hsmreset

This utility clears the HSM of any outstanding requests and prepares it to continue normal operation. It can be used when the HSM is in a normal or halt state.

Syntax

hsmreset [-d<instance>] [-f] [-h] [-?] [-v]

Option Description
-d <instance> This option will reset only the device specified. To list the available devices, run hsmstate without any options included.
-f Force an HSM reset without prompting for confirmation.
-h, -? Display helpful usage information.
-v Verbose flag. This will display a more detailed report about the HSM.

Example

The command hsmreset will reset the first HSM. Upon execution, the following message displays:

HSM is in normal mode. Resetting it might disturb other applications.
Continue [N/Y]:

Type Y to complete the operation.