Managing Keystores With vcaadm

A keystore is a repository for key material. Associated with a keystore are security officers and users. Keystores not only provide storage, but a means for key objects to be owned by user accounts. This enables keys to be hidden from applications that do not authenticate as the owner. Keystores have three components:

■Key objects – Long-term keys that are stored for applications such as the Sun ONE Web Server.

■User accounts – These accounts provide applications a means to authenticate and access specific keys.

■Security officer accounts – These accounts provide access to key management functions through vcaadm.

Note –A single Sun Crypto Accelerator 4000 board must have exactly one keystore. Multiple Sun Crypto Accelerator 4000 boards can be configured to collectively work with the same keystore to provide additional performance and fault-tolerance.

Naming Requirements

Security officer names, user names, and keystore names must meet the following requirements:

TABLE 4-4Security Officer Name, User Name, and Keystore Name Requirements

Name Requirement

Description

 

 

Minimum length

At least one character

Maximum length

63 characters for user names and 32 characters for keystore names

Valid characters

Alphanumeric, underscore (_), dash (-), and dot (.)

First character

Must be alphabetic

 

 

Password Requirements

Password requirements vary based on the current set passreq setting (low, med, or high).

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4000 specifications

Sun Microsystems, a pivotal player in the computing industry during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, was renowned for its innovative hardware and software solutions. Among its notable offerings were the Sun-6000, Sun-5000, and Sun-4000 series, powerful workstations and servers designed for a range of enterprise-level applications.

The Sun-6000 series, introduced in the early 1990s, marked a significant advancement in computing performance. These systems were built on the SPARC architecture, which facilitated high levels of processing power and multitasking capabilities. One of the main features of the 6000 series was its scalability, allowing organizations to increase their processing power by adding more modules. It also offered robust graphics performance, making it ideal for scientific visualization and complex data analysis.

Next in line was the Sun-5000 series. Launched shortly after the 6000 series, the 5000 line was celebrated for its reliability and ease of management. This series emphasized a balanced architecture, which combined processing capabilities with ample memory and storage options. Key characteristics included support for multiple processors, leading to improved performance for demanding applications. Additionally, the 5000 systems featured advanced input/output capabilities, ensuring fast data transfers—crucial for database applications and web servers.

Finally, the Sun-4000 series targeted businesses seeking affordable yet potent computing solutions. These servers boasted a modular design, allowing for easy upgrades and maintenance. The 4000 series was particularly notable for its support for various operating systems, including SunOS and Solaris. These systems were engineered to handle a range of workloads, from enterprise resource planning to web hosting, while still fitting into a value-driven budget.

Across all three series, Sun Microsystems prioritized compatibility and integration, ensuring that each system offered seamless connectivity with Sun's software solutions and third-party applications. Their commitment to open standards and interoperability set them apart in the competitive landscape of enterprise computing. Additionally, the use of high-quality components lent the systems durability, making them a wise investment for organizations looking to future-proof their IT infrastructure.

In summary, the Sun-6000, 5000, and 4000 series exemplified Sun Microsystems' ethos of innovation and reliability. These powerful systems catered to diverse business needs, setting benchmarks in performance and functionality that continue to influence modern computing.
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