Operational Tasks

This chapter describes some of the most common operational procedures a User, Administrator or Security Officer may perform during normal ProtectToolkit-C operation.

Before attempting any of the procedures in this chapter, ensure that ProtectToolkit-C has been installed and configured for normal runtime use. You can find more information about the frequently-referenced command line utilities in Command Line Utilities Reference. Many of these functions can also be achieved with the GUI-based tools, which are described in Key Management Utility (KMU) Reference and Administration Utility (gCTAdmin) Reference.

This chapter contains the following sections:

>Changing a User or Security Officer PIN

>Secure Key Backup and Restoration

>Adding and Removing Slots

>Re-initializing a Token

>Multifactor Authentication (One-Time Password)

>Connecting and Removing Smart Card Readers

>Using Transport Mode to Avoid a Board Removal Tamper

>Adjusting the HSM Clock

>Changing Secure Messaging Mode

>Managing Session Key Rollover

>Using the System Event Log

>Updating the HSM Firmware

>Tampering or Decommissioning the HSM

>RMA and Shipping Back to Thales

>Installing a Functionality Module

>Key Entry via PIN Pad