HSM Firmware Update

The HSM Firmware is delivered as part of the Firmware Update Package of the Next Generation Hardware Appliance.
The u.trust firmware must be Version 6.0.0.0 in order to be able to use the Smart Card activated slots (with SCA).

Prerequisites:

• HSM must be configured and the PIN Pad attached to the appliance.

• Required cards: Administration Smart Card.

It is strongly recommended to avoid starting an update of the appliance as long as the HSM update has not been completed.

The HSM Firmware Update is only offered if the installed appliance firmware has a newer version available.

1. Log in to your Software Appliance.

2. Check the HSM Firmware Version in the HSM Overview on the Overview page.

3. If the Firmware can be updated, open the Security page.

4. Go to the Internal HSM Configuration section.

5. In the HSM Information table the Internal HSM Status is displayed.
   If a new firmware is available, the line Firmware displays: Update recommended.

6. There is also an Update HSM Firmware button at the top left above the table. These buttons remain available until the HSM firmware is up to date.

7. Click either Update HSM Firmware or Update recommended.

8. A dialog opens with the HSM Firmware Update containing the new version of the HSM firmware.

9. Select from the drop down menu which PIN Pad you want to use for authentication with the Administrator Smart Cards.

10. Click Next.

11. A summary is displayed.

12. Click Update Firmware to start.
    Only one interaction with the PIN Pad and Administrator Smart Card is required to go through this process.
    All subsequent steps, such as backing up the HSM, are carried out automatically.
    This may take a short time.

13. Click Finalize Firmware Update to finish.