Nshield Pcie Hsms; Prerequisites And Product Information; Power And Safety - Entrust nShield Connect Hardware And Setup Manual

Chapter 3. nShield PCIe HSMs

3. nShield PCIe HSMs

3.1. Prerequisites and product information

This guide covers the following HSMs:
• nShield Solo
• nShield Solo XC
• nShield 5s
These Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) are for use in servers and appliances.
• For further information about the HSM and HSMs in general, see
https://nshielddocs.entrust.com/security-world-docs/hsm-user-guide/intro.html.
• For help installing the Security World software, see
security-world-docs/software-install/intro.html.
• For guidance on using your HSM and the Security World software, see
https://nshielddocs.entrust.com/security-world-docs/secworld-admin/intro.html.
• For further information about compatible operating systems and virtual environments,
see Compatibility
See Model numbers for a list of PCIe HSMs and their model numbers.
3.1.1. Power and safety requirements
Module
nShield Solo
nShield Solo XC
nShield 5s
Make sure that the power supply in your computer is rated to supply the

required electric power.
The HSMs are intended for installation into a certified personal computer, server, or similar
equipment.
If your computer can supply the required electric power and sufficient cooling, you can
install multiple modules in your computer.
nShield v13.6.5 Hardware Install and Setup
Guides
in the release notes for the version of Security World you are using.
Maximum power
9.9W
24W
25W
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