User's Guide

Chapter 2 Description
Encryption and Quantum’s Encryption Key Manager
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Currently, the Scalar i2000 library supports encrypting LTO-4 tape media
using IBM LTO-4 Fibre Channel drives only. All IBM LTO-4 FC drives are
encryption-capable, but to use the Q-EKM software application, you
must purchase a Q-EKM license and provide a server or servers on which
to install Q-EKM. Q-EKM does not currently support encryption on other
tape drive types or manufacturer brands, even if they are assigned to a
partition selected for encryption.
If you choose to purchase and use the licensed Q-EKM application, you
must supply a server on which to install EKM. Professional Q-EKM
integration must be performed by Quantum or Quantum authorized
service personnel. For more information, contact the Global Call center at
www.quantum.com/support..
For more information about installing and configuring the Q-EKM server
and Q-EKM best practices, see the Quantum Encryption Key Manager
User’s Guide (6-01847-xx).
Note: In order for Q-EKM to work properly, you must upgrade
both your library and tape drive firmware to the latest
released versions. For instructions on performing the
firmware upgrades, see the Scalar i2000 User’s Guide
(6-00421-11).