Backing up data encryption keys

The or VSP F series storage systems automatically create a primary backup of the data encryption keys. You can also create secondary backups of the data encryption keys.

The backup of the encryption keys is performed to the existing DEK keys and CEK keys at the same time.

In addition, it is recommended that you back up all keys after you perform any of the following operations:

• Creating encryption keys
• Adding, removing, or replacing drives
• Adding, removing, or replacing encryption DKAs
• Updating CEK keys
• Updating KEK keys

Parent Topic

• Creating data encryption keys

Child Topics

• Backing up the keys as a file
• Backing up the keys to a key management server
• Changing the encryption key

• Changing the password requirements for the backup encryption keys
• Opening the Backup Keys to Server window using the Encryption window
• Opening the Backup Keys to Server window using the View Backup Keys on Server window