Chapter 3: ProtectServer External 2 Plus Installation and Configuration
Figure 9: ProtectServer External 2 Plus front panel
Item
Name
Description
a
LCD system status screen
Displays "Protect" when system is operational.
b
Serial (console) port
Local connection for initial setup, and for admin account reset
(local-only action for security purposes).
c
Ventilation fan-filter cover
Removable bracket allows cleaning of air filter.
d
Fan filter cover retaining screw
A captive thumb-screw (no tool needed).
e
Mounts for removable front bezel
The protective front bezel mounts on the appliance front panel.
Spring clips behind the bezel engage the mounting posts at the
left and right ends of the appliances front panel.
f
Rack-mount tabs (removable)
Use the tabs on the front and the sliding tabs towards the rear
of the appliance to support your SafeNet appliance in a
compatible equipment rack.
g
Securing screw for fan bay
Torx screw secures the fan bay.
CAUTION!
Opening the fan bay will trigger a
tamper event on the device.
h/i
USB ports
Unconfigured USB ports. These ports are not necessary for
any ProtectServer operations and are left unconfigured for
security purposes.
HSM serial port pin configuration
The serial port on the USB-to-serial cable, illustrated below, uses a standard RS232 male DB9 pinout:
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