If you are looking for the latest information regarding new cryptographic software and hardware, and added features to the existing cryptographic hardware options, you have come to the right place.
IBM® 4764 Cryptographic Coprocessor added
The IBM 4764 Cryptographic Coprocessor joins the IBM family of cryptographic hardware options. You can order the 4764 Cryptographic Coprocessor by specifying a Hardware Feature code 4806. See Requirements for prerequisites, in addition to the list of systems with which you can use this coprocessor.
5722-AC3 Cryptographic Access Provider withdrawn
The 5722-AC3 Cryptographic Access Provider Product is no longer required to enable data encryption on systems running the i5/OS™ V5R4M0 operating system. The 5722-AC3 product has been withdrawn and its function has been incorporated into the i5/OS operating system. This means that this product is no longer a prerequisite for some of the tasks included in this information.
Cryptographic Services APIs function added
Key management function has been added to the i5/OS V5R4M0 Cryptographic Services APIs which help you securely store and handle cryptographic keys. See the API documentation for more information.
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