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NimbostratusFIPS BIG-IP 7200v-SSL
The BIP-IP hardware datasheet shows 7200v-SSL supports FIPS SSL (FIPS 140-2 Level 2 (7200v option)*** 9,000 TPS (2K keys); 18 Gbps bulk encryption*). Is there any specific configuration that needs to be done in the 7200v-ssl for enabling this or it is enabled by default?
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amolariCirrostratus
you need to go through specific configuration steps. Check this: BIG-IP FIPS Platform Setup
Karthik_KumaranThanks. I have a few existing private keys and certificates in the Big-IP. Once i enable FIPS will those become unusable? Is there any pre-work i need to do in this case before enabling FIPS?
- nitass
Employee
Once i enable FIPS will those become unusable? Is there any pre-work i need to do in this case before enabling FIPS?
you have to import private key to fips card. instruction is in the product manual amolari posted. after importing, private key cannot be exported in plaintext.
