Installing the ProtectServer 3 External hardware
Since the ProtectServer 3 External is delivered with the necessary software pre-installed, no software installation is necessary on the unit itself.
After installation, confirm that the unit is operating correctly and configure the network settings. These steps are covered in First login and system test.
To install the ProtectServer 3 External hardware
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Choose a suitable location to site the equipment. You can mount the ProtectServer 3 External in a standard 19-inch rack.
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The power supply cord acts as the unit's disconnect device. The main outlet socket to which the unit is connected must be easily accessible.
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Connect the ProtectServer 3 External to the network by inserting standard Ethernet cables into the LAN connectors located on the unit's front face (labelled eth0 and eth1). The client machine(s) with SafeNet cryptographic API software installed should be hosted on the same network.
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The ProtectServer 3 External is equipped with two NICs (eth0 and eth1) incorporating an IPv4/IPv6 dual stack, allowing you to configure both an IPv4 and IPv6 address on each interface. If you intend to use both NICs, connect Ethernet cables to both LAN connectors.
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Connect the power cable to the unit and a suitable power source. The ProtectServer 3 External is equipped with an autosensing power supply that can accept 100-240V at 50-60Hz.
Smart card reader installation
The unit supports the use of smart cards with a Thales-supplied smart card reader. Other smart card readers are not supported.
To install the USB card reader, plug the card reader into the HSM USB port highlighted below.
Next, see First login and system test.