Key management for TS1120

z/OS DFSMS Software Support for IBM System Storage TS1140, TS1130, and TS1120 Tape Drives (3592)

Key management for TS1120

z/OS DFSMS Software Support for IBM System Storage TS1140, TS1130, and TS1120 Tape Drives (3592)
SC23-6854-00

Key Management consists of a number of elements including:

A key store where the keys to encrypt and decrypt the data key are securely kept and readily available.
An Encryption Key Manager (EKM) that communicates with the drive through the designated key management path (in-band or out-of-band).
Ability of the tape drive to request and process (with the Encryption Key Manager) key management information.
A management interface for configuring and managing the Encryption Key Manager (EKM).