TSM500i and TsmWeb User Guide (PCI HSM v3) (PR-D2-1037 Rev 1.1)
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Zazoo Limited, Co. No 9265606 | Directors: Dr S C P Belamant (French),
Mr H G Kotze, Mr P M Belamant | Company Secretary: Ms C W van Straaten
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1.3
KCED DESCRIPTION
The Key Component Entry Device (KCED) is secure handheld terminal that is used for the following purposes:
Entry of Cryptographic Passwords (refer section 2.8 and section 3)
Entry of Key Components (refer section 2.13)
Generation of Key Components (refer section 2.13)
The KCED connects directly to the TSM500i hardware security module by means of a serial interface. In the
case of a TSM500i-NSS, it connects to the “KCED” port on the front panel. In the case of a TSM500i-PCIe, it
connects to the RED port on the connector panel (this is the connector closest to the status LEDs).
Whenever the KCED is connected to the HSM, the Cryptographic Officers must inspect the HSM, the
externally connected device, and the inter-connecting cable for any signs of tampering or insertion of a
bugging device.
Note: Examples of signs that a device might have been tampered with or substituted include unexpected
attachments or cables plugged into the device, missing or changed security labels, broken or differently
coloured casing, or changes to the serial number or other external markings
TSM500i-PCIe KCED PORT
TSM500i LEDs
TSM500i LEDs TSM500i-NSS KCED PORT
The above photographs identify the 9-way connector to be used by the KCED on the TSM500i-PCIe and
TSM500i-NSS.
