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The user-specified alphanumeric character string is not stored anywhere on the DS5000 or in
the security key backup file.
5.3 Setting up and enabling a secure disk
This section shows a step-by-step process to create a key and file on the IBM Disk Encryption
Storage Manager of the DS5000. It will then show how to enable a previously configured
array that has FDE drives.
5.3.1 FDE and premium feature check
There are a number of checks to make prior to key creation. First, you must check that the
premium feature key has been applied to the system. To do this task, from the Storage
Manager window, select Storage Subsystem Premium Features.
Figure 5-4 shows that the Drive Security premium feature key has been obtained and
successfully installed. This premium feature key is installed the same as any other premium
feature key (see 4.2, “Planning for premium features” on page 124for details about how to
install premium feature keys).
Figure 5-4 The correct premium feature has been obtained and installed
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