Learn about the specifications for the PCI Cryptographic
Coprocessor.
The PCI Cryptographic Coprocessor uses dedicated hardware
to process cryptographic keys, certificates, and bulk data. These
cryptographic functions are performed within a tamper-resistant module
that is designed to meet the FIPS PUB 140-1 specification for detecting
attacks through temperature, radiation, voltage, and physical penetration.
Specifications
The following
items are requirements and specifications for this adapter.
- Adapter FRU part number
- 010J0593
- Battery Replacement Kit FRU part number
- 009J8199
- Power consumption
- Typical, 7.2 watts
- Voltage
- +5.0 Vdc ±5 percent
- Temperature
- Operating, +10 to +40 degrees C (50 to 104 degrees F)
- Storage, +1 to +40 degrees C (5 to 104 degrees F)
- Relative humidity
- 8 to 80 percent
- Physical dimensions
- 4.2 inches by 6.9 inches (106 mm by 175 mm)
- Maximum number
- For system-specific
adapter placement information, see the PCI adapter placement for machine types 82xx and 91xx or the PCI adapter placement for machine type 94xx topic collections.
If
you are installing a new feature, ensure that you have the software
required to support the new feature and that you determine if there
are any existing prerequisites. To do this, use
the IBM® Prerequisite Web site
at http://www-912.ibm.com/e_dir/eServerPrereq.nsf .
Replacing Coprocessor Batteries
This section describes
how to replace the batteries on the PCI Cryptographic Coprocessor.
Before beginning the procedure, read the following descriptive and
cautionary materials.
Four lithium batteries, wired in parallel,
are mounted on the adapter to supply power to the components, including
protected memory. Your support software or application software can
query the adapter to determine whether the batteries need to be replaced.
When
the adapter is shipped from the factory, the protected memory contains
a certified device key. If your adapter has been initialized by support
software, the protected memory contains secret data, including cryptographic
keys, user access controls, and so forth.
Attention: If
you remove any of the batteries without first backing up the power
with a fresh battery, the data in protected memory can be lost.
The
Replacement Battery Kit for the adapter provides two batteries and
a battery tray needed to provide backup power while you replace the
batteries. You need two battery kits to replace all four of the batteries.
To order the kits, contact your sales representative.
Each
Replacement Battery Kit (two kits are needed) includes:
- Two replacement batteries
- A battery tray with connecting wires
Figure 1 shows the PCI Cryptographic
Coprocessor and the battery and connectors referred to in the following
steps.
Figure 1. Replacing Coprocessor Batteries
To replace the batteries, do the following steps:
- Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
- Disconnect all cables, including the power cable.
- Remove the cover from the expansion slots .
- Open the Replacement Battery Kits.
- Remove the adapter from the PCI bus slot in the host computer.
- Insert one of the new batteries into a battery tray provided with
the kit. Align the "+" terminal on the battery with the "+" symbol
on the battery tray (the end with the red wire). Connect the tray's
wires to the connector J3. The connector is polarized to ensure a
proper connection.
Attention: Any loss of power
erases data stored in the card's protected memory. To prevent loss,
ensure that the battery tray contains a fresh battery and is attached
to the J3 connector.
- Replace the batteries in positions BT1, BT3, and BT4. To eject
a battery, turn the coprocessor over and insert a small object, such
as a screwdriver, through the hole to eject the battery.
- Replace the battery in the BT2 position with the battery in the
battery tray. (The new batteries provide power to the adapter while
you perform this step.)
- Remove the battery tray from the J3 connector, and discard it.
- Reinstall the adapter into the PCI bus slot; be sure the card
is fully seated.
- Replace the host computer's cover.
- Reconnect the power cable and any other cables that you disconnected.
- Turn the computer on. The adapter runs its power-on self-test.
- The batteries are lithium 3-volt batteries. Recycle or dispose
of the old batteries as required by local law.