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CAUTION: If the TPM is removed from the original server and powered up on a different server, data
stored in the TPM including keys will be erased.
IMPORTANT: In UEFI Boot Mode, the TPM 2.0 Kit can be configured to operate as TPM 2.0 (default) or
TPM 1.2 on a supported server. In Legacy Boot Mode, the configuration can be changed between TPM
1.2 and TPM 2.0, but only TPM 1.2 operation is supported.
Trusted Platform Module 2.0 guidelines
CAUTION: Always observe the guidelines in this document. Failure to follow these guidelines can cause
hardware damage or halt data access.
Hitachi Vantara SPECIAL REMINDER: Before enabling TPM functionality on this system, you must
ensure that your intended use of TPM complies with relevant local laws, regulations and policies, and
approvals or licenses must be obtained if applicable.
For any compliance issues arising from your operation/usage of TPM which violates the above mentioned
requirement, you shall bear all the liabilities wholly and solely. Hitachi Vantara will not be responsible for
any related liabilities.
When installing or replacing a TPM, observe the following guidelines:
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Do not remove an installed TPM. Once installed, the TPM becomes a permanent part of the system
board.
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When installing or replacing hardware, Hitachi Vantara service providers cannot enable the TPM
or the encryption technology. For security reasons, only the customer can enable these features.
When returning a system board for service replacement, do not remove the TPM from the system
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board. When requested, Service provides a TPM with the spare system board.
Any attempt to remove the cover of an installed TPM from the system board can damage the TPM
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cover, the TPM, and the system board.
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If the TPM is removed from the original server and powered up on a different server, all data stored
in the TPM including keys will be erased.
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When using BitLocker, always retain the recovery key/password. The recovery key/password is
required to complete Recovery Mode after BitLocker detects a possible compromise of system
integrity.
Hitachi Vantara is not liable for blocked data access caused by improper TPM use. For operating
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instructions, see the TPM documentation or the encryption technology feature documentation
provided by the operating system.
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