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Copy the private key, including the "-----BEGIN RSA PRIVATE

KEY----- " and "-----END RSA PRIVATE KEY----- "

lines, and paste it into a text editor. Save the file with a .key extension. Preferably, use the same file name that you defined for the .csr file, so the connection between the two files becomes obvious. The name you define can indicate the server on which the certificate and the corresponding private key is to be used.

Note: When using an ASA 310-FIPS, the private key is protected by the HSM card and cannot be exported.

After you have received the processed CSR from a CA, make sure to create a backup copy of the certificate as well.

6Open and copy the CSR.

In a text editor, open the .csr file you created in Step 4. It should appear similar to the following:

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NN46120-104 02.01 Standard

14 April 2008

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