Environmental Requirements - Entrust nShield 5c Installation Manual

Dimensions: 43.4mm x 430mm x 690mm
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The module is compatible with 1U 19" rack systems.
Measurements given are height x width x length/depth. If the inner slide rails are
attached, the width of the unpackaged module is 448mm.

1.3. Environmental requirements

To ensure good air flow through and around the module after installation, do not
obstruct either the fans and vents at the rear or the vent at the front. Ensure that there is
an air gap around the module, and that the rack itself is located in a position with good
air flow.
1.3.1. Temperature and humidity recommendations
Entrust recommends that your module operates within the following environmental
conditions.
Environmental conditions
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Operating humidity
Storage humidity
Altitude
1.3.2. Cooling requirements
Adequate cooling of your module is essential for trouble-free operation and a long
operational life. During operation, you can use the supplied
actual and maximum temperature of the module. You are advised to do this directly after
installing the unit in its normal working environment. Monitor the temperature of the unit
over its first few days of operation.
In the unlikely event that the internal encryption module overheats, the module shuts
nShield® 5c Installation Guide
Operating range
(Min. | Max.)
5 °C 35 °C
-20 °C 70 °C
10 % 85 %
0 % 95 %
-100 m 2000 m
Comments
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Relative. Non-condensing at
35 °C.
Relative. Non-condensing at
35 °C.
Above Mean Sea Level
(AMSL)
stattree
utility to check the
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