Module Pre-Installation Steps - Entrust nShield Connect 6000 Hardware And Setup Manual

Chapter 3. nShield PCIe HSMs
This guide covers the following HSMs:
• nShield Solo XC
• nShield 5s
If you encounter any problems during the install process, refer to
HSM Status indicators (nShield Solo and Solo XC)

code error messages
indicators and error codes (nShield
status LED messages, and provide other information.

3.2.1. Module pre-installation steps

Check the module to ensure that there is no sign of damage or tampering:
• Check the epoxy resin security coating, or the metal lid for the Solo XC, for
obvious signs of damage.
• If you intend to install the module with an external smart card reader, check
the cable for signs of tampering. If evidence of tampering is present, do not
use and request a new cable.
• nShield Solo and Solo XC: Check that the physical switches are in the
required positions. See the diagram in the Module back panel section for
switch labelling.
◦ To use the remote mode switch override to change the mode, the physical
mode switch (C) must be set to Operational (O).
◦ To use the Remote Administration feature to change the mode of the
module remotely, ensure that the jumper switch (E) is in the off position
and the physical mode switch (C) is set to Operational (O).
The default factory setting of the jumper DIP switch E is Off. This enables
remote MOI switching. Factory shipping nShield Solo HSMs loaded with
firmware 2.61.2 or greater will support remote MOI switching by default.
Customers who expressly do not want to enable the remote MOI
switching capability must switch jump switch E to the On position.
◦ To deactivate the physical mode switch (C), change jumper switch D to
the On position.
3.2.1.1. Module back panel
nShield v13.6.3 Hardware Install and Setup Guides
(nShield Solo and Solo XC), or
5s). These pages explain the
and Morse
HSM status
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