computer arises, that information
is made available via the Thales Support Portal. To troubleshoot a ProtectServer PCIe 2 installation issue that
you are experiencing, refer to
ProtectServer PCIe 2Installation Issues
.
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