Encrypt the Master Key
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Encrypt the Master Key
If you have not previously encrypted the master
key on a firewall, use the following procedure to encrypt it. Use
this procedure for first time encryption of a key, or if you define
a new master key and you want to encrypt it. If you want to refresh
the encryption on a previously encrypted key, see Refresh
the Master Key Encryption.
- Select .Specify the key that is currently used to encrypt all of the private keys and passwords on the firewall in the Master Key field.If changing the master key, enter the new master key and confirm.Select the HSM check box.
- Life Time—The number of days and hours after which the master key expires (range 1-730 days).
- Time for Reminder—The number of days and hours before expiration when the user is notified of the impending expiration (range 1–365 days).
Click OK.
