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.

2.Install and connect the hardware, as described in ProtectServer PCIe 2 Installation.

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 2 Installation Issues.