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Functions
2.36.3.4 Generate and Upload EC Keys
This chapter describes how to create a valid EC key and upload them to the EDS500 managed
switches. Based on the external key you have the possibility to create a self-signed certificate
or a CSR file based by the EDS500 managed switches.
In addition, a certificate can also be created without the EDS500 managed switches by using
the XCA Tool. This option is described at the end of this chapter.
Create the EC Key
1 Start the XCA Tool and select New Key in the tab Private Keys.
2 A dialog box opens. Select EC as Keytype and prime256v1: X9.62/SECG curve over a 256 bit
prime field as Curve name. Click on Create.
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