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4.5.2 Duplicating Keys

For a variety of reasons, customers may wish to have multiple AES USB key fobs, especially if the RAIDBank5 is to be transported. To duplicate an existing encrypted AES Key, plug in the original AES USB key fob, select the radio button labelled “Encryption Key (for duplication only)” and click

the corresponding . A dialog box will prompt you to remove the original key fob and replace it with a new AES USB key fob. If the new AES USB key fob is encrypted already, a warning

message would pop up. Click to overwrite the original AES key or click to abort.

Note: Additional AES USB key fobs are available for purchase. Consult your authorized Micronet/Fantom Drives reseller for more information.

4.5.3 Restoring an AES Key from file

To restore an AES key from backup, insert a new AES USB key fob into the RAIDBank5, select the radio button labelled “Encryption File (for duplication only)” and click the corresponding

. A File location dialog box will appear. Navigate and select your backup AES file (normally with the extension *.key). A series of dialog boxes will confirm that the key generation was successful and prompt you to reboot the RAIDBank5 to activate. If the new AES key is encrypted already, a

warning message would pop up. Click to overwrite the original AES key or click to abort.

4.5.4 Saving a backup of your AES Key to a file

To save an AES key backup, insert your AES USB key fob into the RAIDBank5, and click corresponding to the “Save Encryption Key as File” option. A File location dialog box will appear. Navigate and select your backup AES file (normally with the extension *.key). A series of dialog boxes will confirm that the key generation was successful.

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Contents Owner’s Guide Welcome Welcome From MicroNet TechnologyTable of Contents Table of Contents Warranty Two Year Limited WarrantyLimitations of Liability Technical Support Policy Returning MaterialsFeatures and Benefits Getting StartedGetting Started System Requirements and CompatibilityWhat’s Included Installing the Fan ModuleChoosing a location for your RAIDBank5 Getting Started Hot plug Drive Replacement Communication and ControlConnecting the RAIDBank5 FireWire 400 ConnectConfiguration via RAID Mode Selector Switch Installing the Included host bus adapterRAID System Management Controls Using the front panel touch-control keypad Using the RAID management ApplicationUnderstanding RAID Understanding RAIDRAID 0 Striping RAID 10 Striped Mirror Direct Mapping Access Procedure Quick Volume/RAID SetupRAID Control-LCD RAID Controls- LCD InterfaceDisk Management RAID Function Control System Functions Installation RAID Manager SoftwareRAID Manager Software IntroductionBasic Mode Event LogConsiderations for RAID Volume Creation Advanced Mode Remote NotificationRAID Manager Software Firmware RAID Standby and Rebuild PriorityEncryption Management The RAIDBank5 RAID subsystem RAID Manager Software Host Computer Setup Host Computer SetupVolume Setup on Apple Macintosh Volume Setup on Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/2003 Volume Setup on Microsoft Windows Vista/7/2008 How to safely dismount- Mac How to safely dismount- WindowsOptimizing Windows Caching Algorithm Safe DismountingTroubleshooting TroubleshootingGeneral Use Precautions Daily Use TipsGeneral FAQ Frequently Asked QuestionsMacintosh related FAQ Windows related FAQ Troubleshooting Getting Help How To Contact MicroNet Technology, IncAppendix A- Getting Help RAID Level Comparison Table Appendix B RAID Level Comparison TableGlossary Appendix C- GlossaryGlossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Product Specifications Appendix D Product SpecificationsFederal Communications Commission FCC Compliance StatementRadio Frequency Interference Statement MicroNet Techology Manhattan Place Torrance, CA