Gemalto SafeNet ProtectServer User Manual

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 the legacy card reader, which provides a serial interface for data (via a USB-
to-serial cable) and a PS/2 inteface for power (direct or via a PS/2 to USB
adapter)
Installing the USB smart card reader
To install the USB card reader, simply plug the card reader into the HSM USB port, as
illustrated below.
Installing the legacy card reader
To install the smart card reader, use the included USB-to-serial cable to connect it to
the HSM USB port on the card faceplate.
The card reader qualified with the ProtectServer product also requires connection to a
PS/2 port for its power. Many newer servers have USB ports, but do not provide a
PS/2 connection.
The options are:
 Connect a PS/2-to-USB adapter cable (pink) between the card reader and a
USB port on the SafeNet ProtectServer Network HSM.
 If you prefer to not expose USB ports on your crypto server (for security
reasons), then connect a PS/2-to-USB adapter cable between the card reader
and a standalone powered USB hub.
Again, the USB connection is for power only. No data transfer occurs.

Gemalto SafeNet ProtectServer Specifications

General

Brand	Gemalto
Model	SafeNet ProtectServer
Category	Control Unit
Language	English